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Mardi Gras New Orleans

 
 THE PARTY STARTS HERE!

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 2026 is Tuesday, February 17. We're counting down the minutes.

Package deals 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)!

Calendar icon Parade Schedule 

Check out this years lineup for Mardi Gras parades and krewes.

What's New

Experience Mardi Gras in the Summertime!

Experience Mardi Gras in the Summertime!

July 1, 2025

If you come to New Orleans during Carnival season, you can take your pick of 70+ parades. If you come in the summer, you can still experience the wonder of Mardi Gras at several museums around the city, including the one inside the Presbytère, right next to St. Louis Cathedral on Jackson Square… » Read More

“Prenons du bons temps!” (Say what?)

“Prenons du bons temps!” (Say what?)

June 1, 2025

Who first said, "Laissez les bons temps rouler?" It suddenly occurred to us that we’ve never heard anyone discuss the origins of the phrase “Laissez les bons temps rouler… Read More

Keep the party going, check out St. Patrick's day parade  

Can't make it for Mardi Gras?

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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