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Itineraries. Mardi Gras ship's itinerary program is based on Caribbean roundtrips leaving from homeport Port Canaveral (Orlando City, Florida USA), with preferential berthing at the new "Carnival Terminal 3" (CT3). The canceled in early-July "Caribbean 2020" program was planned to start after the Transatlantic repositioning from Europe. The roughly 2,000 participants, both male and female, assemble at the National Guard Armory at the corner of South 9th Street and Maple Avenue at 6a and start the run at 8a. The route is 13 miles long. They stop at farms along the route, beg for gumbo ingredients, and call out "Cinq-sous pour les Mardi Gras!" or "Nickels for the Mardi Gras!" If Mardi Gras New Orleans 2024 – Our Experiences. New Orleans, Louisiana, is one of our favorite cities in the United States.It has a charm that is hard to describe. Perhaps it’s a mix of the mystery associated with the voodoo tradition, the ubiquitous jazz music, the history of slavery, the blocking of the Mississippi River, and the great food and drink. Highlight: The ultimate Mardi Gras experience. Day 5: Post-Mardi Gras Recovery Morning: Visit City Park and the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA). Afternoon: Walk through the Bywater District, known for its street art and trendy cafes. Evening: Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a Creole-inspired restaurant. Highlight: A day to recover from the Mardi Quieter Parties: There are plenty of smaller-scale Mardi Gras celebrations in surrounding towns — including Mandeville, Lake Charles, and St. Tammany Parish — offering a calmer, more laid-back experience. Dining Recommendations During Mardi Gras. Historically, Mardi Gras was a time for delicacies such as pancakes, pastries, and mixed drinks. Mardi Gras season officially starts on the 6th of January and ends on Fat Tuesday, about a month and a half later. In New Orleans, you can get your fill of local parades, slices of king cake, and costuming shenanigans for most of January and February; the celebrations really ramp up two weeks before Fat Tuesday. 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 that culminates with Easter Smart preparation – from morning setup to evening entertainment choices – will boost your whole Mardi Gras experience. The real Mardi Gras magic isn’t just about catching beads or watching floats. It’s about embracing the celebration spirit that fills New Orleans’ streets. Pack your essentials, pick your viewing spots wisely, and let The season, which represents a time of celebration before Christian Lent, lasts until Fat Tuesday. Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras Day, is March 4, 2025. Between January 6 and March 4, enjoy parades, king cake, community celebrations, and more. For a list of future Mardi Gras Day dates, see here. Where in New Orleans can I experience Mardi Gras? Just call the Mardi Gras World shuttle service (number on their website), and they’ll come pick you up. Tickets for your visit and tour can be bought in advance here. Mardi Gras world is also included on the New Orleans sightseeing pass and t he Go City New Orleans Pass. 5. Visit the Mardi Gras Museum of Costume and Culture The Carnival Mardi Gras Cruise Itinerary Day 1: A Day at Sea. Our first full day at sea was the perfect opportunity to explore all that the Carnival Mardi Gras had to offer. We started the morning with a workout at the state-of-the-art gym, followed by a leisurely stroll through the ship’s shopping area. Afterward, we laid out on the deck Lafayette, Louisiana, is the place to celebrate Mardi Gras, with a packed five-day itinerary from February 28 to March 4, 2025. Highlights include lively parades, Zydeco breakfasts, swamp tours Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. Some people refer to Carnival and Mardi Gras interchangeably, although Carnival technically stretches the whole season from January 6th to Fat Tuesday, while Mardi Gras is Fat Tuesday itself. No matter when Fat Tuesday falls in a given year, there is an entire Carnival season leading up to it, filled with weeks of parades, parties, and For more information, prices, and detailed day-by-day Mardi Gras itineraries in January 2025, please click one of the scheduled Mardi Gras sailing dates below. 4 Departure Dates 2 Unique Itinerary/Itineraries Carnival Cruise Line 2025 itineraries of the cruise ship Carnival Mardi Gras with homeports and ports-of-call including dates and times. Find out where the ship is sailing and future vessel deployment at the exact date with arrival and departure times. NOW OPEN! Hours of Operation. Mardi Gras World is open 7 days a week, from 9:00am to 5:30pm, with the first admission beginning at 9:00am and last admission at 4:30pm. For more information, prices, and detailed day-by-day Mardi Gras itineraries, please click one of the Mardi Gras sailing dates below. 108 Departure Dates 8 Unique Itinerary/Itineraries Discover the itinerary for 2025-2026 and find the best deals with iCruise.com. Plan your dream cruise online or call 1-888-766-6420. Mardi Gras Carnival Cruises For more information, prices, and detailed day-by-day Mardi Gras itineraries in November 2025, please click one of the scheduled Mardi Gras sailing dates below. 4 Departure Dates 2 Unique Itinerary/Itineraries
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