Budweiser’s world famous Clydesdale horses are an important symbol of the business and they have represented the Budweiser brand and its heritage for almost eighty years. In just a few days, the Clydesdale horses will make appearance in and around the Galveston, Texas area as the city and island are transformed for the annual Mardi Gras celebration. Here is a schedule of appearances by the Clydesdales in the coming week:
- Wednesday, Feb. 8 – Appearance at the Strand Historic District in Galveston, Texas from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 9 – Parade through various streets in Kemah, beer delivery to specific Kemah retailers and appearance at the Kemah Boardwalk in Kemah, Texas from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Friday, Feb. 10 – Leading the George P. Mitchell parade at the Strand Historic District in Galveston, Texas from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Feb. 11 – Leading the Gambrinus Parade at the Seawall in Galveston, Texas from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Sunday, Feb. 12 – Leading the Sunshine Kids Parade at the Strand Historic District in Galveston, Texas from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Galveston’s Del Papa Beer Distributing company is sponsoring the Clydesdale horses this year. They will be housed at the Galveston County Fairgrounds and are scheduled to lead a number of parades during the upcoming Galveston Island Mardi Gras celebration.
“We are proud to welcome back the Budweiser Clydesdales, a well-known symbol of the annual Mardi Gras festivities here in Galveston,” said Larry Del Papa, president of Del Papa Distributing Company. “The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales continue to play a significant role in making the annual celebration a great success.”
Budweiser’s Clydesdale horses make about 300 appearances each year, traveling the United States and leaving a lasting impression with their stature and graceful presence. The public is invited and encouraged to take pictures of the Clydesdales at all of the scheduled appearances as they enjoy the 2012 Galveston Mardi Gras festivities.
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