Mardi Gras at The Wharf is Washington DC's biggest Mardi Gras parade. The event on March 1, 2025 will feature floats, beads, fireworks, and live music. Kids can join in on the festivities with Mardi Gras-themed craft stations while the adults sip on Thrasher’s Rum Hurricanes. The celebration will conclude with a fireworks finale over the water. FULL SCHEDULE* 3:00 PM – Mardi Gras activities begin and the District Pier bar opens. 3:30 PM – Mardi Gras parade begins on Wharf Street Saturday, March 1st, 2025. Mardi Gras is about music, parades, picnics, floats and so much excitement. It's one big holiday in New Orleans and we hope to bring a taste of that to you here in D.C.! Your ticket includes open bar, delicious food from the team at Dauphine's, live entertainment, and so much more! Enjoy Mardi Gras at Dauphine’s on March 1 from 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Mardi Gras is about music, parades, picnics, floats and so much excitement. It’s one big holiday in New Orleans and we hope to bring a taste of that to you here in D.C. Ticket includes open bar, delicious food, live entertainment, and plenty of King Cakes and beignets! Mardi Gras at Dauphine's happening at Dauphine’s, 1100 15th Street Northwest, Washington, United States on Sat Mar 01 2025 at 06:30 pm to 11:00 pm Washington Mardi Gras is celebrating 75 years this year. Meet the 2025 king, queen, chairman Attorney Rico Alvendia will reign over Carnival season celebrations in the nation's capital in January Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras at The Wharf on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 3pm-7pm. Watch the parade on Wharf Street, dance to live music, grab a hurricane from the District Pier Bar, and party on! Mardi Gras celebrations and activities are heading to D.C. this weekend. 2025 11:03am EST Things To Do in the DMV. FOX 5 DC Where to celebrate Mardi Gras in DC? Mardi Gras at The Wharf is a free event, 3–7 p.m. on March 1, rain or shine. The celebration takes place on District Pier at The Wharf located at 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024. For more information, contact the venue or visit the event’s website. 1100 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 (202) 758-3785. Toggle Navigation. Hours & Location; Menus; About; MARDI GRAS AT DAUPHINES! DON'T MISS THE 2025 FESTIVITIES! Washington Mardi Gras 2025 Schedule. *PLEASE NOTE THIS IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR 2025: Once you have selected a costume, you will receive a ticket to go pick up a KREWE BAG. Krewe Bag pick up is in the Gunston West room, next door to the Costume Room. The Evolution of a Vibrant Tradition: DC Mardi Gras 2025. DC’s Mardi Gras Roots: A City Transformed. Washington, D.C.’s Mardi Gras traditions began modestly in the early 20th century, with gatherings and celebrations organized by the city’s French and Creole communities. Mardi Gras at The Wharf is Washington DC's biggest Mardi Gras parade. The event on March 1, 2025 will feature floats, beads, fireworks, and live music. Future Washington Mardi Gras Ball Dates. 2644 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 131. Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Phone: 225.216.1911 Email: katie@mkofla.com The last orders for the 2025 Mardi Gras season are available till Saturday, March 1, on Bayou’s website and can be picked up until Fat Tuesday. Alexandria’s Buzz Bakeshop is taking pre-orders for fluffy and soft purple, green, and gold King Cakes ($35), which can be picked up from Saturday to Fat Tuesday. Louisiana Alive! 2025. This event is a special salute to our Louisiana Congressional Delegation and their staffers and provides an impressive opening for the Washington Mardi Gras with great bands and outstanding food prepared by the most talented chefs in Louisiana. We are hosting a silent auction at the 2025 SUAF-WDC Mardi Gras Ball on February 8, 2025, and we need your help to make it a success! We're looking for donations of all kinds, including unique experiences such as event tickets, vacation stays, or tours; gift baskets that showcase your creativity; services like professional consultations, spa treatments, or memberships; and memorabilia such as Paradegoers are seen during the Bonaparte Parade Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lafayette, LA. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP) The Mystick Krewe of Louisianians is an organization dedicated to bringing the vibrant traditions of Mardi Gras from Louisiana to the nation’s capital. For over 75 years, they have hosted the annual Washington DC Mardi Gras, a grand celebration that showcases Louisiana’s rich culture and heritage. The parade will begin marching along Wharf Street at 3:30 p.m., next to the water, and end at Parker Row, near Hell’s Kitchen. With walkers, jugglers, floats and the Mardi Gras King and Queen, the parade will feature special performances from the Eastern High School Marching Band, Batalá Washington, The Experience Band & Show.
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