Gallery
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is arguably the best party you'll find in the United States. Every year over a million people travel to New Orleans to join in the fun during Carnival season, which begins on January 6, known as Epiphany or Twelfth Night, and lasts until Mardi Gras or "Fat Tuesday." The first ball was held in 1857 by the Mistick Krewe of Comus. Comus hosted the first parade, followed by Rex in 1872, which debuted the king of Mardi Gras. The Rex parade gave Mardi Gras the official colors of purple to represent justice, green to represent faith, and gold to represent power. The three colors were to represent the “king.” 7. Come face-to-face with a Mardi Gras Indian on Mardi Gras day. Tracing their roots back to a time when Native Americans helped shield runaway slaves, the Mardi Gras Masking Indians can be found parading down the streets on Mardi Gras day in their spectacular hand-sewn suits. 8. Take in the Bourbon Street Awards This annual event at the Royal Sonesta kicks off the final weekend of Mardi Gras. Greasing the poles in front of the hotel was done to prevent overzealous Carnival revelers from climbing up to the This first-time New Orleans Mardi Gras guide shares everything you need to know about visiting NOLA during the carnival season, including Mardi Gras tips, best parades, partying on Bourbon Street, hotels, restaurants, bars, activities, and more. This guide includes tips on things you can do in New Orleans during Mardi Gras 2025, when Mardi Gras 2025 takes place, key parade schedules, Mardi Gras viewing locations, tips on finding accommodation during Mardi Gras, and more! This post is based on our personal experiences of Mardi Gras in New Orleans. Celebrate Mardi Gras traditions throughout New Orleans: Twelfth Night, Chewbacchus, Zulu, Rex and more. Click here to find the best Mardi Gras events in New Orleans. You can’t go wrong with any of the Mardi Gras weekend shows at Tipitina’s, but the Mardi Gras Morning Sunrise Set, starting at 5:15 a.m. on Mardi Gras Day is a great start to the festivities Mardi Gras organisers are preparing for a "leaner" parade this year after last year's event saw a drop in attendance from an expected 250,000 to a reported 120,000. The 47th annual Sydney Mardi Gras parade features an incredible amount of diversity (photo: Sydney Mardi Gras). Best Mardi Gras Parade Viewing Areas. There are four main ticketed viewing areas for the ultimate experience during the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. Taylor Square Takeover (presented by American Express) The Taylor Square Looking for something fun to do this weekend in metro Atlanta? Celebrate Mardi Gras with a party at The Battery Atlanta, or head to Decatur for the annual Mead Road Mardi Gras parade and party. If Mardi Gras at The Wharf. Washington, DC - Saturday, March 1. Free. The Wharf brings the spirit of New Orleans to DC with a community Mardi Gras celebration featuring a parade down Wharf Street, a DC has a Go-Go Museum & Café! You can visit Anacostia’s newest museum beginning this week to learn all things about the music genre. Plus, it’s Mardi Gras season and the Wharf is throwing a big party and parade. Best Things to Do This Week and Weekend February 24–March 2. Go-Go Museum & Café grand opening. The Grand Mardi Gras Parade returns on Saturday and attendees can start their day off at Seville with the festive Mardi Gras krewe’s. The All-Krewe Celebration starts immediately after the Dunedin Mardi Gras: Fat Tuesday, or March 4, marks the start of Lent with a big party, and Dunedin always has a big one. The city festival begins at 3 p.m. on Main Street in downtown Dunedin. Be Mardi Gras in central Arkansas. With Mardi Gras falling this coming Tuesday, the capital city is celebrating all weekend long with various events as part of SoMardi Gras 2025. Here’s a list of events for those who want to laissez les bons temps rouler. SoMardi Gras x Little Rock Marathon VIP Pre-Party at Rock Town Distillery Friday 6 p.m Let the good times roll all weekend long before Mardi Gras next week. D.C. might be about 1,000 miles away from New Orleans, but you can celebrate Big Easy-style right at home. This weekend, Houston is packed with events, including the kickoff of Mardi Gras Galveston, Lunar New Year festivities and Black History Month celebrations. Eat Drink HTX continues supporting Kids 1:30 PM | D'Iberville - North Bay Mardi Gras Association Parade. Monday, March 3 5:30 PM | Bay St. Louis - Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Lundi Gras Parade. Tuesday, March 4, Mardi Gras 1 PM | Bay St. Louis - Krewe of Real People 1 PM | Biloxi - Gulf Coast Carnival Association Mardi Gras Parade Head to the best bars. When it comes to the best things to do at Mardi Gras in New Orleans, it’s ALL about the bars and having a good time. The French Quarter is an excellent place to visit for top-tier drinks and signature cocktails, but several spots around town are worth checking out.
Articles and news, personal stories, interviews with experts.
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |