The traditional Courir de Mardi Gras & Chicken Run in Eunice, for Mardi Gras is nothing like parades you see in the city, but instead, a procession of people in whimsical costumes, romping around the countryside.

The Eunice Mardi Gras Association is celebrating their 100th courir! During a “courir,” riders go from house to house soliciting “donations” of food items to culminate in a community-wide gumbo. The highlight of the event is the chicken run, an honored tradition for ambitious, young revelers. During the run, the “capitaine” will release a chicken or guinea. The lucky person who catches the fowl gets bragging rights for the rest of the evening.

Registration for this event is required, and participants must be 18 years or older. Registration is open at 6am at the Northwest Community Center.