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Mardi Gras With Kids: What to Know Before You Go

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Creator's Key Takeaways

If there's one thing that you must do when you're going to Mart with your children is arrive early.

The next thing of must dos, prepare yourself to walk and walk a lot.

The next thing on the list of must dos is plan your bathroom breaks.

The next thing, a musto, pack chairs.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Arrive at least three hours before parade start time to avoid traffic and secure a good spot.
✓Bring comfortable shoes for everyone and prepare children for a long day of walking.
✓Plan bathroom breaks in advance, using restaurants or hotels with purchases, or porta-potties along the route.
✓Pack ample snacks and drinks for long parade durations, even for adults.
✓Bring portable chairs or stools for sitting during parades and downtime.
✓Pack patience to handle traffic, parking, crowds, and overstimulation.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Managing long walking distances — Prepare children ahead of time, bring comfortable shoes, and build endurance.
Dealing with crowds and overstimulation — Pack patience, be patient with yourself and others, and give yourselves grace.
Finding good parade spots and avoiding traffic — Arrive early, at least three hours before parade start, to secure a spot and avoid stress.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should you know before bringing kids to Mardi Gras?
QHow can you make the Mardi Gras experience manageable for a family?
QWhat are the must-do tips for attending Mardi Gras with children?

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YouTube Video Description↓

We attended Mardi Gras with our kids for the first time and are sharing what we learned. From arriving early to the parade routes and managing long walking distances, these are the things that made the experience smoother for our family. If you’re considering bringing kids in the future, this video will help you know what to expect and how to prepare adequately. #mardigras #familytravel #neworleans