How to Watch Mardi Gras Parades from Home

Live streams offer access to the New Orleans celebration for those unable to attend in person.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Mardi Gras revelers who can't make it to Louisiana this year can still catch the celebration live. Local New Orleans news outlets and national platforms will stream major parades on Tuesday, February 17, offering free coverage through websites, mobile apps, and smart TV platforms.

Why it matters

Mardi Gras is a major cultural event in New Orleans, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators each year. While the holiday is celebrated in cities around the world, New Orleans is known for its elaborate floats, marching bands, and signature krewes. Providing live streams allows people who can't travel to Louisiana to still experience the festivities.

The details

Viewers can access live streams from local New Orleans news outlets like NOLA.com, WWL-TV, and WDSU, as well as national platforms. The parades will feature the Mardi Gras 2026 theme of 'Travel' and take place at various locations throughout New Orleans on Tuesday, February 17.

  • Mardi Gras, or 'Fat Tuesday,' marks the final day of Carnival season before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of the 40-day Lenten season leading up to Easter.
  • The Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

NOLA.com

A local New Orleans news outlet that will stream live coverage of the Mardi Gras parades.

WWL-TV

A local New Orleans television station that will stream live coverage of the Mardi Gras parades.

WDSU

A local New Orleans television station that will stream live coverage of the Mardi Gras parades.

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The takeaway

By providing live streams of the Mardi Gras parades, New Orleans and national media outlets are making it possible for people who can't attend the celebration in person to still experience the vibrant culture and festivities of this iconic event.