Mardi Gras
It’s the black hole of Carnival season, literally.
Here is a sampling of the 2022 Krewe of House Floats homes, porches, and yards in the Greater New Orleans area.
Consider this your guide to sewing, gluing and glittering your way to Mardi Gras DIY costume glory.
Live on the Westbank but still want to get a Dong Phuong king cake? No worries.
Even though Mardi Gras 2021 looked different, you can’t keep Carnival out of the hearts of New Orleanians. Here’s a look at Mardi Gras Day during COVID-19.
They might have canceled parades this year, but cocktails aren’t canceled! Whether you’re working on your house float or chowing down on king cake, these festive concoctions are sure to get you in the spirit. Here’s a list of some bars and restaurants that are offering Mardi Gras cocktails-to-go, so that you can stay socially distant and safely get your drink on!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and a second wave of high infection rates, Mardi Gras parades and related events have been cancelled this year. Let’s take a look at some resources and ideas for having your very own virtual Mardi Gras!
To save the hassle of fighting the crowds and standing in lines, your best bet will be to order your favorite king cake and have it delivered right to your door. Here are some local bakeries that are shipping cakes, so you can easily satisfy your sweet tooth, whether you’re celebrating Mardi Gras locally, or from afar!
Because of the cancellation and postponement of parades and gatherings for Mardi Gras 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the drive-thru event from Feb 4-14th offers a safe alternative for those missing out on float parades this year.
As the Red Beans Parade banner says, this year the “People Are King,” which is evident in the pageantry exhibited across town in the form of house floats, from Broadmoor to Bywater.