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While New Orleans may be the principal location for a Mardi Gras celebration, Southern California also offers plenty of fun experiences. Mardi Gras, which marks the end of the pre-Lenten season and in French means Fat Tuesday, lands on Tuesday, March 4 this year. The name Fat Tuesday stems from the Mardi Gras at SeaWorld San Diego. When: Jan. 25 - Mar. 2, 2025 Grab your beads and celebrate this New Orleans-style carnival event complete with live music, extravagant costumes, and Mardi Gras-infused Creole and Cajun food favorites. "Laissez le bon temps rouler!" Gaslamp Mardi Gras. When: Feb. 28, Mar. 1 & 4, 2025 The 3rd Annual Mardi Gras on the Mountain is set for Saturday, March 1, starting at 5:00 p.m. at the historic San Moritz Lodge in Crestline. Step into a vibrant New Orleans-inspired celebration featuring some of Southern California’s finest, live music, delicious Cajun cuisine, and a curated selection of pop-up vendors—all in the stunning setting of San Moritz Lodge. That's where Mardi Gras Weekend unfolds each winter, with whimsical touches, zydeco flows, and beignets aplenty in tow. Get top local stories in Southern California delivered to you every morning . The Carnival season will end on Mardi Gras, which is now one week away! From parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter hosts Southern California’s ultimate 21-and-up Mardi Gras party. Complete with creative concoctions, Mardi Gras beads, and plenty of walking, this California culinary tour will get you acquainted with the neighborhood’s foodie hot spots and make you feel like you’ve flown to New Orleans. SeaWorld San Diego is bringing the excitement of Mardi Gras to Southern California! Grab your beads and celebrate this New Orleans-style carnival event complete with live music, extravagant costumes, and Mardi Gras-infused Creole and Cajun food favorites. “Laissez le bon temps rouler!" Celebrate the ultimate blend of Cajun culture and California vibes at the Golden State Mardi Gras with the California Ragin’ Cajun Club. Enjoy zydeco music, authentic Cajun cuisine, signature drinks and dancing as we bring the spirit of Louisiana to Southern California. Mardi Gras is a celebration that is typically enjoyed by those in the southern United States, but many families in Southern California want to know where they can go to enjoy some of the festivities. While there are not many official events here in Orange County, there are still plenty of places that offer great food, music and fun for kids. SeaWorld San Diego brings the excitement of Mardi Gras to Southern California in 2025 with its family-friendly take on a beloved New Orleans classic. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant tradition of carnival, this event series lightens the hearts of both adults and children with live music, colorful costumes, and delectable Creole and Cajun These California celebrations capture the spirit of Mardi Gras with a West Coast twist, featuring extravagant costumes, delicious Creole cuisine, and plenty of beads to catch. Mark your calendars for the main events, with Fat Tuesday falling on March 4, 2025 . Mardi Gras celebrations popping off around Southern California include craft workshops, dance parties, pet dress-up contests, live entertainment and tasty New Orleans food. (Photo by Sean Gardner Mardi Gras celebrations popping off around Southern California include craft workshops, dance parties, pet dress-up contests, live entertainment and tasty New Orleans food. (Photo by Sean Gardner Mardi Gras celebrations popping off around Southern California include craft workshops, dance parties, pet dress-up contests, live entertainment and tasty New Orleans food. (Photo by Sean Gardner Mardi Gras celebrations popping off around Southern California include craft workshops, dance parties, pet dress-up contests, live entertainment and tasty New Orleans food. (Photo by Sean Gardner Mardi Gras celebrations popping off around Southern California include craft workshops, dance parties, pet dress-up contests, live entertainment and tasty New Orleans food. (Photo by Sean Gardner The 2025 Mardi Gras season is just beginning, and Coastal Mississippi is packed full of fun parades and events perfect for incoming visitors. Come along with us as we celebrate the Carnival season! Laissez les bon temps rouler –– "Let the good times roll!" Join us Saturday, March 1, 2025 for the Nevada City Mardi Gras Festivities! Parade starts at 2pm | Street Fair from 12pm-4pm. As described in SFGate: In Northern California, you typically won’t hear a Southern-style brass band second-lining through quaint streets while “General Doo Dah” is tossing beads. Top 10 Best King Cakes in Los Angeles, CA - February 2025 - Yelp - New Orleans Sweet Treats, Treme Kitchen, Porto's Bakery & Cafe, Little Jewel of New Orleans, Papillon International Bakery, Ludivine Paris, Lou The French On The Block, Au Coeur De Paris, Southern Girl Desserts Here's everything you need to know about Mardi Gras in California. Advertisement. Advertisement. Advertisement. Mardi Gras 2025: When is Fat Tuesday? What to know about the last day of Mardi Gras.
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