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Imperial Mardi Gras, Opelousas, Louisiana

Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Ball

Name: Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Ball
Start: 2026-01-24
End: 2026-01-24
Location: Yambilee Building

The Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Association presents 2026's Opelousas Mardi Gras Ball, "Louisiana Legends and Lore". On Saturday, January 24th at the "Louisiana Yamatorium" or Yambilee Building in Opelousas, you can meet King Imperial VII and Queen Lily VII. Stay tuned for announcements.

Doors open at 6pm and you'll be able to enjoy a cocktail social till 7:30pm. Royalty will be presented at 8pm.

Tags: Cultural, Live Performance, Mardi Gras

Date

Jan 24 2026

Time

6:00 pm

Location

Yambilee Building

1939 West Landry Street Opelousas, LA 70570 United States

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Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Ball

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