Mardi Gras

Carnival details from the City of New Orleans

Mardi Gras Info from the City of New Orleans

Mardi Gras is more than just king cakes and beads. It is a religious holiday, a season of traditions that we celebrate every year, and a time that our community comes together in formal, fun, and often unexpected ways.

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We have a parade tracker—say hello to Routewise.

Find restrooms, first aid stations, lost child stations and recycling hubs along the parade route in Routewise.

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Who or what you saw;
When you saw it;
Where it occurred; and
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If there is an emergency, call 911.

To report suspicious activity, call 504-821-2222