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Les Dates de Mardi Gras (Mardi Gras Dates) Mardi Gras takes place 46 days before Easter (le Pâques) — that is, sometime between February 3 and March 9.Mardi Gras is the day before Lent (le carême), which begins on Ash Wednesday (le mercredi des Cendres). The phrase is a calque of the English phrase "let the good times roll", that is, a word-for-word translation of the English phrase into Louisiana French Creole. This phrase is often mentioned in Louisiana (especially New Orleans) and around the Gulf Coast where Mardi Gras is celebrated. Rooted in French medieval history and brought to Louisiana in the 19th century, Courir de Mardi Gras has many rituals that come together in a celebration on Fat Tuesday. It's commonly referred to as "the real Mardi Gras." The main event in a Cajun Country Mardi Gras is the traditional courir or “run” led by the capitaine of the Mardi Gras Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras is a big deal in Cajun country. You’ll see parades with colorful floats and people in masks. Families and friends get together to catch beads and trinkets thrown from the floats. The party starts weeks before Fat Tuesday. You might join in a Courir de Mardi Gras, where people dress up and go house to house asking for This one that says let’s celebrate with traditional Mardi Gras colors is super cute. I also love this watercolor digital invite. 3. Make your menu. Mardi Gras is a big deal in South Louisiana, so Cajun and Creole fare is typical! To me, making the menu is the easiest way to capture that Louisiana flair for your Mardi Gras celebration. In Cajun and Creole's Mardi Gras, gone are the floats and in their place is the Courir de Mardi Gras, or the Mardi Gras run for the Cajuns and the trail ride among the Creoles. Held in multiple communities across South Louisiana, Cajun Mardi Gras takes place on Fat Tuesday, or the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. This year, the raucous celebration falls on March 4. Let the good times roll (laissez les bon temps rouler) with this ultimate collection of 27 Traditional and Classic Mardi Gras Recipes and Menu Ideas for 2025!. From Cajun and Creole-inspired dishes to iconic New Orleans favorites, these recipes are perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday whether you’re soaking up the festivities in New Orleans or bringing the party to your own home. These 10 Mardi Gras-inspired recipes pack all the bold, spicy flavors of the Big Easy without requiring a trip down Bourbon Street! Whether you're hosting a Fat Tuesday feast or just craving some Cajun kick, these tested-and-perfected dishes deliver authentic NOLA flavor with surprisingly simple prep. There’s no better time than Mardi Gras season to add a sprinkle or pour of authentic Cajun and Creole spices and sauces to tantalize your tastebuds. Here are a handful of must-have seasonings and savories critical for a home cooking adventure into the bayou’s rich culinary tradition. Who first uttered the phrase, “Laissez les bons temps rouler” – “Let the good times roll!” – in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. What does it mean? How do you really spell it? Learn this and more right here. What Are Traditional Mardi Gras Foods? Mardi Gras foods are all about rich, comforting, and flavorful Southern dishes that bring people together. Classic New Orleans favorites include red beans and rice, crawfish étouffée, jambalaya, and gumbo—all packed with bold Creole and Cajun spices. A group of New Orleans women hope to revive a nearly lost aspect from the earliest days of the Baby Dolls tradition: singing in Louisiana Creole as they parade on Mardi Gras Day. Ghetto Burger Festival Mardi Gras Edition 2025 will be LITTTTTTTT! See us at St Charles Ave & St Mary St! The spirit of Mardi Gras is alive and well: the love of life (joie de vivre), the enjoyment of music, food (especially king cake!) and a great drink, plus, yes, the beads are all still here. And Dining, Brunch & Happy Hour Mardi Gras At Shaw’s Crab House. Thursday-Tuesday. Shaw’s Crab House, 21 E. Hubbard St. Through Fat Tuesday, Shaw’s Chicago is celebrating Mardi Gras with a New Orleans-inspired menu of chargrilled oysters ($21), crawfish étoufée ($32), seafood gumbo ($8-$11) and more. Cajun Cornbread Casserole from Everyday Happy Herbivore. Mardi Gras recipes from Happy Herbivore Light & Lean: Breakfast Corn Muffins (p. 51) Classic Cornbread (p. 55) Jerk Tofu (p. 66) Cajun Corn Chowder (p. 111) Creole Black Eyed Peas from the blog. Mardi Gras recipes from Happy Herbivore Holidays & Gatherings: Rum Cake (p. 40) Cajun Stuffed Take a culinary trip to Bourbon Street at Lucky Shuck Oyster Bar & Taphouse in honor of Mardis Gras. On March 4, enjoy Creole-inspired dishes and a Mardi Gras-inspired cocktail, plus an all-day happy hour. Celebrate Mardi Gras in style at Sinatra! From March 4th-9th, enjoy festive specials alongside our regular menu. Start with the rich Coup de Poing, a smooth blend of Buffalo Trace, whole milk, vanilla extract, and a powdered sugar rim, or sip on the tropical Category 5, a mix of Angostura white rum, Ten to One dark rum, passionfruit, lime juice, orange juice, and grenadine. Mardi Gras Houston 2025 – Adults Only Parties Alzheimer’s Association Mardi Gras Memory Ball. Join the Krewe of ALZ and the Alzheimer’s Association at the Woodlands Waterway Marriott for a festive Mardi Gras Memory Ball. This fundraiser supports Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
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