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19th Annual 2018 Yachty Gras Celebration The unique Yachty Gras event that is held each year during the Mardi Gras Season begins a grand week of celebration for the Clear Lake area on January 27, 2018 at 7PM Welcome aboard the traditional “Kickoff Party” to be hosted by the Sundance Grill at Waterford Harbor. Admission is FREE and open to everyone and the party will consist of hors d’oeuvres, cash bar and silent auctions. Net proceeds from this event will benefit several local charities. The original artwork for the poster by: Dr. Maurine Howard titled, “Wonder of the Sea” will be the poster theme for this years’ events. The following weekend, Saturday, February 3, at 7PM the Yachty Gas Grand Night Parade, Americas largest Mardi Gras Boat Parade” will begin from the Seabrook Channel and proceed past the Kemah Boardwalk. The elaborately decorated yachts will be throwing beads to the revelers viewing the parade along the route. Parade judges will be located at Bubba Gump’s Shrimp Company. Yachty Gras is a spectacular “Family Event” for viewing and participating in the Yachty Gras Grand Night Parade. Book your hotel or bed and breakfast rooms early to enjoy a fantastic weekend of fun and revelry for the whole family. Dine at the finest restaurants on the Gulf Coast and explore all Bay Area Houston has to offer. “Laissez les bon temp rouler.” For additional information please visit: www.yachtygras.com or call 713-882-4040. 29 MOMENTUM / Holiday 2017