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There will be plenty of parades in New Orleans leading up to Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. on March 4. 11:30 a.m., French Quarter; Krewe of Hermes: 5:30 p.m.. Uptown New Orleans There are Mardi Gras parades that start as early as the Twelfth Night (January 6, the annual start of the Carnival season), and things pick up towards the end of January. So, you won’t have any trouble finding excitement at various locations across New Orleans during Carnival time. French Quarter Mardi Gras Parades French Quarter; Krewe of Barkus 2:00pm view map ; Metairie; Krewe of Atlas 4:00pm view map ; Uptown New Orleans (POSTPONED UNTIL 2/25/25) The Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale 11:00am view map ; Krewe of Carrollton 12:30pm view map ; Krewe of King Arthur 1:00pm view map ; Slidell; Krewe of Dionysus 1:00pm view map ; Abita Springs; Krewe of Push Mow The History & Traditions of Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras has been celebrated in Louisiana since the 18th century, brought by French settlers. Today’s traditions stem from European carnival customs mixed with local culture, creating a uniquely New Orleans spectacle. The Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale parade takes place during 2025 Mardi Gras on Feb. 25, 2025 in New Orleans. Laissez les bon temps rouler! New Orleans is always great to visit but Mardi Gras season is special! Make sure to catch the Endymion and Bacchus parades, and the Zulu parade on Mardi Gras day. If you want to hear some great music stop by Snug Harbor, the Jazz Market and Preservation Hall! - Adonis Rose Executive Director of the NOCCA Foundation 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. The Mardi Gras that locals grew up with, enjoyed and love is occurring in every other part of New Orleans and the surrounding suburbs - not in the French Quarter. The large, traditional Mardi Gras krewes who bring you the "Greatest Free Show on Earth" do not even parade through the Quarter because there is a size restriction on floats in that area. By car. The key to driving during Mardi Gras is patience. When parking, make sure you pay attention to posted signs. What’s more, do not block hydrants, driveways, sidewalks, or fire lanes, and do not park on a neutral ground (median) or within 20 feet of a crosswalk, intersection, or stop sign. Mardi Gras Tips; Mardi Gras FAQs; New Orleans Hotels; New Orleans Info; HISTORY & Mon Jan 06 at 7:30pm in the French Quarter. share share The Société Des Champs Early Mardi Gras Balls . Mardi Gras balls have been around since Louisiana was a French colony. Just as we do today, Creole society kicked off the season on Twelfth Night with the King’s Ball (the Bal de Roi). French Quarter street closures. In anticipation of large crowds, the New Orleans Police Department will limit vehicles allowed to enter the French Quarter and will close some streets to vehicles completely. Additional intermittent street closures might be required as crowd size warrants. How to Get Around During Mardi Gras As crowds and floats take over the streets, prepare for changes in regular transport. Like every balcony in the French Quarter, the streets of New Orleans are overcrowded during Carnival season. These are some things to keep in mind while gearing up for Mardi Gras. Keep in mind that we list both informal guidelines here as well as a few actual rules – i.e. “laws.” The laws are meant to keep everyone safe and give everyone a fair chance of catching some good throws. The city of New Orleans provided an update Thursday on increased security measures for Mardi Gras. This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 Non-compliance with Mardi Gras regulations can lead to fines, legal ramifications, and disruption of the festivities. Understanding Parade Routes and Areas. New Orleans comes alive during Mardi Gras with a multitude of parades winding through the city’s streets. Each parade route has its own set of rules and regulations that visitors must be
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