Mardi Gras, New Orleans

Blakeview: These New Orleans area venues have hosted Mardi Gras balls throughout the years
The French Opera House was a popular venue for Mardi Gras balls in the late 1800s. See where balls are hosted today.
New Orleans French Quarter will have security zones for Mardi Gras
This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 rating for Mardi Gras.
New Orleans ramps up security for Mardi Gras celebrations
NEW ORLEANS — Stepped-up security measures are now in place in New Orleans ahead of the big Mardi Gras celebration. Public safety officials spent the day installing concrete barricades and wedge barriers along St. Charles Avenue before Friday's Carnival parades.
Sunday's Uptown New Orleans Mardi Gras parades will be rescheduled
Two krewes in Thibodaux also announced changes on Friday for their Sunday parades. Ambrosia completely canceled its parade for 2025 while Shaka rescheduled for Tuesday, March 4. Want to avoid the weather entirely and watch parades from home? Here's the schedule and links to the NOLA.com Parade Cam livestream.
Super Bowl to Mardi Gras: New Orleans Police Preps for Annual Celebration
New Orleans police officials say there will be a heightened security zone in the French Quarter similar to what was implemented during the Super Bowl, with National Guard
New Orleans will have security zones in French Quarter for Mardi Gras similar to Super Bowl
New Orleans will have security zones in French Quarter for Mardi Gras similar to Super Bowl
New Orleans schools urge Mardi Gras safety for marching bands
Following the deadly January 1st attack on Bourbon Street, NOLA Public Schools is now prioritizing safety for high school bands marching in parades during Mardi Gras season.
New Orleans officials announce Mardi Gras safety preparations
Officials with the City of New Orleans have announced safety preparations ahead of Mardi Gras 2025. Because Mardi Gras 2025 is now federally listed as SEAR 1 status, special attention is being given to New Orleans by the government in the form of activation,
Is New Orleans safe for Mardi Gras 2025? What increased security will be in place?
The city of New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras celebrations by increasing security measures. Find out about the safety initiatives here.
French Quarter parade rescheduled for March due to severe weather
The Krewe of Barkus has joined the long list of parades that were set to roll Sunday but have rescheduled. The Krewe of Barkus is now scheduled to roll on Sunday, March 9 at 2 p.m. On their social ...
Mardi Gras Parade Schedules 2025
WWL-TV presents the 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Tracker. We are New Orleans' premier Mardi Gras parade tracking service. We cover ...
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Preparations for the Mardi Gras 13th Annual event
Guests can prepare to be swept away by the vibrant atmosphere, where the spirit of Mardi Gras comes alive. “Everything is ...
French Quarter business owners said Super Bowl crowds produced slow business
Many business owners who didn’t want to be identified said the busy Super Bowl week was quite the opposite for them ...
When is Mardi Gras this year? Here's what to know about Fat Tuesday
Mardi Gras, which began as a religious holiday, has become a weeks-long celebration, one that gives millions the chance to let loose before Lent.
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Everything to know about 2025 New Orleans Mardi Gras parking, street closures, public transit
Where can I park for free? What if I get towed? What streets will be closed? Whether you need a refresher or you're a ...
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Enjoy a taste of New Orleans at a pair of Texas-style Mardi Gras events
New Orleans and its famed French Quarter is well known for the Crescent City’s world-famous Mardi Gras festivities, but two ...