Mardi Gras 2013 - Parties & Events

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Family Gras
Friday, February 1st - Saturday, February 2nd
Veterans at Severn in Metairie

The free festival happens on the neutral ground across from Lakeside Mall along with the parking lots on the other side of Veterans. The event is free. Headliners this year include Cowboy Mouth, Blues Traveler, Soul Asylum, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Details here

Free Concerts
February 7th - February 11th
Howlin' Wolf

Free shows from the bands Rebirth, The Revivalists, Papa Grows Funk, Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk, Hot 8 Brass Band, George Porter Jr and more. Details at thehowlinwolf.com

Mystic Krewe of Mardi Paws
Sunday, February 7th, 2pm
Lakeshore Drive in Mandeville

Dress your pooch in costume and parade by the lake! There's a new route - ff the bike path to Lakeshore Drive. This year's theme is "Mardi Paws Gets Doggone Wet!" Details here

Better Than Ezra's Krewe of Rocckus

Friday, February 8th - Joy Theater (link)
Saturday, February 9th - House of Blues (link)

BTE continues their annual Mardi Gras parties with two concerts. On Friday night, the album "How Does Your Garden Grow" is performed in it's entirety and special guest Sister Hazel. On Saturday night, the band welcomes special guest Big Sam's Funky Nation.

Bacchus Bash
Sunday, February 10th
Starting at Noon.
Generations Hall

No cover. VIP Grandstand tickets are available for sale. Music by Chee-Weez, Flow Tribe and more. For more info, visit their Facebook page.

Zulu Lundi Gras Celebration
Monday, February 11th
Woldenberg Park

The 20th Annual Zulu Lundi Gras Festival will feature local, world-renowned and Grammy award winning entertainers performing on three (3) stages thoughout the day. Highlights are the arrival of King and Queen Zulu and their meeting with Rex. lundigrasfestival.com

Krewe of Zeus Lundi Fest
Monday, February 11th
Veterans neutral ground

Lundi Gras offers beau coup Family fun and it is all lagniappe! Dat’s right. It’s free! We’re talkin’ a day jam packed with music, food, and friends. Down here that’s a recipe fit for a King! – and His Queen! After all, the Royal Court will pass right in front of you. So c’mon down and enjoy the free concerts and take part in the revelry. It’s a celebration like nowhere else on earth. All of this glory takes place on the Eve of Mardi Gras in Metairie. Details at thekreweofzeus.com/passport-to-lundi-gras

Rivertown Lundi Gras Celebration

Monday, February 11th
Kenner's Rivertown

At the River the King of Zulu and the King of Argus parades each meet and toast to Fat Tuesday, live music, games, food, and more! David Batiste & Sons will take the stage at 11:30 a.m. and play until 3:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free event which has been held annually since 1999. kenner.la.us

Orpheuscapade
Monday, February 11th
Convention Center

Harry Connick Jr. headlines his krewe's ball with Gary Senise and the Lt Dan Band, Trombone Shorty and more. Visit their official site for more details.