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Hi, Nancy! Thanks for parading by planDisney with your question about celebrating Mardi Gras at the Walt Disney World Resort! As a New Orleans native, nothing brings me more joy than seeing the magic of Disney coexist with the culture and spirit of my hometown, and Disney's Port Orleans Resort - French Quarter is a testament to that! Mardi Gras plus scattered winter school breaks and stray holidays means heavy crowds during what’s otherwise winter “off-season” at Walt Disney World. This stretch of February will be busy, with higher wait times, attendance, and congestion in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and Hollywood Studios. Let’s start with the good news. Mardi Gras 2025 won’t [] On Mardi Gras, we found this guide to the celebration! It lists a few different ways to celebrate, including the Port Orleans Mardi Gras Pargo Parade from 10AM to 11AM, Mardi Gras Courtyard Crafts from 12PM to 4PM in the French Quarter courtyard, and a Mardi Gras Party from 5PM to 10PM, which is also located in the French Quarter courtyard. If you will be at Port Orleans Resort on Mardi Gras, be sure to ask at the front desk when this event will take place. Several Disney Springs eateries, such as House of Blues and Maria & Enzo’s, celebrate Mardi Gras (or Carnevale, the Venice version of Mardi Gras) with special meals or menu items. Disney World Events in August 2025. August brings the biggest time of year at Walt Disney World, Halloween! While it’s a bit early to celebrate Halloween at Walt Disney World, that doesn’t stop the parks from getting up the fall decorations typically the 2nd week of the month. Just in time for the early dates of Mickey’s Not So Scary Tuesday, February 25, 2020 is Mardi Gras day, and thanks to these fun and festive experiences guests from all over can feel the magic that comes with the Carnival Season. If you’re visiting Walt Disney World between February 17, 2020 and March 1, 2020, keep these Mardi Gras-inspired experiences in mind! Port Orleans French Quarter is a great place to celebrate Mardi Gras even if you just stop in to grab the beignets at Scat Cat's Club. Mardi Gras events at Port Orleans Resort- French Quarter typically include appearances from Princess Tiana along with themed treats at the resort. Past years have even included a decorated Sassagoula River boat Mardi Gras – March 4, 2025 – Events like mini-float parade (themed golf carts decorated by resort cast members) at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort (both French Quarter and Riverside) on Fat Tuesday. The parade features music, select Disney characters, beads, and candy are given out along the parade route. Credit: Disney. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort features two distinct sides, both of which are wonderful locations to enjoy Mardi Gras. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside evokes the charm and sprawling mansion homes of the South, whereas Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter brings the celebratory spirit of New Orleans to life every day. Another way you can celebrate Mardi Gras at Walt Disney World is to head over to the Magic Kingdom, go to Princess Fairytale Hall, and say hi to Princess Tiana. Make sure to ask her what her go-to Mardi Gras meal is, or about her restaurant. Another great question that you could ask Princess Tiana is what her favorite part of Mardi Gras is. Yes, Disney World can be quite crowded during Mardi Gras. This is because many people come to visit the park during this time to celebrate. If you are planning on visiting Disney World during Mardi Gras, it is important to plan ahead and make sure you are able to get tickets in advance. Yes, Disney World does celebrate Mardi Gras, but in a more subtle and family-friendly way compared to the wild and crazy celebrations in New Orleans. Disney World’s Mardi Gras celebration is This year, some of the Disney World horses that take guests on carriage rides around Port Orleans started things up! And, before we go any further, you should know that Cast Members share a TON of candy as well as Mardi Gras beads throughout the route :). I took this Flintstones Float to be celebrating “ROCK” music. Ha! This picture perfectly represents the Mardi Gras celebration What does French Quarter do to celebrate Mardi Gras? There are two main celebrations the day of Mardi Gras. The first is a parade put on by the cast members at both French Quarter and Riverside. This is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Disney World Events in August 2025. August brings the biggest time of year at Walt Disney World, Halloween! While it’s a bit early to celebrate Halloween at Walt Disney World, that doesn’t stop the parks from getting up the fall decorations typically the 2nd week of the month. Just in time for the early dates of Mickey’s Not So Scary Carnival 2023: Mardi Gras around the world - United Healthcare Global; Best places to celebrate Mardi Gras around the world - Wanderlust; Carnival and Mardi Gras Traditions Around The World - Curious Cuisiniere; Mardi Gras Around the World - Where Y'at; Mardi Gras - Wiki It’s well-known that Disney offers top-notch entertainment when it comes to holidays. There’s Halloween, Christmas, Easter, and others throughout the year. But what about Mardi Gras? It may surprise you to hear that there are ways to celebrate Mardi Gras at Walt Disney World Resort! Disney’s Port Orleans — French Quarter Resort is practically an all-year celebration of Mardi Gras, but it’s especially festive at this time of the year — and now we have NEW beignets to try! How does New Orleans celebrate Mardi Gras? New Orleans goes big for Mardi Gras with festive float-filled parades, dazzling balls and other events that draw tourists from around the world, but it There are lots of fun Florida Mardi Gras festivals, parades, and celebrations to attend this year. “Mardi Gras” is French for “Fat Tuesday.” Traditionally, it is the last night to feast on rich and fatty foods before fasting for Lent. Mardi Gras festivals are celebrated in many parts of the world.
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