Carnival season in New Orleans stretches for weeks before Fat Tuesday, but it builds to a fever pitch in the final days - krewe parades throwing beads and hand-decorated 'throws' from elaborate floats, marching bands, and a citywide spirit of costumed, communal joy that belongs to the whole city, not a stage or a ticket booth.
| Dates | Feb 9, 2027 |
|---|---|
| When | Fat Tuesday, date tied to Lent - 2026: Feb 17 |
| Frequency | annual |
| Price Range | free (public parades) |
| Country | USA |
| Vibes | Cultural Parade |
| Location | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Website | Available on upgraded listings — upgrade this listing |
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