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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! 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. 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 3:00 PM – Mardi Gras activities begin and the District Pier bar opens. 3:30 PM – Mardi Gras parade begins on Wharf Street. 4:30 - 7:00 PM – Dance party and live music on District Pier and Transit Pier ~6:30 PM – Fireworks Finale * This event is rain or shine. Actual event times may vary, pending parade progress. 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 An epic Mardi Gras celebration requires at least three key elements: an elaborate parade, the best local entertainment, and ornate costumes. Plus, hurricanes and king cakes. Beads, obviously. Not to mention a sea of purple, green, and gold. The Wharf understands the assignment. And they deliver. Every. Single. Year. On March 1, grab your beads, Mardi Gras at The Wharf. March 1, 3–7 p.m. Kick off your Mardi Gras festivities with a parade down The Wharf. The parade, which starts at 3:30 p.m., will be full of jugglers, floats, stilt walkers, and performances from local marching bands and other area musicians. Mardi Gras at The Wharf: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Mardi Gras Wharf DC on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 3 pm to 7 pm. This exciting event features a dazzling DC Mardi Gras parade along Wharf Street, energetic live music, and delicious hurricanes available at the District Pier Bar. It’s the perfect place to immerse yourself in the A Mardi Gras parade will fill the sidewalks of Barracks Row on Friday evening, Saturday afternoon, and again on Saturday night. Coinciding with the parades will be live music, beads, and food specials at local restaurants—such as Lola’s, where you can pair jambalaya with a “purple haze” martini, and Ambar, which will shake up sazerac 3:30pm — Parade Begins Enjoy a spirited parade featuring stilt walkers, the Mardi Gras king and queen, and fantastic floats from your favorite Wharf neighborhood partners including Kaliwa, Praline Bakery, Moon Rabbit, The Anthem, Capital Yacht Club, The Goddard School, The Channel, Port of Washington Yacht Club, Capital Yacht Club, Boardwalk 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? Live music, hurricane cocktails and parades are on the way to the D.C. region as the public prepares to let the good times roll in celebration of Mardi Gras. Here are a few of the upcoming events 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 The Wharf is bringing the New Orleans spirit to DC for a mile-long Mardi Gras parade. The community is invited to join in on the Bourbon Street-style festivities featuring stilt walkers, decorated floats, the Eastern High School marching band, and live performances and music from Batalá Washington and Naptown Brass Band. 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! 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 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. RSVP The 507 Mardi Gras Party is open to all ages with free entry to the first 100 guests and anyone 12 years old or younger. After that, $10 per person. There’s a cash bar –or get the unlimited Mardi Gras drink package! Details and tickets here The mile-long Mardi Gras Parade at The Wharf is the largest in the District. Photo: Courtesy The Wharf 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 to be announced soon. Louisiana second lines to DC for Washington Mardi Gras 2025. Here are 5 things to know. It has since blossomed into a multi-day event that culminates with a costume ball and parade, with heavy
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