Padgett, Hyatt selected parade royalty; gala part of evening event
Joanna Padgett Atkisson and David “Buggs” Hyatt have been selected Queen and King of 2025 to lead the first Moonshine Mardi Gras Parade in downtown Hayesville.
By Sandy Zimmerman
Guest Writer
Plan to be on the square in downtown Hayesville at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 1 for the first Moonshine Mardi Gras Parade followed by an evening gala.
The parade around the square will include music, dancers, Mardi Gras beads, festive costumes and a taste of New Orleans food served from Cat Daddy’s mobile cuisine.
Those who choose to stay in town after the parade will have opportunity with a nominal fee of $25 to enjoy music by the popular Quick Brown Fox band from about 7:30-10 p.m. inside the Beal Center. Attendees for the evening event inside the Beal Center must be 21 with valid identification.
Commemorative event T-shirts are available for purchase at Tiger’s store while supplies last.
Support is appreciated from sponsors launching the new area event including Fat Dog Sports Bar & Grill, Georges Paint & Hardware, Jim Miller State Farm, Anderson Financial Services, Zen Salon & Spa, Hayesville Brew, Keep Me Posted, Tri-County Office Supply and Jacky Jones Ford.
Those interested in being a sponsor, participating in the parade or joining the Mardi Gras Social Club should visit: www.moonshinemardigras@gmail.com.