BEAUMONT, Texas — On the final day of Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas, the good times kept rolling.
From the initial kick off on Thursday at the chicken toss, to concerts and parades filling the lineup, this was one for the books.
Even with a few sprinkles organizers say in all the 33 years no Mardi Gras has been canceled because of rain and this year was no different.
Despite the gray skies, families got the opportunity to smile and laugh as they enjoyed carnival rides and caught beads, one last time before the festival comes around next year.
"We got here at 12 when they opened," said Beaumont resident Ernesto Adame.
Ernesto and his daughter Mia' Bella Adame say it's their first time here. It didn't take long for them to experience what draws thousands of people to Crockett Street every year.
"Probably the music and stuff for me because I love hearing authentic music," said Mia' Bella.
The food at Mardi Gras is what bring Ernesto to the festival.
"Probably Rudy's Kabobs. They're always going to be good," Ernesto said.
Mardi Gras has it all from the live music, to the nine parades and the 40 food vendors.
"We're just tickle pink it's been a long hard week but it's all worth it," said Mardi Gras of SETX Chairman Tim Romero.
Romero has been working with the event since it started 33 years ago.
"I've been a vendor, I've just been a volunteer and now I'm on the board," he said.
Each year Romero and other board members discuss how to make things bigger and better than ever.
"We made a few changes which I think really enhanced it. Putting our food vendors on both sides of Magnolia," said Romero.
Romero says while most enjoy the food, he enjoys seeing families have a great time.
"I love this outfit this young man's wearing that's the spirit of Mardi Gras< and people are out here and they are just loving it," he said.
For Ernesto it means quality time with Mia'Bella.
"That means everything, making memories in a safe environment that's what it's about," Ernesto told 12News.
He and his daughter are excited for next year's Mardi Gras of Southeast Texas, which Romero says he'll start planning as soon as tomorrow.