Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, refers to events of the Carnival celebration, beginning
on or after the Christian feasts of the Epiphany and culminating on the day before
Ash Wednesday, which is known as Shrove Tuesday. is a time filled with parades, costumes,
beads, balls, and fun-filled community-engaging festivities!
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, often known as Jazz Fest, is an annual celebration of the music and culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.
The festivities take place two consecutive week's end into weekends every year, usually
around the end of April and the beginning of May!
Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, refers to events of the Carnival celebration, beginning
on or after the Christian feasts of the Epiphany and culminating on the day before
Ash Wednesday, which is known as Shrove Tuesday. is a time filled with parades, costumes,
beads, balls, and fun-filled community-engaging festivities!
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, often known as Jazz Fest, is an annual celebration of the music and culture of New Orleans and Louisiana.
The festivities take place two consecutive week's end into weekends every year, usually
around the end of April and the beginning of May!
Traditionally, King Cake season is around Mardi Gras, but most places in New Orleans
have king cakes available year-round! Here are some local favorites (We've included
a beignet spot as an honorable mention!):
