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Mardi Gras at The Wharf is Washington DC's biggest Mardi Gras parade. The event on March 1, 2025 will feature floats, beads, fireworks, and live music. THE WHARF DC'S MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION 2025, DC. Saturday, March 1, 2025; 3:00 PM 7:00 PM 15:00 19:00; The Wharf DC 101 District Square Southwest Washington, DC, 20024 United States; Google Calendar ICS Washington Mardi Gras is celebrating 75 years this year. Meet the 2025 king, queen, chairman Attorney Rico Alvendia will reign over Carnival season celebrations in the nation's capital in January Saturday, March 1st, 2025. Mardi Gras is about music, parades, picnics, floats and so much excitement. It's one big holiday in New Orleans and we hope to bring a taste of that to you here in D.C.! Your ticket includes open bar, delicious food from the team at Dauphine's, live entertainment, and so much more! Mardi Gras celebrations and activities are heading to D.C. this weekend. 2025 11:03am EST Things To Do in the DMV. FOX 5 DC Where to celebrate Mardi Gras in DC? Mardi Gras at The Wharf is a free event, 3–7 p.m. on March 1, rain or shine. The celebration takes place on District Pier at The Wharf located at 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024. For more information, contact the venue or visit the event’s website. Mardi Gras at Dauphine's happening at Dauphine’s, 1100 15th Street Northwest, Washington, United States on Sat Mar 01 2025 at 06:30 pm to 11:00 pm Fat Tuesday is March 4, marking the traditional end of Carnival and the celebration of Mardi Gras. If a trip to New Orleans isn’t in the cards this year, that doesn’t mean you have to skip the celebration altogether. Here are seven Mardi Gras parties and festivals to attend around the region. Samedi Gras 2025. March 1, 11 a.m. When is Mardi Gras 2025? Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is on Tuesday, March 4 this year. Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday. Enjoy Mardi Gras at Dauphine’s on March 1 from 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Mardi Gras is about music, parades, picnics, floats and so much excitement. It’s one big holiday in New Orleans and we hope to bring a taste of that to you here in D.C. Ticket includes open bar, delicious food, live entertainment, and plenty of King Cakes and beignets! Washington Mardi Gras 2025 Schedule. *PLEASE NOTE THIS IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR 2025: Once you have selected a costume, you will receive a ticket to go pick up a KREWE BAG. Krewe Bag pick up is in the Gunston West room, next door to the Costume Room. Mardi Gras at The Wharf is Washington DC's biggest Mardi Gras parade. The event on March 1, 2025 will feature floats, beads, fireworks, and live music. Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. of the 2nd Congressional District, chair of the 76th Washington Mardi Gras, has announced that Lt. Colonel (Ret.) Roderick “Rico” Alvendia, a New Orleans attorney and founding partner of the firm Alvendia, Kelly and Demarest will reign as King of the 2025 ball. Kendall Williams, a recent graduate of Louise S. McGehee School, will be Queen of the celebration. Future Washington Mardi Gras Ball Dates. 2644 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 131. Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Phone: 225.216.1911 Email: katie@mkofla.com Louisiana Alive! 2025. This event is a special salute to our Louisiana Congressional Delegation and their staffers and provides an impressive opening for the Washington Mardi Gras with great bands and outstanding food prepared by the most talented chefs in Louisiana. The Evolution of a Vibrant Tradition: DC Mardi Gras 2025. DC’s Mardi Gras Roots: A City Transformed. Washington, D.C.’s Mardi Gras traditions began modestly in the early 20th century, with gatherings and celebrations organized by the city’s French and Creole communities. The Mystick Krewe of Louisianians is an organization dedicated to bringing the vibrant traditions of Mardi Gras from Louisiana to the nation’s capital. For over 75 years, they have hosted the annual Washington DC Mardi Gras, a grand celebration that showcases Louisiana’s rich culture and heritage. Mardi Gras at Dauphine’s 2025: Step into a slice of New Orleans at Dauphine’s, located at 1100 15th St NW, Washington, DC, where Mardi Gras comes to life on March 1 from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Revel in an evening of live entertainment, open bars, and a feast of King Cakes and beignets. Don your best Mardi Gras colors or Bayou Sauvage-inspired We are hosting a silent auction at the 2025 SUAF-WDC Mardi Gras Ball on February 8, 2025, and we need your help to make it a success! We're looking for donations of all kinds, including unique experiences such as event tickets, vacation stays, or tours; gift baskets that showcase your creativity; services like professional consultations, spa treatments, or memberships; and memorabilia such as The parade will begin marching along Wharf Street at 3:30 p.m., next to the water, and end at Parker Row, near Hell’s Kitchen. With walkers, jugglers, floats and the Mardi Gras King and Queen, the parade will feature special performances from the Eastern High School Marching Band, Batalá Washington, The Experience Band & Show.
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