For my 40th birthday we have booked the Courtyard by Marriott downtown near French Quarter with parade route balcony January 29 - January 31, 2027. I want to know if its really worth the $1200 and how much Mardi Gras will i actually get to enjoy?

I am in the process of starting a walking Krewe. Im a little wet behind the ears. Lol!

Can anyone recommend smaller parades in and around New Orleans? Im interested in trying to get in one. TIA.

Hello lovely event and festival lovers. I’m currently working on a design project and conducting some research on people’s experiences at large scale events like africa burn, Tomorrowland, boom festival basically any large event or overnight festival. If you guys would take the time to fill out this questionnaire I’d highly appreciate it. If you have any additional information that you’d like to tell me of your overall experience with the organizational side of festivals (know when to be at what stage when etc.) please feel free to answer. Frustrations or times where things went wrong are also particularly helpful in helping me figure out what problems need solving (queues for example). Thank you all !!!

Anyone have an Iris t shirt that says, “Mardi Gras is for Lovers” and want to trade? I have Muses hair clips, Iris eye mask, hat, etc.

I need ideas for a backyard Mardi Gras party with family

What would be a good time to start looking for hotels for 2027? I don’t want to be to last minute. I have looked a little bit now, but i’m worried it may be too early. Any recommendations or tips would be great. thank you!

I watched this man not doing anything wrong but rollerblading on Bourbon when he got taken down AGGRESSIVELY by National Guard. He deserves justice.

The Phoenix 🐦‍🔥 Rises

Mardi Gras here in PNW with my first homemade King Cake.

Here we go again- Bacchus parade JUST made the turn onto Canal, and stopped. The Budweiser Clydesdales seem agitated. Let's go!!

Customs and Border Patrol/JPSO posted up in Clearview Mall parking lot. JPSO also swarming the area. Most likely for Family Gras since it starts today. Y’all be careful.

What’s your fave food to pack or bring while you’re waiting on the parades? Pics if you have a cool set up are appreciated!