Just because there are no parades, doesn't mean Jefferson Parish isn't celebrating Mardi Gras 2021! See below for things to do, promotions and more. Laissez les bon temps rouler!
Be sure and keep checking back as we are adding more events and specials as they are scheduled.
Amore Bakery and Cafe
Enjoy a variety of tasty Mardi Gras themed treats at Amore Bakery and Cafe in Old Gretna.
Copeland's of New Orleans
Buy one Get one FREE - Crash and Burn. Dine-in or take out. Frozen or on the rocks, gallon or by the cup.
Copeland's in Kenner has Mardi Gras packages available for $49 with 10% of proceeds benefitting the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation!
Court of Two Sisters
Calling all Princesses! Join Charlotte & Tiana for a New Orleans Princess Mardi Gras Brunch Ball, Saturdays February 6 and 13 at 10 am and 1 pm. Price includes 3-course Brunch, Songs, Storytime, & Games with Charlotte & Tiana, Mardi Gras Mask Decorating, and Themed Photo Booth (digital photos included). $45 for adults and $30 for kids ages 2-12 plus tax and gratuity. Call 504-522-7261 ext. 24 or email court2si@courtoftwosisters.com for reservations. Space is limited.
Don's Seafood
This Mardi Gras enjoy seasonal favorites like the King Cake Martini and King Cake Bread Pudding at Don's Seafood.
DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans Airport
Mardi Gras 2021 is coming quickly and the DoubleTree still has a limited number of group space available. To celebrate we are offering an EXCLUSIVE special: Book Before January 31st And Receive 50,000 Hilton Honors Points! Contact our Director of Sales to Book Today! *Must Book 10 or More Rooms For A Minimum Of One Night*
Valid from Jan 1-Feb 28, 2021
Book HERE.
Gattuso's Neighborhood Restaurant, Bar & Catering
Gattuso's will be open on Fat Tuesday from 11 am-8 pm celebrating Mardi Gras on the Avenue in Gretna! They will be serving a full menu and full bar and featuring a new king cake martini this season!
Haydel's Bakery
It's King Cake season at Haydel's! Their famous King Cakes are available in shop and can be shipped across the US.
Krewe of House Floats
In our area, we don’t let anything rain on our parade! The new Krewe of House Floats will roll with a safe alternative to the traditional Carnival season. Carnival fans can follow an online map to walk, bike and drive by hundreds of house “floats” decorated in neighborhood themes and ready for viewing Feb. 1-16. The Krewe will also channel donations to organizations around the city that support those most affected by the cancellation of parades.
Lakeside Shopping Center
Visit the Zulu Mardi Gras Costume Display at Center Court. Friday, Jan 22 - Feb 19, 2021, from Monday-Saturday, 10 am-8 pm and Sunday, Noon-6 pm.
Mardi Gas for All Y'all
Visit Jefferson Parish is partnering with the city of New Orleans for three nights of star-studded programming, showcasing the best of our area and Mardi Gras. The program is scheduled to be shown in three segments on Feb. 12, 13 and 14 on the NOLA.com and theadvocate.com news websites, YouTube and Facebook Live. "Mardi Gras For All Y'All" will bring viewers close to the sights and sounds of Carnival, with celebrity interviews, musical performances and Carnival features narrating the history of the celebration and unique culture. Check out a sneak peek HERE.
Riccobono's Peppermill
Riccobono's Peppermill Mardi Gras cocktail menu is back! Enjoy their King Cake Martini, Pocky Way and more with lunch or dinner.
Rivertown Theaters presents the 26th Anniversary of And The Ball and All
January 29-31, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back the popular, locally written And The Ball and All on the Main Stage this January. Some things may be different this Mardi Gras, but And The Ball And All is back and keeping Who Dats in the spirit of carnival! The classic New Orleans comedy about the Yatty ladies of the Krewe Of Terpsichore will be gossiping as only New Orleans ladies can, telling jokes about their husbands, and fighting over their krewe’s ball and float themes!
Show Us Your Mardi Gras Contest
Visit Jefferson Parish wants to keep the good times rolling with our Show Us Your Mardi Gras contest! Just send us a pic or video of you, your friends or family celebrating Mardi Gras in Jefferson Parish either from recent years or finding ways to celebrate this year. Maybe you're creating a "House Float" or simply enjoying a King Cake. Submit your photo or video and you could be eligible to win a gift basket worth over $300 full of local treats. Learn more HERE!
Travel Central
How can you get a free travel gift and the opportunity to win two (2) round trip airline tickets? It’s easy! Stop by Travel Central and join their Carnivals Around World Krewe. Take a picture with our float, post it on Instagram and tag: #travelcentralnola #kreweofhousefloats #mardigras2021 and/or post it to Facebook, check-in at Travel Central and tag #kreweofhousefloats.
