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Mardi Gras activity stations on Recreation pier will also open for kids. 3:30pm — Parade Begins Enjoy a spirited parade featuring stilt walkers, jugglers, the Mardi Gras king and queen, and fantastic floats from your favorite Wharf neighborhood partners including Capital Yacht Club , Maker's Union , Wharf Marina and more. Where: 760 Maine Ave., SW Mardi Gras at The Wharf in 2023. Photograph by Patrick Revord. Southwest DC’s Wharf will bring back its annual Mardi Gras parade and day-long party, complete with stilt walkers, a brass band performance on the pier, and fireworks right after sundown. 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 Whether you’re looking for a huge party to celebrate the end of Carnival on Fat Tuesday, you just want to sip on a hurricane, or you’d rather eat king cake at home, there are plenty of specials on Tuesday, March 4, and leading up to the infamous celebration. Before Mardi Gras: St. Vincent Wine kicks off celebrations with a Lundi Gras bash 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. Fat Tuesday is March 4, marking the traditional end of Carnival and the celebration of Mardi Gras. If a trip to New Orleans isn’t in the cards this year, that doesn’t mean you have to skip the celebration altogether. Here are seven Mardi Gras parties and festivals to attend around the region. Samedi Gras 2025. March 1, 11 a.m. 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. Mardi Gras celebrations, head to the Wharf for a taste of New Orleans. The parade is kicking off at Blair Alley at 3:30pm near Shake Shack. The event is completely free to attend and will conclude Laissez les bons temps rouler! While it’s hard to replicate the colorful revelry of New Orlean's French Quarter, these DC Mardi Gras events promise good times: Friday, February 9 Masquerade Party at Lost Boy Cider 317 Hooffs Run Drive, Alexandria Don your best mask and head to the Alexandria cidery for an after-hours masquerade party 4:30pm-7:00pm — Dance Party on District Pier The celebration continues on District Pier with a dance party and live music by the Naptown Brass Band. ~6:30pm — Fireworks Salute When the sun sets, look to the sky for our big Mardi Gras fireworks finale! After the fireworks, the band will perform one final set. Makers Union. When: Saturday, March 1 to Tuesday, March 4; 10 AM to 10 PM each day. Where: 664 Maine Ave., SW At Makers Union’s Wharf location, find Cajun food and drink specials through Mardi A separate Mardi Gras celebration hits the streets at 8th Street Barracks Row Saturday. The community-wide extravaganza features several sidewalk parades with live music, plus food and drink Mardi Gras Activity Stations on Recreation Pier will feature face painting, Mardi Gras mask making and crafts beginning at 3:00pm. Be sure to meet Lindsay “Bones” Cordeo, author and illustrator of The Krewe of Barkus and Meoux a children’s picture book about a colorful Mardi Gras pet parade! Are there any Mardi Gras food and drink specials? WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — It’s time to let the good times roll and this weekend the Mardi Gras celebrations will come alive in D.C. On Saturday, March 1, hundreds will flood The Wharf to join Mardi Gras celebrations, head to the Wharf for a taste of New Orleans. The parade is kicking off at Blair Alley at 3:30pm near Shake Shack. The event is completely free to attend and will conclude Save this event: Mardi Pardi at Mardi Gras Headquarters - Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery Share this event: Mardi Pardi at Mardi Gras Headquarters - Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery Celebrating 75 years, this great organization has brought the pageantry, revelry, and mystery of Mardi Gras to our nation's capital. The Mystick Krewe of Louisianians is proud to welcome you to our annual Carnival Ball and celebration of the finest Louisiana has to offer. 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! Top Washington DC Mardi Gras Events You Can’t-Miss. Get ready to let the good times roll with some of the most exciting Mardi Gras celebrations in Washington, D.C.! From vibrant street parades to elegant balls, the city buzzes with festivities that bring the spirit of New Orleans right to your doorstep. Bourbon to U Street Mardi Gras Crawl Multiple locations throughout U Street NW This Mardi Gras bar crawl on U Street includes entry to seven bars like Cloak & Dagger and Amsterdam Lounge, with drink specials and a DJ at each location. Details: Saturday, February 18 from 2 to 10 p.m.; $20. Mardi Gras at Dauphine’s 1100 15th St. NW
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