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However, if you’re wondering where to watch the Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans with kids in tow, you need to avoid this area as it’s simply not family-friendly. You’ll spot barely-dressed carnival-goers, risqué behavior, and plenty of frivolity in the French Quarter during Mardi Gras, making it a veritable adults-only zone. Cast members from select divisions form teams to create golf cart floats for the resort’s annual Mardi Gras Parade. Rest assured, the competition is stiff. Each year, a new theme is chosen. This year’s parade theme is “The Magical Music of Disney.” The parade will be offered on Fat Tuesday, March 4, 2025. This Festive New Orleans Hotel Has a 'Mardi Gras Like a Local' Package—With a Carnival Concierge and VIP Parade Views. Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is the place to experience Mardi Gras in style. You’ll need to wake up early to get the best parade viewing spots. City rules allow you to set up your viewing area four hours before a parade begins. Parade Route Preparation Checklist. Here’s what you need to bring for a great parade experience: Comfortable chairs or blankets (keep them 6 feet from curb) Large, sturdy bags to collect throws The first parade stand, the Lafayette Hotel grandstand, is located between Lee Circle and Poydras Street on St. Charles Avenue. This particular stand is adjacent to Lafayette Square and provides an excellent view of the Mardi Gras celebrations happening in the street below. See the full parade schedule for the 2025 Mardi Gras season and tune in live to see each krewe roll through New Orleans. There will be plenty of parades in New Orleans leading up to Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. on March 4. Here's what you need to know. 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. Kicking off the parade season with Krewe du Vieux? Head to Tujague’s for an exciting viewing party on Saturday, January 27 from 6-10 p.m. The historic restaurant invites revelers to purchase tickets which include an open bar, a buffet spread from Executive Chef Martin, access to a balcony viewing area, private bathrooms, and more. The Annual Passholders Special viewing area for the Mardi Gras Parade near Mel’s Drive-In. Passholders can receive one free UOAP Mardi Gras Button, while supplies last, from the UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon in Universal Islands of Adventure and at The Tonight Shop in Universal Studios Florida. Accessible Parade Viewing Area. The only exclusive Mardi Gras parade viewing area that isn’t ticketed is for people with disability to enjoy the parade. Tickets are free with online registration, granting guests access to an unobstructed view with accessible portable toilets and dedicated volunteers and security. FRANKLINTON, La. (WVUE) - A shooting following the Pepe Mardi Gras Parade in Franklinton left five people injured Sunday night (March 2), authorities said. One victim remains in critical condition Downtown Pensacola boasts two Mardi Gras Parades, the Illuminated Parade on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. and the Grand Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday at 2 p.m. Fun tip: If you love the Mardi Gras floats, head to Spring street early to get a closer look! The street is closed, but be mindful that floats are being pulled in and out, so be on the Take in the wonder if the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade from Sideshow! The premium viewing area gives you front row tickets to one of the biggest nighttime parades in the world. With hosts spilling all the tea on the floats, bars and toilets – all you need to do is take your pick from grandstand seating or standing and park yourself with a PLAN YOUR PARADE EXPERIENCE. Location: Oxford Street, Flinders Street, Anzac Parade Parade – Sydney CBD, Darlinghurst, Moore Park and surrounds. Date: Saturday 1 March 2025 All Mardi Gras Parade attendees, including ticketholders to Taylor Square Takeover, Accessible Viewing Area, Sideshow and Club Cindy are encouraged to plan their trip to and from Parade before heading out on Saturday 1 Bacchus Bash (March 2, 2025): Krewe of Bacchus throws 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 to celebrate their historic parade. Pricing ranges from $75-600. Sydney Mardi Gras 2025 is here! Free to party, free to celebrate, free to laugh, Accessible Parade Viewing Area 01 Mar 2025 Parade 01 Mar 2025 Mardi Gras Southeast Texas kicks off at its new home at Doggett Ford Park on Friday, February 28, 2025 with the traditional chicken toss at 5 p.m. followed by the first parade two hours later. The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras returns for a spectacular 2025 season full of parades, parties, and show-stopping performances. This year, the Mardi Gras theme is ‘free to be’, honouring the decades-long fight for equality and celebrating a future of visibility and acceptance for Australia’s queer community.
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