Jan. or Feb.??

[Exp.626Stitch]

we currently have a trip planned from Feb. 1-10 but I'm worried that with Mardi Gras during this time that the crowds are going to be a lot busier than what we hoped. Should we change are dates to late Jan instead?? I don't really want to do this because than we'll have to change all our Ps's. What should I Do!?!?!?!?

 

[maps]

I've been there a couple of times during mardi gras and haven't noticed that crowds were heavier due to that. I know a lot of people escape New Orleans because of it.
Usually though, Mardi Gras has been later in the month when we've been there so i don't know what it will be like early in feb.

 

[b-1]

We will also be there Feb 1-11. I was thinking that it shouldn't be that bad with Mardi Gras. I was a little more concerned about cheerleaders! It is such a huge place that I don't think either group (Cheerleaders or Mardi Gras escapees) will make a huge difference. Enjoy your trip, I know we will!!

 

[mousy_in_canada]

I looked up when Mardi Gras was and a web site said

"When is Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras Day falls on Tuesday, February 8, 2005.
Future Mardi Gras Dates
2006 (Feb. 28); 2007 (Feb. 20); 2008 (Feb. 5); 2009 (Feb. 24); 2010 (Feb. 16); 2011 (Mar. 8); 2012 (Feb. 21)"

Hope this helps!

 

[chrisn]

The parks will not be crowded and lines non existant. You may have cooler temps, maybe not. Pack accordingly. I'd worry more about this then crowds at that time.