Mardi Gras 2026 Delivers Big Gains, New Orleans Tourism Hits Pre-COVID Levels

from Mornings with Brian Haldane · host Guaranty Broadcasting Company

New Orleans tourism is surging again. Walt Leger says Mardi Gras brought 2.2 million visits and a 20% jump in out-of-town travelers, matching pre-COVID levels. The Recycle Dat program expanded, major conventions arrived immediately after the holiday, and big events like Sail 250 and the New Orleans Book Festival are on the way.

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