New Orleans - Mardi Gras Day Events Begin 2/23 February 23, 2009

Mardi Gras Day is Tuesday February 24, 2009

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 quot; Laissez les bon temps rouler!

GENERAL INFO, HISTORY, TRADITION, MARDI GRAS SHOP, VISITING NEW ORLEANS?, MARDI GRAS INDIANS, MARDI GRAS MEDIA Learn more about these links here

The 23rd Annual Lundi Gras at Spanish Plaza On Monday, February 23, 2009, Riverwalk Marketplace will host the 23rd annual Lundi Gras at Spanish Plaza with the arrival of Rex, King of Carnival
King of Bacchus and Grand Marshall of Endymion for 2009 Announced Actor Val Kilmer to reign as King of Bacchus 2009 and musician Kid Rock will serve as Grand Marshall of Endymion 2009. Endymion returns ...
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.
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The 23rd Annual Lundi Gras at Spanish Plaza On Monday, February 23, 2009, Riverwalk Marketplace will host the 23rd annual Lundi Gras at Spanish Plaza with the arrival of Rex, King of Carnival

King of Bacchus and Grand Marshall of Endymion for 2009 Announced Actor Val Kilmer to reign as King of Bacchus 2009 and musician Kid Rock will serve as Grand Marshall of Endymion 2009.

October is the Perfect Time to Plan Mardi Gras Costume When shopping for your or your loved one, Halloween costume, be sure to keep in mind that Mardi Gras is right around the corner.

Official Website: http://www.mardigrasneworleans.com/