The 9th Annual Baton Rouge Mardi Gras Pre-party includes a sneak peek of some of the talent appearing at Saturday’s festival. The event from 8:00pm to midnight. Admission is $25.00 and includes a buffet. No host bar. Some of the talent expected is Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor, some of the Listening Room All-Stars that include Kelton ‘Nspire Harper and the Inspiration Band, Larry “LZ” Dillon, Owen Scott, Pastor Leon Hitchens and comedian Eddie “Cool” Deemer. The event is being held at Henry Turner Jr.'s Listening Room located at 2733 North Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. For more details call 225-802-9681.