Posted in Louisiana Events February 10, 2021 by

Even Though Mardi Gras Was Cancelled, You Can Still Experience The Parade At Floats In The Oaks In Louisiana

Sure, Mardi Gras is going to look much different this year, but different doesn’t always mean bad! There may not be any parades, but that certainly hasn’t stopped locals from celebrating. You’ve probably seen photos circulating of all the homes turning their front lawns into epic house floats. Well, the folks over at New Orleans’ City Park have teamed up with some of the most popular parades in New Orleans to bring you Floats in the Oaks, one of the most unique Mardi Gras attractions in Louisiana.

For a once in a lifetime Mardi Gras experience, head over to New Orleans’ City Park for “Floats in the Oaks.”
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Since we can’t attend any parades this year, the folks at City Park have teamed up with all your favorite krewes to bring you a very unique style of parade.
Instead of the floats moving, you will! Over 40 floats will be stationed throughout the park for a socially distant, drive-thru parade.
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Here's a map of the route:
New Orleans City Park website
In addition to the floats, you’ll also see flambeauxs and dancers, both an important piece to the Mardi Gras parade puzzle.
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And instead of throws, you’re encouraged to bring your own beads and throw them from your car! Keep an eye out for the bullseyes for throwing opportunities.
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You’ll see all of your favorite floats along the way.
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It’s certainly the only time you’ll get to see so many floats from so many different krewes in one spot!
Erika Goldring/Getty Images

Note: Tickets to Floats in the Oaks are currently sold out, but you can be put on their waitlist to get notifications for additional times and dates.

For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook.

Have you already purchased your tickets to Floats in the Oaks? Let us know in the comments below!

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Address: City Park, New Orleans, LA, USA