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 2027 is Tuesday, February 9. We're counting down the minutes.
As Mayor of New Orleans, I’m proud to welcome you to a Mardi Gras season that reflects a new direction for our city… 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)!
September 30, 2026
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the swamp. The Krewe of Krampus is bringing its particular brand of spooky New Orleans fun back for Swampus Returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026… » Read More
October 16, 2026
The city’s official Halloween parade brings the floats, bands, dance krewes and throws we love about Mardi Gras together with enough ghosts, vampires, skeletons and other creatures to make the Headless Horseman feel right at home.… » 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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