Many people celebrate Fat Tuesday by having a New Orleans Mardi Gras Festival Theme for their party. You do not have to live in Louisiana to have fun with this calibration. This holiday always falls on the day before Ash Wednesday and 47 days prior to Easter.

Traditional colors to be incorporated are purple for justice, green for faith and gold for power. These colors dominate the celebration. Many stores both local and online have many selections of party items to choose from. Plan what areas you are looking to decorate, then purchase accordingly.

Many different costumes and styles are available to rent or to purchase. It depends on how creative you want to get. Some parties will have plain masks available and items to decorate them with at the party. Beads are the major supply that someone will purchase. Masks can be incorporated into a full costume or just worn with beads.

There are different styles of food you can have at your party. It can be as simple as hors d’oeuvres or full Louisiana flare. Almost all foods will have some sort of shrimp or other fish component. There is a difference in the style of food however. Cajun is a country style and Creole is somewhat elegant.

Making a King Cake is a very traditional part of the holiday. You can special order one or find the recipe online to make it yourself. They are decorated in the traditional colors and can have different types of filling.

You can find many discount retailers online that will sell these holiday themed party favors at much discounted prices. You can also find table covers in one color and then use it for another party. It does not have to scream Mardi Gras on it. Focusing on color, rather than what is imprinted, can allow multiple uses of your purchases.

Alcohol is another big part of the tradition. A Hurricane is the most popular drinks to serve. You will need Vodka, rum, grapefruit and pineapple juice, triple sec and grenadine syrup. You can find the hurricane style long glasses in plastic online or at many local retailers. It can also be served in regular non fancy plastic cups.

Your party does not have to be expensive. It is about celebrating and having fun. This is a holiday known for traditions. Seeking out fun items and activities should not stretch your budget. Simply setting up with masks can change the atmosphere around completely.

Mardi Gras Party Supplies

Mardi Gras Magic Party Pack for 8Celebrate Mardi Gras with your own Fat Tuesday Party! Includes: 8 dinner plates, dessert plates, cups, forks, spoons, knives, 18 beverage napkins, 18 lunch napkins, Mardi Gras tablecover, centerpiece, and bag of 100 plastic coins.

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