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. Opt for a fancy Mardi Gras party with a Masquerade theme. Encourage guests to dress up in their best Mardi Gras colored attire and wear elegant masks throughout the night. 8. Voodoo Fortune Teller Photo: Adria Black /shutterstock.com. Nothing screams New Orleans and Mardi Gras like a little fortune telling. Shorty Gras—the Krewe of Freret’s annual post-parade party—takes place on February 22 at Mardi Gras World and features performances by Ja Rule, Juvenile, The Soul Rebels, and of course Their Mardi Gras parade rolls on the Mid City route, with massive floats winding up circling the floor of the dome around 8:30PM. More than 20,000 people typically turn out for the Mardi Gras party, dressed to impress and ready to rock into the wee hours of morning (around 3:30 AM). Bacchus Bash: A big all-day Mardi Gras block party on Super Sunday (the Sunday before Mardi Gras) featuring live music, DJs, and VIP open bar ticket options. Orpheuscapade: A black-tie affair hosted at the Convention Center, with table seating, drink set-ups, and up-close parade viewing. Stop by Elysian Bar and Hotel Peter and Paul on Sunday, January 28 for the first annual Fete de Carnival Mardi Gras block party. There will be a live brass band, a DJ, food and drink pop-ups from local restaurants, and interactive workshops in the Church. The Elysian Bar will be offering signature cocktails and Mardi Gras vibes all day long. Get ready to let the good times roll at the Mardi Gras Parade & Party in Downtown OWA on March 2nd! Perfect for families and Mardi Gras enthusiasts alike, this free event offers a community-based Mardi Gras parade, where colorful floats and dazzling beads will fill the streets of Downtown OWA. The Portland Mardi Gras Parade North Mississippi Avenue Fat Tuesday March 4 Starting at 7PM Kid’s Costume Pageant at 6:00PM at Luke’s Frame Shop Marching bands and entertainers After parties at participating N Mississippi bars and restaurants For more details, click here. The Portland Mardi Gras Ball Tickets Available Here Wonder Ballroom Saturday March 1 Continue reading "Portland Mardi Gras Parade & Party March 2 from 2 – 8 p.m. The grand finale of the celebration is OWA’s Mardi Gras Parade & Party! This fun event is free of charge and perfect for families and Mardi Gras enthusiasts alike, where colorful floats and dazzling beads fill the streets of Downtown OWA. Best place to view the parade and enjoy the after party is at Sactown Mardi Gras Party Zone, on Broadway between 21st and 24th Streets. The after party will feature live music, a beer garden, a food court featuring Creole and Cajun dishes and specialty drinks,a kids zone, a car showcase, motorcycle show, and a Mardi Gras marketplace. Sydney is buzzing with excitement as the 47th Sydney Mardi Gras Festival reaches its grand finale this weekend. With a lineup of events that promises unforgettable moments, it’s time to plan your weekend and soak up the energy of Mardi Gras. From the iconic Parade to the legendary after-party and the much-loved Laneway event, here’s [] 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 Market Square Party Zone, and party on!
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