"For workaholic Washington, "Laissez les bons temps rouler" is more of an aspiration than a vibe. Still, the arrival of Mardi Gras brings parades, brass bands, king cake and fireworks over the weekend and on Fat Tuesday itself, giving everyone an opportunity to cut loose. Barracks Row Mardi Gras Parade There's a real community spirit to Capitol Hill's annual party, which features a parade with a drum line, musicians, civic organizations and local businesses marching down the sidewalk Friday evening, beginning at 5:30 p.m."
"D.C.'s biggest public Mardi Gras celebration features marching bands, stilt walkers, street performers and festively decorated floats parading from one end of the Wharf development to the other, beginning at 3:30 p.m. (Look for guests including the Racing Presidents and other sports mascots.) Once the last participants cross the finish line, you'll find bands playing brass music, jazz and go-go on outdoor stages at both ends of Wharf Street."
Washington offers neighborhood Mardi Gras celebrations across the weekend and on Fat Tuesday featuring parades, brass bands, king cake and fireworks. Capitol Hill's Barracks Row parade begins at 5:30 p.m. with a drum line, musicians, civic organizations and local businesses, plus restaurant and shop specials. The Wharf hosts marching bands, stilt walkers, street performers and decorated floats, outdoor stages with brass, jazz and go-go, a kids zone with mask making and face painting, multiple outdoor bar areas, specialty cocktails and fireworks at 6:30. H Street presents a family-friendly outdoor stage with school and military bands, line dancing, a moon bounce and face painting.
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