FAQ – costumes, lodging, travel, food

What’s the Theme for 2020?

Remember doors open at 7:00 PM at the Wonder Ballroom February 10, 2020. The Ball is over at 11pm so get there early!

Remember the Wonder Ballroom has a no-reentry policy. They do have a coat check.

Is there food at the Ball? What about beverages?
Right Bayou Food Cart will be in the parking lot at the Wonder. Although the Wonder has a no-reentry policy, you will be able to access the truck through the downstairs outside area. Of course there will be full bars available for drinks – consider bringing cash to speed up the lines.

Also, you can order food from Cliff’s – the restaurant under the Wonder – from your friendly bartenders. The food will be delivered upstairs to you.

I don’t know what to wear! What about a costume?

Mardi Gras season is really a time for flashy and outrageous costumes. Often participants design their costumes according to the Mardi Gras Ball theme. 2012’s theme was “They All Ask’d For You” – the Audubon Zoo song, leading to many zoo animal costumes. Also see some ideas on our Pinterest boards, and SmugMug.

Some ideas: Purple, green and gold are the colors of Mardi Gras, Fleur-de-lis are the symbol of Louisiana and it’s historical ties to France. Folks go bawdy with fishnets, corsets and petticoats, or classical in Marie Antoinette wigs and gowns.

Take a look at costumes from  2019 for Tableaux on Pirate’s Alley.

Here are some local costume resources:

 

Where can I park?
Street parking is available around the Wonder Ballroom. We suggest using transit, cab or ride service

Where can I stay nearby?

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