Chad Talbot, Ronnie Petree and Jackie Balmer wave and throw beads as they represent Jeff Davis Parish in the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras parade on Saturday. The family-friendly event offered fun for the whole family. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

The Krewe de Not You brought the Mardi Gras spirit to the streets of Welsh on Saturday during the town's 6th annual parade. They tossed beads, candy and footballs to the excited crowd. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

The Krewe de Petite Ville brought joy to the streets of Welsh during the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras parade on Saturday. Over 40 floats filled the parade route, showering the crowds with beads, candy, toys and other festive throws. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

Breanda Fruge, of Welsh, browses rings on display at a vendor booth Saturday during the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras celebration. Over two dozen craft and food vendors took part in pre-parade activities. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

Sandra and Charles Leger of Jennings were among those enjoying the live music on Saturday at the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras celebration. The festive event also featured a countryside chicken run, a street dance, craft vendors, foot booths and more. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

A Mardi Gras reveler tosses beads to an eager crowd on Saturday during the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras parade. Krewes from throughout Southwest Louisiana donned their best Mardi Gras attire and generously tossed beads, candy and other throws to the excited spectators lining the street. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

The 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras parade drew crowds to the streets on Saturday. The hometown celebration was a lively affair, featuring a countryside chicken run, live music, a street dance, craft vendors, foot booths and more. (Doris Maricle / American Press)

Mardi Gras revelers on horseback lead the 6th annual Welsh Mardi Gras parade through downtown Saturday. The parade featured a vibrant display of over 85 horses, nearly a dozen wagons and more than 40 floats. The festivities also included a countryside chicken run, live music, street dance, craft vendors, food booths and more. (Doris Maricle / American Press)