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Shreveport's Centaur Parade Draws Record Crowd, Deemed Safe
Mardi Gras 2026 celebrations kick off with the largest Krewe of Centaur parade in history, according to officials.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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The City of Shreveport celebrated the first major Mardi Gras parade of 2026 with the Krewe of Centaur, which officials say drew a record crowd and was deemed a safe and successful event despite a minor incident involving a woman making contact with a float vehicle.
Why it matters
The Krewe of Centaur parade is a longstanding Mardi Gras tradition in Shreveport, and this year's record-breaking event highlights the city's continued enthusiasm for the annual festivities as well as the ability of local officials to effectively manage large public gatherings.
The details
According to the Shreveport Police Department, the Krewe of Centaur parade on Saturday featured the largest crowd in the event's history. While there was one minor incident where a 24-year-old woman suffered a lower body injury after making contact with a float vehicle, police and fire departments responded quickly and determined there was no wrongdoing by the driver or float. The parade was able to continue and end its route before 7 PM.
- The Krewe of Centaur parade took place on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
- The parade ended its route before 7 PM on the same day.
The players
Shreveport Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that oversaw security and operations for the Krewe of Centaur parade.
Shreveport Fire Department
The local fire department that responded to the minor incident during the parade.
What they’re saying
“The parade was safe and successful with no major incidents.”
— Shreveport Police Department (Social media)
The takeaway
Shreveport's Mardi Gras celebrations continue to be a source of community pride, with the Krewe of Centaur parade this year setting a new attendance record and demonstrating the city's ability to safely manage large public events.
