26 February - 12 June
Meet with stakeholders to outline the event plan.
Secure necessary permits and approvals from the city.
Identify potential food vendors and local businesses for participation.
Contact and secure sponsors to support the event financially.
Launch marketing campaigns via social media, local media, and community flyers.
Engage with local influencers and community leaders for promotion.
Confirm all vendor and sponsor commitments.
Finalize event schedules, activities, and logistics.
Host the Mardi Gras La'MI' Festival with planned activities.
Monitor the event for smooth operation and address any issues promptly.
Assess the success of the festival and gather participant feedback.
Identify areas for improvement for future events.
Design the parade route and secure necessary permits.
Begin float design and participant recruitment.
Engage local schools, community groups, and artists to participate.
Organize workshops and rehearsals.
Conduct parade rehearsals and finalize logistics.
Ensure all participants are prepared and informed.
Host the Mardi Gras La'MI' Parade with floats, bands, and cultural performances.
Provide support and coordination throughout the event.
Choose a suitable venue for the Zulu Ball.
Outline the event details and begin planning.
Launch ticket sales and promote the event.
Secure entertainment and special guests.
Plan event decorations, themes, and overall ambiance.
Book performers and arrange catering.
Finalize all details, including guest lists and seating arrangements.
Conduct volunteer training and confirm logistics.
Host the Zulu Ball with music, dancing, and cultural presentations.
Ensure a memorable and elegant experience for all attendees.
Interactive Games: Set up games and activities that incorporate both Mardi Gras and Michigan themes, such as a “Great Lakes Fishing” game with a Mardi Gras twist.
Children’s Parade: Organize a mini-parade for children, where they can dress up and participate in a safe, fun environment.
Guest Speakers: Invite speakers from Louisiana to share their experiences and traditions, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Mardi Gras.
Local Historians: Feature local historians who can talk about Lansing’s heritage and how it connects to the broader narrative of American culture.
Community Mural: Create a large mural that combines symbols and imagery from both Louisiana and Lansing, with contributions from local artists and festival-goers.
Art Installations: Commission art installations that celebrate the fusion of both cultures, placed around the festival grounds.
Host workshops where participants can create traditional Mardi Gras masks using materials sourced from Michigan, such as local feathers and beads.