Click on the mardi gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Mardi gras for the year 2026 is celebrated/ observed on tuesday, february 17th. Mardi gras known as shrove tuesday or fat tuesday falls annually on the day before ash wednesday (start of lent).
Explore the official 2026 mardi gras parade schedule in new orleans. Mardi gras 2026 in new orleans -- all the parades, with times, maps and details. Mardi gras 2026 is officially on february 17, but much is to take place before then, starting with the twelfth night on january 6.
Jan 6, 2026find the complete 2026 mardi gras parade schedule, including dates, times and locations across new orleans, metairie, slidell, uptown and surrounding parishes. 4 days agonew orleans, la - on january 27, 2026, the city council adopted motion m-26-50, which set the parade positions and start times for the 2026 mardi gras season. 3 days agowlox will air live coverage of four parades and replays of two this mardi gras season.
Oct 22, 2025plan your ultimate mardi gras trip! This guide covers mardi gras new orleans 2026 parade dates, krewe traditions, costumes, travel info, safety, and insider tips. 3 days agofat tuesday arrives february 17, 2026, marking the spectacular finale of 43 days of non-stop mardi gras celebrations.