Mardi Gras 2026



Streetcar Services During Mardi Gras

During Mardi Gras season, streetcar service will only operate from S Carrollton & S Claiborne to St Charles & Napoleon on parade days.
Shuttle bus services will operate from St Charles & Valence to Loyola & Common. The shuttle will operate outbound from Loyola & Common to St Charles & Valence.
Regular St Charles streetcar service will resume Wednesday, February 18 at 5:00 am.
Streetcar service is dependent on parade and route.
During Mardi Gras season, the 47 streetcar will provide service from the Cemeteries Transit Center to Canal & Lasalle (Liberty).
There will be no streetcar service from Canal & Lasalle (Liberty) to Canal St Ferry Terminal until parades have cleared Canal St.
During Mardi Gras season, the 48 will travel between City Park and Canal & Lasalle (Liberty). 
There will be no streetcar service from Canal & Lasalle (Liberty) to Canal St Ferry Terminal until parades have cleared Canal St.



Routes are subject to change if required by changing conditions on the ground. For most up-to-date info view Service Alerts.


Le Pass is perfect for Mardi Gras!

Use Le Pass during Mardi Gras to plan your trip and purchase fares!

Stay up-to-date on detours!

The detour information here is subject to change as conditions on the ground may require adjustments. Keep an eye on our Service Alerts page for the latest info.