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The city of New Orleans is the place to be for Mardis Gras, the last hurrah of the carnival season before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. While much of the focus of the event is on the rowdy, debaucherous crowd that takes over Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, there is arguably more (family-friendly) fun to be had in other neighborhoods throughout the city, where parade 'krewes' toss beads Make this a Mardi Gras to remember with New Orleans RV Resort & Marina, a gated community offering waterfront views just minutes from the French Quarter. They offer 40 furnished villas (including 3 floating villas) and premium waterfront full-service RV sites to hook up to with a swimming pool, full bar, restaurant, fitness center, guest lodge The New Orleans St Charles Parade Route, also called the Mardi Gras Parade Route, begins at Jefferson Street and Magazine Street and ends at the junction of Tchoupitoulas and Andrew Higgins Street. Address: St Charles Avenue , New Orleans , LA 70115 Zoom in (+) to see interstate exits, restaurants, and other attractions near hotels. This trendy French Quarter 4-star boutique hotel lands you in the perfect location to enjoy all the best Mardi Gras 2025 festivities! Packages include parade tickets, a Bourbon St. balcony party, local tours, guides & more. All the best sites, shopping, bars, restaurants & nightlife are righ A Garden District staple, the Pontchartrain Hotel is a historic luxury hotel with a 1920s vibe and modern creature comforts. Partygoers have access to the St. Charles Streetcar that quickly transports them to Bourbon Street and the Mardi Gras parade route goes right by the hotel’s front steps. Or you can always stay at New Orleans RV Resort & Marina.Limited sites are still available during Mardi Gras season. Plus, the BC Boys Band will take to the stage at The Lighthouse Bar & Grill on February 13th, between 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Come join in the fun and try their Mardi Gras Specials, including the King Cake Daiquiri, the Mardi Gras Mix-up and King Cake. Experiencing Mardi Gras in New Orleans is an unparalleled extravaganza, attracting revelers from across the globe. Securing the perfect accommodation can significantly elevate your experience of the lively parades, intricate costumes, and jubilant atmosphere. Opting for a hotel located directly on the parade route guarantees you prime viewing access and the convenience of nearby Mardi Gras Market February 23 | 11am - 2pm. Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in style at Virgin Hotels New Orleans! Join us for a vibrant and lively market that brings the Carnival spirit to life. Stroll through a curated selection of local vendors offering unique one-of-a-kind creations, handcrafted goods, and festive finds to get you parade Kimpton Hotel Fontenot. Neighborhood: Warehouse District Book now; For a front-row seat to the biggest Mardi Gras parades, it’s hard to beat the 235-room Kimpton Hotel Fontenot’s location on the corner of Tchoupitoulas and Poydras Streets on the main parade routes (and only a five-minute walk from the French Quarter). 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 may also want to consider taking your kids to the parades in suburban areas like Metairie, which is only 10 minutes away from New Orleans. Metairie's Caesar parade, the Saturday before Mardi Gras weekend, is the parade Disneyworld features on Mardi Gras day. Kids love it! What's New; Media; Contact; MARDI GRAS PARADES. Schedule & Routes; Mardi Gras Krewes; Marching Clubs; Mardi Gras Floats; WHEN IS MARDI GRAS? Mardi Gras 2025; Future Mardi Gras Dates; Family Gras; Lundi Gras; PLAN YOUR VISIT. Mardi Gras Dining; Mardi Gras Packages; Mardi Gras Attractions; Mardi Gras Tips; Mardi Gras FAQs; New Orleans Hotels; New The Blake Hotel New Orleans is located on the corner of St. Charles Avenue and Poydras where all of the Uptown New Orleans Mardi Gras parades pass. Our property has a huge balcony on the second floor with a great view of the parades. We also will have viewing stands in front of the hotel to be on the street and up close to all the action. Our spacious rooms offer a place you can call home The krewe, now co-ed, has called the Uptown New Orleans parade route home since 2014 and is known for bright floats, generous throws, and multiple bands and marching groups. Other krewe events during the year include ALLA's Coronation Dinner at Antoine's in June and the Krewe of ALLA Bash in January. When parades start rolling in New Orleans, people flood onto the streets to experience the Mardi Gras magic. But as good as the floats, bands, and marching groups are, the food is just on another level. Many parades follow along the St. Charles Avenue parade route from Napoleon Avenue Uptown to Canal Street downtown. That’s three miles of 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.
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