16 Tips for Celebrating Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Mardi Gras is just around the corner so follow these tips to make the most of your experience.

#6 Join a Marching Group
Photo: Gary Clark, Article: Kim Cross, Megan Holley

#6 Join a Marching Group

Elaborately costumed members of the St. Anthony Ramblers and other marching krewes parade on foot, led by brass bands, through the Faubourg Marigny and the French Quarter before converging at the R Bar for a rowdy street party. Dress up (a must) and join in—it’s free!


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