Jefferson Parish Mardi Gras

The Carnival season traditionally begins on twelfth night or King’s Day, January 6, and culminates on Fat Tuesday, annually the eve of Ash Wednesday.

Mardi Gras in Jefferson Parish is a Family Affair! Experience the sights, sounds, food, music, parades and of course, the BEADS!

Don’t miss the annual Family Gras Festival taking place the first weekend of Mardi Gras in Metairie. Family Gras is a FREE 3-day festival of concerts featuring local and national acts, local cuisine, an art market, kids’ zone, and Mardi Gras parades!

For information on 2022 Mardi Gras parades and events, visit www.familygras.com.

Family Gras

Krewe of Kings