We’re again with one other superb spherical of beaded baddies, fairly sheauxstoppers, and jazzy belles who let the nice occasions roll whereas turning heads at this yr’s world-stoppin’ Mardi Gras festivities.
In keeping with knowledge from Placer.ai analyzed by the Downtown Improvement District, per NOLA Fox 8, New Orleans attracted the biggest Mardi Gras crowd since 2020 with 2.2 million complete visits throughout the two-week Carnival stretch.
The whole represents a ten% year-over-year improve from 2025, additional cementing downtown NOLA as a premier vacation spot throughout Carnival season.
“These visitation numbers present that Downtown stays the financial engine of our metropolis throughout Carnival,” mentioned Seth Knudsen, Downtown Improvement District of New Orleans President and CEO, in an interview with NOLA Fox 8.
“A ten% year-over-year improve displays significant momentum for our eating places, lodges, retailers and cultural points of interest. We stay targeted on delivering a clear, secure and welcoming atmosphere that permits companies to thrive.”
Making his annual Mardi Gras look was Corridor of Fame Saints Quarterback Drew Brees who threw footballs and beads from a float within the Bacchus parade.
Additionally having a timeee was Brees’ former teammate Cam Ward who related with followers whereas driving by way of the streets on a cell sofa.
In case you might choose one thing (something) to throw (or give away) from a float, what would it not be? Inform us down beneath and luxuriate in extra fairly sheauxstoppers who surprised at Mardi Gras on the flip.
