Event Dates
From: Thursday, Feb 20th, 2020
To: Tuesday, Feb 25th, 2020
Although the Mardi Gras in New Orleans runs for weeks, the gay part of Mardi Gras is held in the lower French Quarter over five days of nonstop fun, from the street parades, to the party nights in the clubs and bars.
Many people believe that Mardi Gras is a single day of celebration. Mardi Gras or “Fat Tuesday” is actually the climax for the Carnival season. Parades and formal Gay Balls begin on the twelfth night of Christmas (Kings Night). Parades roll in New Orleans and in Metairie. Below are the dates for Mardi Gras in the new century…
The lower French Quarter is the center for New Orleans Gay Mardi Gras. This is where you’ll find the more extravagant costumes. People come from all over the world just to strut around in costumes of their own design. Of course, going home with a prestigious Bourbon Street Award is often the motivation for their sequined madness.
Currently in New Orleans there are eight Gay carnival organizations know as Krewes.These organizations stage magnificent, elegant Ball Masques and costume contests. While all of these galas are exceptional and fun to participate in, there is one more jewel in the Mardi Gras crown to mention. On Mardi Gras day the Annual Bourbon Street Awards Show presents the ultimate costume contest. This you have to see to believe. The show begins at noon at 800 Bourbon Street corner of St. Ann (OZ).
And let’s not forget the world famous Mardi Gras beads, the beads are given in appreciation to the boys that show there assets (the better the asset the bigger the beads) so don’t be shy and get lots of beads, this party is 24/7 for the five days so you do need to find the right hotel if you want to get some sleep, we have take the time to find some hotels for you that fit the bill.
The beat place to stay is in the French quarter, which is where you will find most of the gay bars and clubs,
we have found hotels in the gay area that have good rating, and puts you where you need to be to have fun without the need for taxis.
The Roosevelt Hotel, Omni Royal, Royal Sonesta Hotel, French Market Inn.
hotels book well in advance for Carnival.
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The Hotel Monteleone is where we stay
when in New Orleans, close to the gay bars.
For information and advice on
Gay Mardi Gras, Website
If you want to be close to all of New Orleans famous attractions, including the top gay-nightlife options in the city, the French Quarter remains the hub of where to stay, with dozens of hotels of all types and grades.. Adjacent to the Quarter and just downriver, you’ll find a number of gay-friendly smaller properties in historic and trendy Faubourg Marigny, which is also home to several gay-popular restaurants and bars.
Mardi Gras World, New Orleans,
The gay bars and clubs are centred around the French Quarter, so we suggest you try and find a hotel in this district. The area has many boutique hotels offering a traditional Louisiana welcome.
The Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans features an outdoor pool and a 2,300 square-foot gym. The elegant hotel features The Rooftop Bar, a full-service spa and rooms with a 42-inch flat-screen TV. WiFi is available at a costs
Located on the most fashionable corner, St. Louis at Royal, the hotel has received the 4-diamond luxury award for the past 27 years. Whether you’re visiting New Orleans for work or play this hotel is truly the place to see and be seen.
Located in the historic French Quarter on Bourbon Street, Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans offers accommodation with an outdoor pool, multiple bars, and a jazz club. The hotel is decorated with modern art.
Situated in the French Quarter, this New Orleans hotel was built in the 1800s and provides simple rooms with Air-conditioning, desk cable TV & coffee facilities. Guests are a 5-minute walk from Jackson Square.
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