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MEET THE CEREMONY. We kick off a new ship’s career with a naming ceremony and ours are one part tradition and a lotta parts fun! On the tradition end, we get dignitaries like Mardi Gras' godmother, Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez, and our own Chief Fun Officer Shaq to help make sure the champagne bottle gets broken just right for good luck. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Krewe of Majestic Carnival Club 11:00am view map ; Friday Feb 21 2025 . French Quarter; The oldest female Mardi Gras organization in Jefferson Parish will celebrate Carnival 2025 with a 200-member, 18-float parade. This year's theme is “Isis Goes on a Field Trip” Floats will include Rivertown Theater, Aquarium, and Circus. Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025. Mardi Gras is more than an event—it’s an experience. Whether you’re tasting your first King Cake, dancing to a brass band on Frenchmen Street, collecting a bag full of signature throws, or marveling at the creativity of a parade float, every moment immerses you in the spirit of New Orleans. 2025 Carnival parade schedules, times, routes. By The busiest parade week kicks off on Feb. 21, featuring: Krewe of Cork 2025. Mardi Gras Day is the ultimate celebration: Krewe of New Orleans and southeast Louisiana Mardi Gras 2025 Carnival parade schedule. Get information on all the dates and times for your favorite parades. Friday, February 21 . Krewe of Cork (3 p.m 2025 New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade Schedule. Mardi Gras Memorabilia. Rex, King of Carnival: 10:30AM Krewe of Elks Orleanians: follows Krewe of Crescent City What is Mardi Gras? Carnival in New Orleans and around the world is rooted in Christian and Roman Catholic traditions. The season begins on Jan. 6, the 12th day after Christmas, and continues until Mardi Gras, which is the final day of feasting, drinking and revelry before Ash Wednesday and the fasting associated with Lent, the Christian season Whether you’re an avid Carnival follower or a total newcomer, this guide will help you get the most out of Mardi Gras New Orleans this season. The Roots of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Rooted in medieval Europe’s pre-Lenten feasts, Mardi Gras New Orleans took shape after the city’s founding in 1718. Early gatherings were modest dances and FEBRUARY 21, 2025. Krewe de Canailles Walking Parade rolls at 7 pm in downtown Lafayette FEBRUARY 28, 2025. Le Festival de Mardi Gras is a carnival with rides, food and live music. Parades The Mardi Gras has a construction date of 2020 and a total size of 180,800 gross tons. The ship measures 1,130 feet (344 meters) in length. Carnival Mardi Gras is included in Carnival’s XL Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Mardi Gras holds 8,375 passengers. That includes 6,630 cruise vacationers and 1,745 staff members. The May 18, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 6 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Mardi Gras sets sail on Sunday, May 18th and returns on Saturday, May 24th. See Carnival Mardi Gras's 2025 to 2026 schedule and popular upcoming cruise itineraries on Cruise Critic. Explore destinations to start your Carnival Mardi Gras cruise planning. Find a Cruise 2025 mardi gras information Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is finalizing preparations for the 2025 Mardi Gras season. To ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration, residents and visitors are urged to follow regulations regarding barricades, street closures, parking, and public safety. Grab your krewe and get jazzy at Ballpark Village following the Soulard Bud Light Grand Parade & Celebration on Saturday, March 1st. Featuring LIVE music ALL DAY - rock out with Danger Party and DJs in every venue to get the pardi going. Find Mardi Gras sailing dates and sailing calendars and rates on iCruise.com. Book Mardi Gras sailings online or call 1-800-427-8473. Jun 21, 2025 (Saturday) 7 The oldest female Mardi Gras organization in Jefferson Parish will celebrate Carnival 2025 with a 200-member, 18-float parade. This year's theme is “Isis Goes on a Field Trip” Floats will include Rivertown Theater , Aquarium, and Circus . Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for August 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473 The May 3, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 7 Night Eastern Caribbean (Port Canaveral Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. Discover the Mardi Gras itinerary for December 2025 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-800-427-8473
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