EVENTS
Mardi Gras Ball
The Krewe de Centrale’ Mardi Gras Ball is an annual event hosted by the Central Chamber of Commerce. Originally started as a fundraising event for our newly acquired school system and over the years it has become an anticipated entertainment event for the City of Central.
Cooking in Central
Cooking in Central is the official festival for the City of Central. The event is hosted by Cooking in Central, a 501c3 organization, to raise funds for various charitable needs. The two-day event has concerts, events for the children, a carnival, a crawfish boil, a cooking contest, and a live auction. Since its inception, Cooking in Central has raised over three million dollars.
Greenwell Springs Youth Riders Pro Rodeo
The best rodeo entertainment comes to the City of Central displaying our Western heritage and providing great family entertainment! Held annually on the first weekend in May, this professional rodeo supports the Greenwell Springs Youth Riders organization. One of the oldest organizational groups in the Central community, Greenwell Springs Youth Riders have been around since the 1950s and have promoted morals, horsemanship, and patriotism to their members.
Festival of Two Rivers
The Festival of Two Rivers, in conjunction with an Auction and Taste Fair, is hosted by Saint Alphonsus Catholic Church. The Auction and Taste Fair is an exciting evening with food, entertainment, a raffle, and live and silent auctions. The Festival of Two Rivers is a special event with fun, food, games, rides, bingo, and entertainment.
Christmas Parade
The Central Chamber of Commerce annually hosts the Christmas in Central Parade. The parade is a highlight of the Christmas season. Thousands of people, from all over the region, come out to enjoy floats, marching groups, equestrians, a variety of vehicle entries, and a float with Santa.
Sullivan Theater
Sullivan Theater, that opened in 2023, provides the residents of the City of Central with theater performances regularly.
Running of the Elves 5K
The Running of the Elves is a yearly 5k, Fun Run and Pancake Cookoff hosted by the City of Central Chamber of Commerce. Hundreds come to participate in the running events and people from all over the community come out to enjoy free pancakes and cast votes for the best Pancake Cook!
July the 4th Celebration
The City of Central provides an annual July 4th Celebration that makes for a great time for the community to come together. Activities, Concerts, Food and Business Vendors, and a wonderful fireworks display make for a tremendous time for all!
Lighting of the Christmas Tree
For many years, the City of Central has had the corner of Hooper and Sullivan roads decorated with lights, a nativity scene, and a Christmas Tree. With advancing technology, the decorations are a LED display complete; with a light show and music. This display has become a popular spot for folks to stop and enjoy some holiday cheer!