The mardi gras is a new amtrak service that begins august 18, 2025 Platform and train are accessible to people in wheelchairs — some station services may not be accessible. Saturday, february 14, 2026 theme “peace, love, and mardi gras” Our goal is to have some of that festive mardi gras feeling on every trip, sharing the culture of the gulf coast region while connecting with the rest of the amtrak network.” Unoccupied homes and parked automobiles are tempting targets for burglars during the mardi gras season, especially during parade time
Take measures to secure personal property, specifically locking doors and windows to the house and garage It is a good idea to leave lights and a radio on. To review your ship’s pdf accessible deck plan and confirm the stateroom you have selected accommodates your needs If traveling with a scooter, please confirm the stateroom you have selected accommodates your needs. Click on the mardi gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade Events and activities are subject to change without notice.
Mardi gras day is february 17, 2026 Fat tuesday is the last day of the carnival season as it always falls the day before ash wednesday, the first day of lent. The origins of mardi gras can be traced to medieval europe, passing through rome and venice in the 17th and 18th centuries to the french house of the bourbons From here, the traditional revelry of boeuf gras, or fatted calf, followed france to her colonies. Hopefully, people will soon realize mardi gras is not one big spring break for dirty old men, but an enjoyable celebration for families and friends Locals stay away from the crowded french quarter in the evenings after a parade, but we wouldn't miss mardi gras for the world!
That being said, fat tuesday is the biggest day of celebration, and the date it falls on moves around. Mardi gras may be an ancient celebration but there's always something new to discover As the krewes announce their 2025 themes, throws and celebrity monarchs and riders, we'll post that information here. The date of mardi gras changes every year because it's connected to easter, which can fall on any sunday between march 23 and april 25 Mardi gras day always takes place 47 days before easter. Bring your kids to enjoy the traditional spectacle of mardi gras parades, authentic new orleans cuisine, local art at the art market, a kids' court with face painting and interactive games, and free outdoor concerts by both national artists and louisiana's own.
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