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You may not think of Mardi Gras as a kids' party, but there's no reason you can't have a G-rated version of this fun celebration.
Mardi Gras begins on King's Day, or the Feast of the Epiphany. In New Orleans, the festivities continue until Mardi Gras day.
Fun Invitations for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- decorate with glitter
- in shape of party mask
- photo from New Orleans Mardi Gras parade (float, entertainer, etc.)
- enclose confetti in envelope
More Invitation ideas and tips!
Fun Decorations for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- balloons, streamers, and confetti in purple (justice), green (faith) and gold (power)
- mardi gras beads
More Decoration ideas and tips!
Fun Games and Activities for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- twister
- balloon stomp
- coin toss
- bingo
- fishing games
- giant bubbles
- jokes and riddles
- musical chairs
- pinata
More Games & Activities ideas!
Fun Arts and Crafts for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- make party masks and paper hats
- beading
- favorite things collage (photos from magazines)
- face painting
- spin art
Fun Foods for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- beans & rice
- okra (they'll have fun daring each other to eat it!)
- fruit kabobs
- bread pudding
- ginger ale
- Mardri Gras King cake
Fun Favors for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- Mardi Gras beads
- snap & pops
- animal crackers
- paddle balls
- punching balloons
- card games
- blowing bubbles
- magic tricks
- finger cuffs
- noise makers
Special Resources for a Mardi Gras Party include:
- Mardi Gras Party Supplies
- Kids' Party Fun Directory (entertainment, rentals, and places)
- Mardi Gras Day site
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