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 >
October is the Perfect Time to Plan Mardi Gras Costume
When shopping for your or your loved ones' Halloween costume, be sure to keep in mind that Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Mardi Gras, especially in New Orleans, is a great excuse to dress (more…)
Mardi Gras 2009: Don’t Miss Out on your Holiday Collectibles!
Although the next Fat Tuesday is over 9 months away, it can never hurt to plan ahead. Since Mardi Gras is celebrated in only certain places of the world, with each their own tradition, many items (more…)
Compucast Interactive - Hosting Mardi Gras New Orleans Website
We want to let you know briefly about Compucast Interactive, the New Orleans-based web design company behind Mardi Gras New Orleans. Compucast designs and hosts sites for many prominent and (more…)
Need a Hotel Room?
Check for available hotel rooms for Mardi Gras in and around New Orleans!
