Thursday, February 27, 2025

Get Out! Mardi Gras at the Wharf on Saturday, March 1, 3-7 PM

 by Peggy Robin


Mardi Gras at The Wharf

Let the good times roll!  Mardi Gras at The Wharf returns on Saturday, March 1 with more floats, beads, fireworks and more. Watch the parade down Wharf Street, dance to live music by the Naptown Brass Band, grab a hurricane from the bar and party on!


3:00pm - Mardi Gras Activities Begin
3:30pm - Mardi Gras Parade Begins featuring stilt walkers and the Mardi Gras king and queen
4:30-6:30pm - Live Music on Market Pier
~6:30pm - Fireworks

Mardi Gras Music Lineup

Don't miss live performances from local groups including the Naptown Brass Band, The Eastern High School Marching Band, Too Much Talent Band, The Experience Band & Show, and the Crush Funk Brass Band.

Food & Drink:

Many restaurants at The Wharf are celebrating Mardi Gras by offering their take on food and drink specials all day on Saturday, March 1 with some restaurants extending their offerings.

From a delicious Smoked Sausage Po'boy to a Chicken Gumbo, our restaurants have something special for the whole family.

This event is FREE and open to all ages. Arrive early to get a good viewing spot for the parade. You won't want to miss this unforgettable Mardi Gras celebration!


For more information about Mardi Gras, click here.

*This event will take place rain or shine. Actual event times may vary pending parade progress.

*No alcohol can be consumed on the parade route. Alcohol can only be consumed on Market Pier or at a Wharf restaurant.

Event map:


*The parade begins at Blair Alley (near Easy Company), passes 7th Street Park, and ends at Parker Row (near Hell's Kitchen).

District Wharf
760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
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The "Get Out!" event of the week is posted on the Cleveland Park Listserv and on All Life Is Local on Thursdays.

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