More than a dozen Mardi Gras parades will roll through Southwest Louisiana during carnival season, but here are just a few you won’t want to miss. The granddaddy Krewe of Krewes Parade winds four miles through Lake Charles, with more than 100 elaborate floats tossing thousands of beads, cups, doubloons and other fun items to cheering crowds along the way. Pets and pet lovers strut their stuff to adoring fans during the popular Krewe of Barkus Parade, while a sea of purple, green and gold delights the young (and young at heart!) at the Children’s Parade. Jeep lovers unite for the jammin’ Jeeps on Parade, hot rods and classic cars take center stage at the Motor Gras Parade, local businesses and social organizations make festive floats for the Merchants Parade, and Mardi Gras music fills the air during the festive Second Line Stroll. View Answer