Kate Galatas (left) and her husband Blane march down Oakview Road. File Photo by Jonathan Phillips

This story has been updated. 

Decatur is gearing up for the annual Mead Road Mardi Gras festivities.

This year’s Mead Rd. Mardi Gras parade is on Feb. 25, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The parade lines up at the 4/5 Academy in Decatur.

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“After winding through Oakhurst, the fun continues at The Imperial with live music, Cajun cuisine and kids activities,” the event announcement says. “All proceeds from food and drinks will fund [Decatur Education Foundation] grants that support music education in our schools.”

Correction: An earlier version of this story contained the wrong date for the event. This story has been updated with the correct information. 

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