Celebrating Mardi Gras NYC

This year, Mardi Gras comes to us much later than usual. Normally in February, Mardi Gras 2014 is officially on March 4.

Sure, when you think Mardi Gras, you think New Orleans, but let’s not kid ourselves for one second. This is New York City. There is a party for every holiday in this town, and Fat Tuesday is no exception. Here are the best was to celebrate Mardi Gras in NYC.

Bourbon Street Bar & Grille

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This Hell’s Kitchen bar takes its name from the street that makes Mardi Gras in New Orleans famous: Bourbon. Every year Bourbon Street hosts one of the biggest Mardi Gras parties in NYC and this year is no different. There will be beads, face painting, giveaways and food and drink specials all day

Ninth Ward

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Another aptly named NYC party location for Mardi Gras, Ninth Ward in the East Village will be celebrating the day with some of the best Cajun food in the city.

169 Bar

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This dive bar will bring out the hipster in all of us with some authentic New Orleans Jazz and cheap drinks on Fat Tuesday

Billy Hurricane’s

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Get yourself a hurricane at this New Orleans themed bar. Like 169 Bar, this is a bit divey-er than our other options, but still a great place to celebrate Mardi Gras

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Celebrate Mardi Gras in NYC

Happy Fat Tuesday, ya’ll!

It’s once again that sacred day when we come together as a people to celebrate. Parties will take place all around the world today, even right here in the United States. America’s greatest Mardi Gras party will be in New Orleans, but that doesn’t mean that NYC will be missing out on any fun. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in New York City:

Bourbon Street

This Hell’s Kitchen, New Orleans style bar will be partying all day and night. With two floors and balconies perfect for bead throwing, you’ll surly be in for a good time.

Delta Grill

For just $25, you get jazz music, a free hurricane and unlimited Cajun food. This party starts at 6 p.m., so don’t miss out!

Exchange Alley

If you’ve ever been to the French Quarter, you know of the little alleyway off to the side referred to as Exchange Place. This Lower East Side bar is an ode to Exchange Place, and makes one hell of a hurricane.

Ninth Ward

You don’t have to go to Louisiana to visit the Ninth Ward. Just head down to the Village for the bar with the same name and a Cajun theme. Oh, and don’t forget to try the Bayou Burger!

Photo Credit: Flickr / Heather Elias