Anyone on a Mardi Gras float?

[Rosstheboss]

If you were on a Mardi Gras float, please let me know how you managed to get on one! Please let me know!

 

[mouseclick1]

We were on a float on February 28, but it was totally a matter of being in the right place at the right time. We were standing along the curb across from Twister, and a park employee approached us and asked us if we wanted to be a part of the parade. I actually thought she was coming over to tell us we needed to move or something, and was surprised that she was inviting us to ride a float! Maybe it helped that it was a Friday night and not a Saturday, as it sounds like Saturdays are more crowded due to the concerts. I really don't know how it happened, but it sure was fun!

 

[Seahag]

Well, I'm glad to hear it was easy for someone ! We were on a float on the 28th of Feb also !
We spent ALL DAY on Friday looking for people who *might* have tickets to get on a float ~ we didn't eat, we didn't ride anything, we didn't stop, unless it was to talk to an employee!
We went to guest services 3 times, in hopes that they would have tickets (he didn't , but he did throw us beads)
Finally at 5:30pm or so, we foud a director of tech. services ( A HUGE thanks to him) who made a few phone calls & could not *promise* anything, but said, if you wait right here (in front of twister)*if* there are tickets available, he will meet you here. (LONGEST WAIT OF MY LIFE !!! LOL) Finally......around 6:30 - 6:45 the guy who was in charge of the parade (you remember Frank, don't you ?) came out & gave us tickets. We have NEVER been so happy!! It was a LOT of work & we really didn't think it was going to happen,(especially during the l-o-n-g wait for Frank to come out with the tickets) but it did ! I would say to try guest services early in the am, but there are only 80 or so spots on the floats, & more than 50,000 people in the park, so best of luck. My advice, keep trying, & be bouncy !!! they like to see happy people !
It really is just the luck of the draw.
Oh I believe if you have an AP, there is a drawing you can sign up for, but I'm not sure as to the deadline or if it is date-restrictive.
Good luck again, its the closest you'll get to being a rock star !!!!

 

[the Dark Marauder]

Once it was because my mom's company (years ago) got set up to be on a float. Other times it was simply waiting in the particular area and hoping to be put on.

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Is there an age restriction for riding on the float? Also a limit to the number of people in the group/family? There will be 8 of us ranging in age from 3-60yo.

 

[pathubia]

My daughter rode with us last year, she was 8. It was so much fun. You really do feel like a star.

We are going to try again this year to get on a float. I e-mailed AP services, but I was told that Friday nights are AP nights....We'll keep trying.

Patty

 

[Lobstergal]

We are doing a Mardi Gras Float next week when we visit US.

We booked a package staying at the HRH with 2day/3rd free at the parks- promotion.

My kids are worried that because they are riding on the float, they won't get any beads!! Is this the case?


thanks for the info!


our adventure begins in 7 more days!!

 

[mouseclick1]

We got to keep 8 beads and 2 coins per person. We also bought a few of the fancier beads earlier in the day.

 

[the Dark Marauder]

In the years past, it was simply "wear however many you want to keep" and then you could hoard any leftover if you were quick. If they're getting *THAT* stingy (8 beads/person), then sheesh!

 

[pathubia]

Last year our float ran out of beads, we had to throw ours to the crowd. (we had been to the parade a few times so we had plenty of beads)

 

[the Dark Marauder]

The first time I was on a float I ran out of beads, too. I learned the trick is to throw them out sparingly if you want to keep a good supply. And dont throw many to the first people you see. There are plenty of other floats who will do that.