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Friday, February 28th 2025 – Celebrate the start of Mardi Gras WEEKEND in New Orleans at the iconic Greasing of the Poles, a unique NOLA tradition. Annual Bourbon Street Awards Show. On Mardi Gras day (March 4th, 2025) the Annual Bourbon Street Awards Show presents the ultimate costume contest. This you have to see to believe. Southern Decadence, often dubbed the "Gay Mardi Gras," is one of the most vibrant and eagerly awaited LGBTQ+ festivals in New Orleans. Celebrated over Labor Day weekend, this event draws thousands of revelers from across the globe to the heart of the French Quarter. What started as a small gathering in 1972 has now blossomed into an epic party. From annual extravaganzas thrown by gay Mardi Gras krewes to block parties that invite you to leave your inhibitions at home, every day of gay Carnival is an opportunity to show up as you are, wherever you are. Overview of 2025 Gay Mardi Gras Events in New Orleans: Mystik Krewe da la Rue Royale Revelers Twelfth Night Party January 6, 2025 The Krewe of Rue Revelers 12th Night Party: The Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes & Culture; 318 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA. 6 p.m. The Lord of Misrule and his Mystik Krewe de la Rue Royale Revelers command your presence at Frank’s Annual 12th Night Party. The party returns to the new Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes and Culture! LGBTQ Mardi Gras The New Orleans LGBTQ community embraces Mardi Gras traditions with costumes, krewes, and more. While the first official gay Carnival krewe, the Krewe of Yuga, was formed in the late 1950s, “Gay Mardi Gras” had been going on underground way before then. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Mardi Gras Tips; Mardi Gras FAQs; New Orleans Hotels; New Orleans Info; Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . Mardi Gras parade and event previews for New Orleans area through Fat Tuesday 2025. Feb 24, 2025 Feb 24, 2025 Find the schedules and maps for Mardi Gras 2025 parades. The Krewe of O.A.K. pub When is Mardi Gras 2025? This year, Mardi Gras, which translates from French to "Fat Tuesday," is on March 4. Ash Wednesday is on March 5, the day marking the start of the 40-day Lenten season Following the Jan. 1 truck attack that killed 14 people in the heart of New Orleans, the Department of Homeland Security upgraded Mardi Gras to its highest risk rating. This means there will be significantly more law enforcement officers present than in prior years, said Eric DeLaune, who is leading Mardi Gras security as special agent in New Orleans is a city that knows how to have a good time, and its gay nightlife scene is no exception! Whether you’re here for Mardi Gras, Southern Decadence, or just an unforgettable weekend in the Big Easy, you'll find everything from legendary gay bars to high-energy dance clubs and some late-night mischief. The French Quarter is the center of it all, where rainbow flags fly proudly Mardi Gras New Orleans is happening on Tuesday, Mar 4, 2025 at 8:00am in New Orleans, LA Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival. The Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival will be back on Saturday, February 1 at New Orleans Federal City in Algiers. Entertainment will include Brass-A-Holics, Amanda Shaw, The U.S. Marine Reserve Jazz Band and more. The parade starts at 9 a.m. and the Festival begins at 10 a.m. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Mardi Gras Tips; Mardi Gras FAQs; New Orleans Hotels; New Orleans Info; Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . VACAYA’s 2025 LGBT+ Mardi Gras Caribbean Cruise sets an all-new standard for what’s possible in the world of all-LGBT+ and all-gay cruising! You’ll sail 7 magical nights roundtrip from The Big Easy, returning to New Orleans just in time for the biggest party in the world Dad’s Ball is a fun and crazy celebration held in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. Featuring a unique blend of music, art, and interactive performances, aimed at creating a queer twist on traditional Mardi Gras balls. Launched in 2020, the event has doubled in size, attracting around 1,500 attendees. The New Orleans Gay Mardi Gras Weekend takes place from Friday to Fat Tuesday. 2014/10/logo-gt4u.png Andrew Stevens 2016-10-25 15:08:24 2025-01-06 16:49:45 New The Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra is looking forward to celebrating it’s 60th year in Gay Mardi Gras 2025. Learn more about the Krewe & Community the past 60 Years in “THE KREWE OF AMON-RA’S RICH HISTORY”, the History of the Krewe of Amon-Ra recounted by the Krewe’s Charter Member & Empress, Mrs. Opal Masters Beyond the festivities of Mardi Gras, New Orleans offers a year-round allure with its hauntingly beautiful cemeteries, like the famous St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, where the tomb of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau draws visitors from around the world. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Mardi Gras Tips; Mardi Gras FAQs; New Orleans Hotels; New Orleans Info; Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras .
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