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About Mardi Gras World

Welcome to Mardi Gras World, a one-of-a-kind event venue housed in a working float-building facility. Located in the River City Venues complex at 1380 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70130, this space combines the artistry of float design with flexible event spaces that fit parties of all sizes. With intimate tours of the Float Den, team-building activities, and expansive venues for large gatherings, Mardi Gras World offers a distinctive backdrop for weddings, corporate functions, festivals, and private celebrations.

Our team at Gold Coast Tickets is your friendly, reliable connection for securing the right space, dates, and arrangements. We’ll help you navigate seating options, parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to make planning simple and stress-free.

Venue spaces include Float Den (2,000 seated / 4,000 standing), Mardi Gras World Plaza (300 seated / 500 standing), and River City Ballroom (2,880 reception; 2,410 seated; 1,200 theatre). Parking is available in Lot G at 355 Henderson St. with a the best available price fee, and event activity can affect availability. A complimentary shuttle service operates to/from Mardi Gras World, and the site is accessible via Canal Street streetcar routes for easy public transit. Nearby hotels in the Warehouse/Convention District include Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center, Royal Sonesta New Orleans, and Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Downtown — ideal for attendees and visiting guests.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1380 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70130.
  • Venue type: a working float-building facility that also operates as an event venue (Float Den) within the River City Venues complex.
  • Primary capacity: Float Den seated 2,000 and standing 4,000; other spaces include Mardi Gras World Plaza (300 seated / 500 standing) and River City Ballroom (2,880 reception; 2,410 seated; 1,200 theatre).
  • Parking: Lot G (355 Henderson St.) with a $23 fee; parking availability can vary with events.
  • Transit: Complimentary shuttle service to/from Mardi Gras World; accessible via Canal Street streetcar connections.
  • Nearby hotels: multiple options in the Warehouse/Convention District, including Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center, Royal Sonesta New Orleans, and Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Downtown.
  • Notable events: tours of the float den, team-building activities, and private/corporate events; spaces host festivals, weddings, and large private gatherings.
  • Renaming/demolition: no demolition; continues to operate as Mardi Gras World (also referenced as Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World) and as part of the River City Venues complex.