Mardi Gras Festival Media Day

Park Hours: 10:30 AM – 6 PM.

You’re welcome to arrive as early as park opening. Your day begins with complimentary
Valet Parking! After you RSVP for the event, you’ll receive a voucher and
instructions to redeem this new benefit. Parking has never been so easy with
this new VIP experience.

After giving your keys to our valet
attendant, proceed to the main gate and look for the Media Day check-in table
near Guest Relations. The schedule below outlines the many experiences
available to enhance your visit. Please note: we do not allow filming on any
ride.

10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Check-in at the Front Gate. If you arrive after
4 p.m., you may pick up your credentials from Guest Relations. Please note: You must arrive before 4 p.m. if you would like to sign up to ride on one of the
Mardi Gras Parade Floats during the parade. * There is a 52” minimum height
requirement to ride the floats. 

Limited space available, First come first serve. *

2 p.m. – It’s time to get the party started with Fat Tuesday’s Jamboree at the Bon Ami
Bayou! Head over to Teatro Fiesta in Texas State Square and let the
good times roll! Hang around after the show for an on-stage photo opportunity.

3 – 4 p.m. – No Mardi Gras celebration is complete without a taste of NOLA. Sample a variety of food and drinks including Crawfish Étouffée,  Andouille Sausage Hush
Puppies, Beignets, and, of course, a Hurricane (or two)!

4 p.m. – If you signed up during registration, it’s time to get ready for the biggest Mardi Gras Parade in park history! After picking out the perfect costume and a quick lesson on the proper bead-tossing technique, you’ll board one of the 11 amazing floats for a one-of-a-kind experience.

5 p.m. – It isn’t Mardi Gras without a parade! This is the most authentic Mardi Gras experience you can get without being in the Big Easy. Toss those beads and have fun!