26 January 2024
The 2022 Krewe of Orpheus parade. | Erika Goldring/Getty Images
Do it up big this Carnival season with VIP parade access, special restaurant menus, block parties, and more
Mardi Gras is packed full of action, from the endless parties and balls to parades quirky and traditional. Navigating it all is the trick, managing the logistics, excess, sleep deprivation and oh, yes, staying employed while hopelessly distracted. Here are some more options to throw into the trick bag, from special dinners and events to some of the restaurants that offer easy access to both the parade route and meeting life’s basic needs: drinks, food, and a handy bathroom.