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.
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)!
Enter Our 2026 Photo Contest
Photo Contest from Monday, January 6th through Tuesday, February 24th at noon (one week from Mardi Gras Day).
The Mardi Gras New Orleans team will pick the finalists and then the public will get a chance to vote from Friday, February 27th through Thursday March 5th. You can vote once a day! The winner will be announced Friday, March 6th at 5 p.m.
January 7, 2026
Mardi Gras isn’t just for humans in South Louisiana — it’s for dogs, too. From costumed canines strutting through historic downtowns to tail-wagging royalty leading the way… » Read More
January 1, 2026
We will be taking photo entries into our Annual "Show Us Your Mardi Gras Pics" Photo Contest from Monday, January 6th through Tuesday, March 11th at noon (one week from Mardi Gras Day) … » 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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