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Parades return to Magazine Street for Mardi Gras 2023! All your favorite parades will roll down Magazine for Carnival, so come on out, catch some beads, then shop or dine with us along the route! Don’t forget to stock up on all your Mardi Gras decor and accessories, and of course pick up a king cake for essential parade route snacking. You The Krewe of Morpheus parade will start at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Magazine Street in New Orleans. The parade will head east along Magazine to Napoleon Avenue, where the krewe will turn north (left). 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. This historic street is lined with bars, restaurants, and shops, and is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or bite to eat while people watching. Whether you’re in New Orleans for Mardi Gras or just looking to experience a taste of the city’s culture, the Mardi Gras parade and Magazine Street are two must-see destinations. At Magazine Street, the krewe will east and follow Magazine until Napoleon Avenue, where the parade will turn north (left). The Krewe of Thoth will follow Napoleon north until St. Charles Avenue, where the parade will turn east (right). 2025 New Orleans Mardi Gras is less than two weeks away, Several roads will close during the parades and parking can be a hassle. Here is a guide for beginners and experts alike. Once Mardi Gras season is in full swing, many parades start at Magazine Street and Jefferson Avenue, rolling down Magazine Street for several blocks before turning on Napoleon Avenue. This section of the Uptown parade route is known for being more family friendly and relaxed than areas closer to Downtown. Catch the Krewe of Muses, Krewe of Beginning Friday, Feb. 10 and running through the end of the Mardi Gras season, parade floats lining up to roll along the Uptown route will be staged on along Napoleon Avenue stretching back toward Tchoupitoulas Street and along Magazine Street between Napoleon Avenue and Jefferson Avenue. Explore Historic Magazine Street. Discover six miles of shopping, dining, art, and more on historic Magazine Street! Mardi Gras accessories, clothing, and decor Get ready to kick off Mardi Gras season with a night full of fun, food, and creativity! Join us for a welcome cocktail, a presentation by Matt Haines – author of The Big Book of King Cake – a Mardi Gras cocktail demo, and a king cake decorating session! You’ll also get a complimentary Mardi Gras mask to complete your Carnival look. New Orleans Glassworks has hand-blown glass Mardi Gras medallions, available in a rainbow of colors and created in the studio. Potsalot Serve your king cake on this hand-made serving platter from Potsalot . Mardi Gras accessories, clothing, and decor. It’s Carnival time! Time to break out the purple, green and gold. Whether you’re looking to decorate your house or look festive for the parades, here’s where to get all your Mardi Gras outfits and decorations. Don’t forget to pick up a king cake too! A cool Mardi Gras combo to pull off in classic festive colors, glam this one up with shimmer boots and dangler earrings! 14. Long Sleeve Crop Top, Plaid Crop Skirt and Bustier Top A wild Mardi Gras combo to customize, go for a goth styling using platform boots and mesh stockings for an edgy finish! 15. Pattern Mesh Top and Side Ruffle Skirt “Mardi Gras season is king cake season,” said Cook. King cakes are a ring-shaped, cinnamon-studded pastry topped with purple, gold, and green icing that has been a part of the Nola Mardi Gras tradition since 1870. Where to go?“My number-one favorite is Antoine’s Famous Cakes. They do a cake called the Queen Cake. From go-cups and coolers to bead bags and sunnies, get all your parade essentials right here on Magazine Street. Don’t forget to pick up a king cake and a Mardi Gras outfit while you’re there. Gibson Street Bar. Date & Time: Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM; Location: Gibson Street Bar, 1109 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX; Details: Celebrate Mardi Gras with Texas-inspired cocktails and a Pops Crawfish boil. A perfect way to spend a festive afternoon with great food and drinks! Magazine Street has plenty of local shops that carry NOLA- and Louisiana-made products perfect for gifting. Whether you’re shopping for homesick out-of-town friends and family, picking up a souvenir from your time spent here, or you just want to spread some NOLA pride, a New Orleans-themed gift is a perfect reminder of the city year-round. Get ready to sparkle! You’re officially invited to a fun evening celebrating the spirit of Mardi Gras! Preview this year’s dazzling merchandise as you attend this Mardi Gras Fashion Show. WHOA! What’s in store? King Cake, bubbly to toast the season, prizes for 5 lucky guests, Mardi Gras fashion, fun, and laughter. The Krewe of Muses parade will start at the intersection of Magazine Street and Jefferson Avenue in New Orleans. The parade will proceed east on Magazine until Napoleon Avenue, where the krewe will turn north (left). Mardi Gras hog roast at Such and Such Farm in DeSoto, Missouri "Arrive at the farm anytime after noon to walk around the farm, warm yourselves by the bonfires, visit the animals and grab a beer from Blue Jay Brewing Co. Food will be served at 3 p.m. Communal farm-style seating available in the event barn."
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