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Alright, party animals—it’s that time again! Mardi Gras is rolling in hot, wild, and ready to leave you breathless (and possibly pants-less, depending on how many hurricanes you throw back). I’m Karen Brem, your sassy, slightly inebriated guide to the debauchery that is Mardi Gras in New Orleans—and I just so happen to be the marketing genius behind the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, your home away from home for all things sinfully delightful.
And honey, let’s get one thing straight—except, well, we’re not. Our inn is proudly LGBTQ+ owned and operated, recently given a hotel-wide glow-up, and perfectly positioned for maximum party efficiency. We’re one block from the French Quarter, meaning you can stumble your way back to us in record time. Plus, there’s a streetcar stop two minutes away, so you can glide over to Uptown’s legendary parades without breaking a (boozy) sweat.
Now, let’s talk parades, beads, and all the barely-legal revelry that awaits you from February 21–24, 2025. Grab your glitter, flash your assets, and let’s get naughty!
🔥 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2025: LET THE SINNING BEGIN 🔥
🍷 Krewe of Cork – 3:00 PM | French Quarter
WINE. DRUNK. SHENANIGANS. This one is all about getting tipsy in broad daylight and pretending it’s classy because you’re drinking from a stemmed glass instead of a plastic go-cup. Expect wine-themed floats, tipsy parade-goers, and more red-stained lips than a vampire convention. Bonus? It rolls right through the Quarter, meaning you don’t have to go far to start your descent into debauchery.
💃 Krewe of Cleopatra – 6:30 PM | Uptown New Orleans
All hail the badass ladies of Cleopatra, proving once again that women do it best. This all-female krewe serves glam, beads, and maybe a little bit of mild flirtation, depending on how much they’ve had to drink. It’s Uptown, but don’t worry—hop that streetcar, baby, and let the good times roll.
🎭 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2025: BRUNCH & BEADS & BAD DECISIONS 🎭
🚢 Krewe of Pontchartrain – 11:30 AM | Uptown
Yes, it’s early, but don’t act like you weren’t already doing mimosas at 9 AM. The Krewe of Pontchartrain kicks off the Saturday party with bright floats, a carefree vibe, and plenty of beads for the taking.
🔥 Knights of Sparta – 5:30 PM | Uptown
Knights, armor, and men throwing things at you from giant floats? Say no more. The Knights of Sparta bring the drama and theatrical energy, which makes sense because we all have a flair for the dramatic after a few cocktails, don’t we?
💋 Krewe of Pygmalion – 6:15 PM | Uptown
They say Pygmalion created the perfect woman, but baby, New Orleans already did that years ago. This krewe turns up the heat with stunning floats and a parade that goes deep into the night, setting the stage for all your questionable post-parade choices.
🐕 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2025: SHOW US YOUR PUPPIES… LITERALLY 🐕
💄 Krewe of Femme Fatale – 11:00 AM | Uptown
The first all-Black women’s krewe, Femme Fatale is the moment. Catch their signature lipstick-shaped throws and prepare to be charmed, seduced, and maybe slightly over-served before noon.
🐶 Krewe of Barkus – 2:00 PM | French Quarter
Barkus is Mardi Gras for your four-legged fur babies, and it’s absolute chaos in the best way possible. Dress your pup up in drag (or just put them in something fabulous) and watch them prance their way through the French Quarter like they own the place.
🍑 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025: ONE LAST NIGHT OF SIN 🍑
🎶 Krewe of Bacchus – 5:15 PM | Uptown
Named after the god of wine, you already know this one is going to get messy. Think massive floats, celebrity guests, and an excuse to drink like it’s your full-time job. (Wait… it isn’t?)
✨ LET’S TALK ABOUT NIGHTLIFE, BABY ✨
Mardi Gras is a marathon, not a sprint, and some of us were born to go the distance. After the parades, head to:
- Bourbon Street – The infamous party strip where you’ll make memories you won’t remember.
- St. Ann Street – The gayest part of the Quarter, where you can find drag queens, leather daddies, and cocktails so strong they’ll make you text your ex.
- Frenchmen Street – When you’re ready for live music, late-night dancing, and the best jazz in town.
SO, WHEN ARE YOU BOOKING YOUR ROOM?
Listen, babes. Mardi Gras waits for no one. And if you don’t book your room at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn now, you’ll be sleeping on the curb like a frat boy who partied too hard. We promise clean, affordable accommodations and a staff that will help you piece together what you did the night before. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATIONS CALL US DIRECTLY AT 504.949.5815 OR 1.800.209.8408. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT US ONLINE AT historicmardigrasinn.com.
So, grab your sequins, leave your inhibitions at home, and come get wild in the only city that knows how to throw a month-long party and still make it to brunch.
See you in New Orleans, darling. 💋💃🎭🍾