JBLE celebrates Mardi Gras

Joint Base Langley-Eustis
Story by Airman 1st Class Monica Roybal

Date: 02.09.2018
Posted: 02.14.2018 11:32
News ID: 266006
JBLE celebrates Mardi Gras

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis 633rd Force Support Squadron hosted a Mardi Gras celebration in the Fort Eustis Club at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Feb. 9, 2018.

The 633rd FSS hosts the event each year to recognize the Louisiana celebration dating back to 1699 to boost morale and encourage family fun with a night of entertainment for all ages.

The event featured Cajun cuisine while Zachary Smith and the Dixie Power Trio played New Orleans parade music to bring about a Mardi Gras atmosphere. Other entertainment included face painting, fortune telling, casino games, a prize room, a juggler and a magician.