Social & Party Events

I always wanted to do this until I went to New Orleans in June one year. That was crazy enough for me! I can't even imagine Mardi Gras!!!!

Visiting New Orleans during Mardi Gras Carnival time is something you will never ever forget. The noise, the crowds, the floats, its unbelievable.

Lot of excitement, great food! Anything goes.

This will be done sooner rather than later...although I don't drink beer:/

Make sure to come early if you don't have a reservation. On weekend the tents often close before 11 a.m. because of overfilling. During the week the tents are normally open until afternoon.

The entry to the area and all beer-tents are free

The main carnival processions take place on the Sunday and Monday evenings following the start of Carnival.

Bring a bike! Camps are spread out.

You are in the sun a lot of the day. Suntan lotions and a hat are a must.

Bring a headlamp or flashlight. It gets dark at night (even around camp)

Bring plenty of water and sports drink (1.5 gallons of water per day is required). It is very easy to become dehydrate in the desert and not be aware of it.