Educate your children on the history of Mardi Gras Indians, who debut elaborate suits on Mardi Gras Day. Bringing the whole family to Mardi Gras this year? Click here to find the best parade spots, how to dress, what to bring and more kid-friendly Mardi Gras tips.

Jan 1, 2025 · Mardi Gras might be one of the best parts of living in New Orleans with kids. Even if you’re hesitant to take your children to parades, there are many kid-friendly Mardi Gras events that celebrate the holiday.

Let our Kids Guide to Mardi Gras show you how. Most parades will offer kids the sense of wonder that comes with seeing massive floats bedecked with flashy colors, bright lights, and astounding sculpture work, plus kids love the festive costumes and endless amount of beads and trinkets that surround the masked riders on the float.

Feb 12, 2024 · Is Mardi Gras kid-friendly? Yes! For locals, Mardi Gras is for families. Check out our 3-day itinerary for a great New Orleans Mardi Gras visit with kids.

1 day ago · Over the years New Orleans Mom has assembled lots of tips for enjoying Mardi Gras with kids, including 22 tips for enjoying Mardi Gras as a beginner, a list of insider tips from the parade route, the 10 king cakes in New Orleans you have to try and even how to make an easy king cake at home with kids.

Jan 3, 2023 · We visited Mardi Gras in partnership with the New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau to help showcase the family spirit of Mardi Gras. In this guide, we’ll share with you some tips and places you most want to visit with your kids to have that family-friendly Mardi Gras experience in New Orleans. Can you take the kids to Mardi Gras?

Feb 6, 2014 · While most winter carnival events include raucous parties, Mardi Gras can be celebrated with family-specific offerings, such as parades and historic museums, in New Orleans, Louisiana and across the U.S. These are the best places to enjoy Mardi Gras with kids.

Jul 22, 2024 · Plan a family-friendly Mardi Gras with kids in New Orleans, featuring safe parade routes and events like Family Gras and the Krewe of Barkus parade.

Although Mardi Gras parades are generally family friendly, precautions and preparedness are key to making the festivities fun — and safe — for kids.

Nov 13, 2022 · If you have recently moved to New Orleans, Mardi Gras with kids can be extremely overwhelming at first. New Orleans Mom is here to help! Below are some of the best tips for Mardi Gras beginners and enjoying this New Orleans tradition with kids.