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City of Trees Parade brings Mardi Gras spirit to thousands in Sacramento
Summary
The fifth annual City of Trees Parade and Mardi Gras Festival drew thousands along Capitol Mall to Old Sacramento, featuring three marching bands, 1,300 performers and 60 local groups.
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The fifth annual City of Trees Parade and Mardi Gras Festival concluded in Sacramento on Saturday. Thousands packed the streets as the parade moved from Capitol Mall to Old Sacramento. Organizers said this edition was the largest Mardi Gras parade in California. The celebration brought New Orleans–style brass bands, floats and dancers to the capital city.
Key details:
- Three marching bands, 1,300 performers and 60 local groups filled the parade route.
- The procession ran from Capitol Mall to Old Sacramento.
- Organizers described this year's event as the largest Mardi Gras parade in California.
- Thousands attended, with family-friendly viewing along barricades and people dancing in the streets.
- Many beads tossed during the parade were recycled and supplied by a New Orleans nonprofit that upcycles thrown beads.
Summary:
The festival highlighted Sacramento's cultural diversity and provided a large, family-oriented celebration with music and floats. Undetermined at this time.
