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Rhythm on the Route

The Mardi Gras Battle of the Bands in Jefferson Parish is an exciting event held throughout the Mardi Gras season during the parades in Metairie.

Middle school & high school marching bands "battle it out" as they march along Veterans Memorial Boulevard and play to a panel of judges who determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!

This program offers the opportunity for marching bands to showcase their talents and earn much-needed dollars for their programs, as well as providing the public with top-notch entertainment!

Bands earn bragging rights, a trophy, & a banner, along with prize money.

  • 1st Place Winner - $3,000
  • 2nd Place Winner - $2,000
  • 3rd Place Winner - $1,000

Bands may compete in multiple Metairie parades throughout the season. The program is sponsored by Jefferson Parish District 5 Councilman Hans Liljeberg, who continues the tradition started by Jefferson Parish Councilwoman, and now Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng.


Congratulations to our 2025 winners!

Krewe of Excalibur

1st Place: Fontainebleau High School
2nd Place: Archbishop Rummel High School
3rd Place: Slidell High School

Krewe of Madhatters

1st Place: Fontainebleau High School
2nd Place: Plaquemine Senior High School
3rd Place: Belle Chasse High School

Krewe of Centurions

1st Place: Archbishop Rummel High School
2nd Place: Alfred Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School
3rd Place: Lakeshore High School

Krewe of Symphony

1st Place: Chalmette High School
2nd Place: Andrew H. Wilson Charter School
3rd Place: L.W. Higgins High School

Krewe of Athena

1st Place: L.B. Landry High School
2nd Place: John Ehret High School
3rd Place: Alfred Bonnabel Magnet Academy High School

Krewe of Kings

1st Place: John Ehret High School
2nd Place: Plaquemine Senior High School
3rd Place: Andrew H. Wilson Charter High School

Krewe of Argus

1st Place: St. Augustine Marching 100
2nd Place: Archbishop Rummel High School
3rd Place: Abramson High School

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Kenner

Kenner is home to the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, the City is first to welcome our guests from around the world! Established in 1855, Kenner is a blend of history…

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Metairie, LA

Metairie, Jefferson Parish’s largest community, is located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain between New Orleans and Kenner.

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Harahan & River Ridge

Harahan was named in honor of James Theodore Harahan, president of the Illinois Central Railroad from Harahan Elementary 1906-1911.

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Avondale

Avondale is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi and is bordered by Waggaman to the west and Bridge City to the east.

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Westwego

Once a passageway for pioneers headed to the Western frontier, Westwego borders some of Louisiana's most picturesque bayous and swamps.

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Marrero, LA

Marrero, on the West Bank of the Mississippi River, is home to the Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve.

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Harvey

Harvey is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River and on the Harvey Canal which is a vital shipping route to the Gulf of Mexico.

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Gretna

As one of Louisiana's largest national historic register districts, Gretna is steeped in history and intrigue.

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Town of Jean Lafitte

Jean Lafitte, founded by the infamous pirate, Jean Lafitte, is a coastal community rich in history and tradition.

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Grand Isle

Welcome to Louisiana's only inhabited barrier island! At the southern end of Highway 1, the seven magical miles of Grand Isle hold all the wonders that Louisiana nature can offer.

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