What is a Mardi Gras Indian? Where are the best places for families to enjoy the fun? Are there still hotel rooms available? Which krewes have the best throws? What are the chances of catching a Zulu coconut?
You'll find the answers to all these questions and more right here at MardiGrasNewOrleans.com - your catch-all for everything Carnival. Don your purple, green and gold and join us in New Orleans this March for "The Greatest Free Show on Earth."
Mardi Gras 2025 is Tuesday, March 4. We're counting down the minutes.
As Mayor of the great City of New Orleans, I invite you to visit our city to experience the excitement of Mardi Gras!"… READ MORE
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Mardi Gras Packages
Check out these packages offering an up-front view of passing parades, along with that delicious New Orleans food (not to mention bathroom privileges)!
Parade Videos & Much More!
Here you can enjoy some of our favorite video clips from Mardi Gras, including celebrity interviews and the Zulu parade.
Nov, 2024
The 3rd Annual Children’s Hospital New Orleans Holiday Parade will take place Saturday, December 7 starting at 11 a.m. This year, the event is back with a longer route and signature throws. It will also be broadcast live on WDSU starting at 10:30 a.m.… Read More
Oct 1, 2024
In devotion to Sacred Drunken Wookiee, the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus fourteenth annual parade will roll on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. With over… Read More
Keep the party going, check out St. Patrick's day parade
It's always Carnival Time at Mardi Gras World, where you can see float makers at work, try on costumes, discover fascinating history - even sample king cake!
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