mardi gras markets and parties

Need some last minute costume pieces or some last minute party plans? Here’s a selection of happenings over the next few days! 

Mardi Gras Market At The Chloe
February 10th-19th
The Chloe
A Mardi Gras worst nightmare is getting caught on the parade route without a sparkle in sight. Consider us an extension of your costume closet, ready to be raided and full of treasures from your favorite (or soon-to-be favorite) local makers. From headpieces to tricked-out fanny packs, we’ve got you covered. More info

37th Annual Mardi Gras Mask Market 
February 17th-20th
Dutch Alley
Join the 37th annual Mardi Gras Mask and Costume Market. Mask makers from all over converge on Dutch Alley to display their creations. Many mask makers have 20+ years experience. Costume design/accessories will be added this year. More info

Mardi Gras 2023 Balcony Tickets
February 17th
NOLA Cookery
Why just watch the parades when you can get a front row seat to all the action? More info

Beads & Bubbly: Rooftop Mardi Gras Kick-Off
February 17th
Virgin Hotel
Open bar featuring Veuve Clicquot & Casamigos cocktails, food, & entertainment from 2-6pm on the rooftop, steps from the parade route. More info

Boozy Bounce @ Mardi Gras
February 18th
We're taking over Culture Park NOLA with DJ Jordan Rock + DJ Jash Jay + DJ Fally Fal + DJ Zues + DJ Legatron Prime on the beats! Hookah available for purchase! Food trucks onsite! After Endymion, gather your krewe and meet us at Culture Park! More info

Black and Boujee during Mardi Gras
February 18th
Ciao Tapas Bar & Lounge
Always Black... sometimes boujee! Get your all black outfit ready!  More info

Mardi Gras: SHAKEDOWN
February 19th
The Hangar
Special Performances from TREETY, SUBTWEET SHAWN, FRESHXRECKLESS, & ZAIRE! More info

Mardi Gras Hangover Shutdown Party
February 19th
QRU Hookah Lounge & Bar 
Quality Vibes With Great Price Drinks. More info

BACCHUS BASH 2023
February 19th
Generations Hall / The Metropolitan
Mardi Gras' biggest block party with BAG OF DONUTS , Mannie Fresh, BUCKTOWN ALL-STARS, the TOPCATS, Category 6, & more! More info

Copper Vine Mardi Gras Day brunch and Zulu viewing party
February 21st
Balcony access to watch Zulu with unlimited Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas and a full brunch buffet featuring chicken and boudin gumbo, Roasted beet and citrus salad, mini ham and gruyere quiches, caviar deviled eggs, pain perdu, beignets, smoked salmon board and more! Tickets are available to purchase now on the Copper Vine Website.

Assorted further highlights/offers: 
Thoth Sunday at Saba: Thoth is back uptown on Sunday, February 19 and there’s no better place to watch than Saba’s patio (reservations HERE). There will be an outdoor bar for grab-and-go borekas and large-format cocktails.
Bacchus Sunday at Coquette: In the spirit of the Greek god of wine, Coquette will celebrate Bacchus on February 19 with bountiful wine specials alongside their legendary fried chicken. Perfect for refueling between parades. Reservations (12-5pm) HERE.
Mardi Gras cocktails at Josephine Estelle, Lovage, and Alto: All season long, drink your Mardi Gras superpowers with the Immune (carrots, ginger, cayenne, vodka) and Energy (beet, orange, lemon, tequila). Available at Josephine Estelle (dine-in, to-go) and Lovage (to-go). On the rooftop, Alto has a King Cake Frozen Cocktail with rum, amaretto, vanilla, banana, cinnamon, coconut, and lemon.
Mardi Gras staycation at the Ace: For all bookings until March 1, guests can use code BEADS at checkout for 20% off their stay. Good for stays through March.