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Parades DO cancel for rain, but the rain has to be forecast to be pretty bad for them to do so. It doesn't happen often, but it does occur. This usually occurs when a very strong and/or slow moving cold front is pushing through after a spell of mild weather, bringing high winds and/or thunderstorms ahead of it. Q: When and where do the Mardi Gras Indians parade? The Mardi Gras Indians only parade on Mardi Gras day and on Super Sunday (generally the 3rd Sunday closest to St. Joseph’s Day in March). The Mardi Gras day routes are not published anywhere, but they happen in and around their inner-city neighborhoods. A rainy Sunday pushed six regional Mardi Gras parades later in the schedule. Here are times and maps for Femme Fatale, Carrollton, King Arthur, Barkus, Atlas and Dionysus. Currently, there’s been no change in the parade’s roll time, which is 4 p.m. Krewe of Madhatters (Metairie) Due to anticipated rain, the krewe moved the parade from Saturday to Sunday at 3 p.m. They do advise spectators to bring their rain gear just in case showers or thunderstorms move into the area earlier than anticipated.. The National Weather Service’s New Orleans office has created a special web page dedicated to Mardi Gras weather updates and expects the most significant chance of rain to occur between 6 p.m. Tuesday and 6 a.m. Wednesday. The short answer to what happens, is that parades could be rescheduled, or canceled. The old adage, “there’s a window over Terre Haute,” rings true, according to Mobile Carnival Association Executive Director Judi Gulledge. She says Carnival Associations work together with Mobile Police and local meteorologists to adjust timing as best they can to accommodate weather. But NEW ORLEANS — Several Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish have been rescheduled as forecasters predict severe weather, including thunderstorms and heavy rain, on Sunday. The A busy Mardi Gras parade weekend in New Orleans is getting waylaid by bad weather. Driving the news: Saturday's 100% chance of rain has parade schedules shifting as metro-area krewes and police seek to avoid the worst of the weather forecast. What's happening: Parades on Friday will roll as originally planned. But changes on Saturday will have However, Grymes said Sunday afternoon parades will likely have to roll with rain in south Louisiana. Frye said there was a 50-70% chance of showers during the day Sunday with chances dropping off Mardi Gras will be cloudy, windy, and warm with storms possible after 3 pm but storms likelier after 6 pm for most of Southeast Louisiana. Cooler air drops in to end the week but it should still If you do bring an umbrella, keep that in mind and be courteous to other parade watchers. 3 – Make sure your costume and bags are all-weather friendly. If you’re dressing up and what you’re wearing would get ruined by rain, then you may want to re-think your wardrobe tonight. Bacchus Bash (March 2, 2025): Krewe of Bacchus throws a big all-day Mardi Gras block party on Super Sunday (the Sunday before Mardi Gras) featuring live music, DJs, and VIP open bar ticket options to celebrate their historic parade. Pricing ranges from $75-600. There’s nothing quite like Mardi Gras in New Orleans. One of the world’s most iconic celebrations – and definitely one of the most well-known experiences in New Orleans – Mardi Gras is a mix of parades, music, food, and local culture that takes over the city for an experience like no other. Answer 11 of 30: Just checked the 10 day forecast and showers are predicted for Mardi Gras day. Couldn't find the answer elsewhere on the web so figured one of you will know what if it's pouring rain during the parades? Answer 21 of 30: Just checked the 10 day forecast and showers are predicted for Mardi Gras day. Couldn't find the answer elsewhere on the web so figured one of you will know what if it's pouring rain during the parades? Answer 21 of 30: Just checked the 10 day forecast and showers are predicted for Mardi Gras day. Couldn't find the answer elsewhere on the web so figured one of you will know what if it's pouring rain during the parades? Three parades will roll Thursday night in New Orleans with scores of masked riders on colorful floats. More processions will continue every day through Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday. Costumed revelers will jam the French Quarter as more parades roll in New Orleans' suburbs, other Louisiana cities, and all along the Mississippi and Alabama coasts. Answer 1 of 30: Just checked the 10 day forecast and showers are predicted for Mardi Gras day. Couldn't find the answer elsewhere on the web so figured one of you will know what if it's pouring rain during the parades? There are several Mardi Gras parades set to roll in and around Baton Rouge this year! UWK has you covered with your ultimate Mardi Gras guide. Let us help you plan where you’ll catch your beads and favorite parade throws. We have parade times, locations and those important parade maps! This year, Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 4. Mardi Gras parades. Mardi Gras parades are the highlight of the season. Staged by "krewes"—Carnival organizations—these parades range from small
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