Disney World parades aren’t necessarily hard to come by, but every once in a while an ultra-rare parade happens that we can’t wait to see.
Port Orleans French Quarter
And, the best part is that you don’t even need a park ticket for this parade! That’s right — the Port Orleans Mardi Gras Parade is BACK and it’s better than ever this year. Check out all the incredible floats right here!
We love seeing this annual golf cart parade! The golf carts are decorated by Disney World Cast Members, who then parade the carts along the Sassagoula River from Port Orleans Riverside to Port Orleans French Quarter. It’s such a fun experience and everyone seemed to be having a great time!
Mardi Gras Celebration 2025
The parade kicked off with Disney Ambassadors dancing to The Magical Music of Disney, which was this year’s theme! Different groups of Cast Members create intricate golf cart “floats” and they’re a treat to see.
Disney Ambassadors
We spotted this Mardi Gras themed float, which we felt was appropriate for the occasion.
Mardi Gras float
Next up, some of the Port Orleans Riverside office staff created this amazing Moana-themed “float,” complete with Pua leading the way…
Moana
…and how adorable is this Princess and the Frog-themed float?! We love the kissing frogs on the back.
Princess and the Frog
There was an incredible Coco float that was actually a golf cart pulling a float…
There was a Coco float!
…and of course, The Muppets featuring the Electric Mayhem were there too! The Cast Members did such a great job, and these were only some of the golf cart floats at this year’s parade. It’s a great time, if you can make it!
THE MUPPETS!
Unfortunately, you’ll have to wait until Mardi Gras next year to see this parade, as it only happens once per year!
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I didn’t know about this parade, so I’ve never seen it. Those “floats” look awesome!