Although Mardi Gras is celebrated around the world, no one does it like New Orleans -- the City that Care Forgot!*

This site introduces you to the major participants of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, provides updated parade information and parade routes, the truth about our Mardi Gras traditions, the best places to get your Mardi Gras beads, masks, and kingcakes ... and more!

As Mayor of the great City of New Orleans, I invite you
to visit our city to experience the excitement of Mardi Gras!

While the excitement of New Orleans with its music, food and culture is year-round, we invite everyone to experience Mardi Gras at least once in their lifetime. Make your plans now to be a part of this great tradition and see firsthand why we say "Laissez les bon temps rouler!". MORE >

Mardi Gras Day, 2009 - Tuesday, February 24th
Make plans now to attend Mardi Gras 2009.  Most visitors want to arrive for the big weekend prior (more…)

Mardi Gras 2008 was early but still great fun for all!
Mardi Gras Day, 2008, was February 5...the earliest it's been in a very long time and the earliest (more…)

Mardi Gras 2008 officially begins
Twelth Night, or January 6th, opens Mardi Gras season 2008. The krewe of Phunny Phorty Phellows (more…)