From Jan. 12 to Feb. 6, you can catch the parade too...the Krewe of Thor parade that is!  Join the Lottery's online players club, Club Lotteaux, where you can sign up for a chance to ride on a superfloat in the 2009 Krewe of Thor, rolling down the traditional Metairie route on Wednesday, Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. in Metairie. The giveaway includes a ride on the float for the winner and one friend, as well as costumes and throws for the parade. Transportation to the parade, lodging, food or beverage required to participate is NOT included and is the sole responsibility of the winner and his/her guest. In addition, all riders are required to sign releases of liability.

Joining Club Lotteaux is FREE and no purchase is necessary to register for the giveaway; however, you must be at least 21 to participate in Club Lotteaux or ride in the parade.  Hurry, registration ends at midnight on Feb. 6, with the drawing to occur Feb. 9!  One entry per member.



CATCH THE FUN WHILE THEY LAST!

Don't forget to stop by your local retailer to get into the action with Jester's Wild, the $1 game offered by the Lottery, with a top prize of $3,000.

Here's a fun way to use Mardi Gras scratch-offs this season: Give the one who gets the king cake baby a scratch-off ticket! So, catch the Louisiana Lottery's parade of Mardi Gras-themed tickets. They make great parade party favors and are a fun way to kick off the season with your friends.


Need a little help getting into the Carnival spirit?
Check out the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame, and groove to Al "Carnival Time" Johnson's hit Carnival Time!  Recorded in 1959, the song is featured in the Lottery's radio commercial promoting Here Comes the Parade.