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The Best Soulard Mardi Gras Events!

If you’ve never been, Soulard Mardi Gras events are some of the best – and most unique – parties in St. Louis. Mardi Gras season in Soulard usually lasts for over a month, with a schedule of events perfect for families, foodies, couples, and even pets!

We’re a proud supporter of all things Mardi Gras in St. Louis. Every year we provide safe rides home to guests of both long-standing Mardi Gras traditions like the Grand Parade, to newer events like the Bacchanalian Ball.

With so many fun events to choose from, it can be hard to decide which events you’ll enjoy the  most. Here are some of our favorite ways to Let the Good Times Roll for Soulard Mardi Gras!

5K Run For Your Beads

Runners can get creative and break a sweat at the colorful Mardi Gras run. This 5k run welcomes walkers, runners and joggers of all speeds to run in the morning with pit-stops featuring beads, beer, and iconic hurricanes for legally aged runners. We especially love this fun run because immediately after you cross the finish line you can stay to enjoy the Taste of Soulard, for a post-run sampling of Cajun cuisine.

Register for the run by visiting stlmardigras.org here

Taste of Soulard

A long-standing tradition of Soulard Mardi Gras is the food and beverage tasting tour that guides you through some of the most iconic bars and restaurants in Soulard. The Taste of Soulard usually happens over the Saturday and Sunday before the Grand Parade weekend, giving you the lively Mardi Gras experience without the massive crowds that turn out for the Parade. Foodies, families, and pets love visiting Soulard for this weekend of fabulous food! Pro tip: Unseasonably warm weather will bring out larger crowds. If it’s nice outside, you might want to book a taxi to avoid the hassles of parking. Plus you’ll save on walking time if you’re planning a tasting tour across Soulard!

Bacchanalian Ball

A newer event to the Mardi Gras line-up is the themed Bacchanalian Ball! Purchase tickets online and make sure you come dressed to impress. The ball is the place to get into the Mardi Gras spirit with a glamorous, creative outfit that shows off your colorful side. The theme for 2020 is Hollywood Nights, adding even more glitz and glamour to the fun!

Soulard Mardi Gras Grand Parade

It’s not Mardi Gras in St. Louis without the Grand Parade! Watch nearly 100 fabulous floats parade downtown past Busch Stadium towards Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Catch a few stands of beads, enjoy the yearly theme, and experience the biggest celebration of Mardi Gras outside of New Orleans. Pro tip: Arrive early, and take a taxi cab. Parking can be nearly impossible, and plenty of streets are closed for the party. It’s easiest to call a cab to take you to and from Mardi Gras to avoid frustration and have a great time at one of the biggest parties of the year.

Now that you know a few Mardi Gras event highlights, you can explore the full list of events here. With a little pre-planning and costume prep, you’ll be on your way to having a great time at Soulard Mardi Gras.

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Open for Essential Travel ?

We’re Open through COVID-19 Restrictions
We are here when you need us with 24/7 essential travel services!

St. Louis County Cab & Yellow Taxi is open and will remain open through the latest regional health restrictions related to COVID-19.

St. Louis City and St. Louis County announced a “Stay at Home” order to ensure the maximum number of people remain at home, to enable essential services to continue, all to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Our taxi team is a critical lifeline to essential travel, delivery and ride assistance. Many people need help reaching essential services, and our drivers are here to help. With over 85 years of service to the community, we have stood with St. Louis with every challenge. We stand ready to continue serving the community that we love!

While we are committed to providing around-the-clock transportation to those who need it, please remember that for the safety of our taxi drivers and team, if you suspect you are sick or have been diagnosed, please contact the St. Louis County COVID-19 Hotline, 24/7: 314-615-2660.

We will continue to work to follow the latest health and safety guidelines for all of our passengers and our taxi team.

Please call us if you have any questions, or to schedule a taxi ride, delivery, or courier service on our website at any time.

You can reach us at: 314-991-5300.

Our taxis are cleaned & disinfected daily.

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Keeping Taxis Clean During Coronavirus

St. Louis County Cab & Yellow Taxi driver Ismail Malique was interviewed by KSDK Channel 5 in St. Louis discussing the changes we’ve experienced as an essential business operating during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to new safety precautions all of our drivers are taking, he shared some of the changes we’ve had to make, to help our riders get where they need to be during these difficult times.

Watch the full story below. 

We are committed to following the most current regional health guidelines for businesses remaining open to provide essential services to St. Louisans, while working hard to keep our riders and drivers safe with each and every taxi cab ride.

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Health & Safety Takes the Wheel

Health and safety takes the wheel at County Cab, because transportation is essential! 

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You’ll also find protective barriers in every cab! You can download our free taxi app here. Our drivers and team remain committed to these measures, so that you and your family are confident in riding with us!   

We are proud to remain the #1 taxi choice in St. Louis for the last 85+ years and we are always open 24/7/365. For even more updates, connect with us on Facebook! We’ll be sharing all important updates and key information for riders on social media. 

Be safe and ride smart!   

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Back to School Transportation

Solving the Problem: How to Get Your Kids to School This Year

 

The 2020/21 School year has parents faced with extra challenges of how to balance getting their kids to and from school. Maybe your school has a varying schedule, including when “after” school activities are taking place. Are you participating with POD learning? If so, then you may be adding several more challenges to your day. Talk about parents being super heroes right now trying to keep their children safe and learning. We want to help. You may be juggling a lot of different back-to-school elements this year, and we know we can add some relief. Our private taxi service is convenient, affordable, and reliable. You can save time by ordering a taxi touch-free on our free app, so you will know your loved one will get to school on time, safely, and hassle-free.

Safety Measures for School Transportation

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We understand the concern for letting a person you don’t know drive your child to school. That’s why County & Yellow Taxi has made it our mission to ensure the safety of everyone that enters a taxi. Similar to school bus drivers, our drivers must be vetted extensively before even being considered to drive a taxi for our company, let alone the schools.

Vetted Drivers

Our friendly drivers have safety on the mind, and they want to make sure that each passenger arrives without an issue. Parents have come to rely on our services, so we take this seriously. Did you know that each year our company has transported over 2,000 individual school children in grades K-12? This service has been operating since the 1980’s, and we have taxi drivers that are specially vetted by the school districts. We are looking forward to assisting more families in this difficult time.

Clean Transportation

Covid-19 is scary, so County & Yellow Taxi is actively taking measures to keep all passengers safe. For example, we have installed safety partitions into every vehicle, helping to maintain more distance between the driver and the passenger. Furthermore, all of our drivers have been instructed to wear masks when with passengers. Each vehicle is sanitized daily, and touch points are sanitized between rides. Other public transportation services won’t offer you the same guarantees. Learn more about our Covid Safety Measures here.

 

Why Choose County & Yellow Taxi?

County & Yellow Taxi has been in the business for over 85 years, so we have quite a bit of experience in dispatching taxis. We have earned the trust of the community through our consistent quality service. Safety has always been our top priority, and you can depend on us to get you to your destination.

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Local, and Women-Owned

We are a third generation, women-owned St. Louis company. We are loyal to this city, and we are proud to provide transportation to the St. Louis area. Local businesses need your help now more than ever.

Our Free App

You can utilize our free app to order a taxi when you need it. It’s easy to use, and you can save your payment information on your account. This means that your child doesn’t have to carry money or figure out how to tip because you are in charge. You can also track your child’s pickup and drop off in real time.

Dispatching Services

You can call our dispatching services 24/7, 365 days a year with questions or concerns. Just dial 314-991-5300 to schedule, cancel, or check the status of a ride. Additionally, feel free to visit our website and create an account for similar services.

 

We’ll Help You Through This

County & Yellow Taxi is committed to helping our passengers travel stress-free. We are always available for questions and concerns, as we are open 24/7. School transportation is going to be different this year, so be prepared for anything by choosing County & Yellow Taxi.

 

Be safe. Ride local!

 

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