Mardi Gras 2022 Is Happening: Here’s What To Know

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New Orleans is planning for Mardi Gras in 2022, the mayor recently announced. That means the Southeast’s largest party is back on, despite the threat of the omicron variant of coronavirus.

The celebration will be curtailed compared to Mardi Gras in the past, she said. For instance, parade routes will be shorter and the number of first responders and police officers needed will be reduced as well.

“The big news and the best news is that Mardi Gras is returning to the city of New Orleans and to the world in 2022,” said Mayor LaToya Cantrell.

She also tweeted: “No krewe is being moved from their traditional day. Every parade will be asked to make SLIGHT accommodations No one is being singled out! No one is being given special treatment!”

When Is Mardi Gras 2022?

Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Parades route adjustments will be make by all krewes, according to Cantrell.

During the pandemic, New Orleans residents pivoted to “house floats” to keep the spirit alive. This year, the city will continue house floats along with the actual revelry of Mardi Gras.

Final Word

If you plan to visit New Orleans during Mardi Gras, you are in for the time of your life. You’ll love it. At the same time, no matter what city you visit, always be mindful of your environment. There are pickpockets and scammers in every big cities in the world. If you plan to walk down Bourbon Street, you especially need to be careful.

Travel to New Orleans can be really fun is you plan accordingly. You’ll love the laid back vibes of the people and the instant parties in the streets.

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Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.