Special Events

Finale Party

"Masquerade"
Sponsored, in part, by ABA Retirement Funds
Party: 7-10 p.m.
Shuttle: 6:30-10:30 p.m.
Mardi Gras World

Mardi Gras in the most unique party place on the planet! It's like walking into a giant toy box filled with the most awesome floats ever built, illuminated with tens of thousands of fiber optic lights, thousands of sensational sculptures, breathtaking giant figures, and an ALA Parade.

Join the party where Mardi Gras "magic" is made! Meetings & Conventions Magazine named Mardi Gras World as "One of the Top Ten Theme Venues in the World!"

"Masquerade" promises to thrill all your senses, especially your taste buds. The evening's spectacular Creole-Cajun buffet choices will only be exceeded by the creativity of the chefs who welcome ALA to Mardi Gras World.

Register Early!
All registrants and their guests are welcome to attend, however registration is limited and must be received by April 6. Your $95 ticket includes buffet, beverage service throughout the entire evening, Mardi Gras World admittance ticket and tour, transportation from the Marriott and Sheraton, two bands, parade, dancing, and entertainment.

Please use the Conference Registration Form to register for this event.

Rockin' Dopsie Jr. & the Zydeco Twisters
Rockin' Dopsie Jr. & The Zydeco Twisters create a high-energy, audience participation, dance 'til you drop, dynamic show featuring Zydeco music-a bubbling, melodic gumbo concocted from Cajun/Acadian music, Afro-Caribbean rhythms and melodies, and blues. This funky and highly danceable music, as well as Dopsie's rub board playing, dancing, and splits, will keep you involved and dancing throughout the party.

Jamil Sharif Quintet
If a relaxing space to talk, while listening to a world-class musician is what you want, just step into Den 3 at Mardi Gras World to enjoy the "smooth jazz" sounds performed by Jamil Sharif. He is a native New Orleans trumpeter, composer, educator, and actor who is one of the most versatile musicians of his generation. Sharif has performed at countless Jazz Festivals and Concert halls around the world.