Get a Rare, Insider's View of Mardi Gras!
Enjoy the colors, the lights, the music, the joie de vivre…see Mardi Gras in the making at world famous Mardi Gras World! Mardi Gras World is one of the most unique attractions in America’s most uniquely attractive city and a great location for the CONNECTIONS2012 Gala. It’s a world of wonders, created for you by the artists of Blaine Kern Studios — the people who bring the Mardi Gras floats to life every year.

The evening’s fun begins as soon as you arrive via motor coach transportation. Amazing sights and sounds await as you walk through Mardi Gras World and see various parade floats, sculptures and props. The gala takes place in three different areas of Mardi Gras World: River City Ballroom, River City Plaza and the Grand Oaks Mansion. Each offers a unique perspective onto this historic city and the attractions around it.

Enjoy cocktails, food, live music and the most amazing party décor you can imagine. In addition to the Mardi Gras fun, there will be ample opportunity for conversation and relaxation as you mix and mingle with your fellow CONNECTIONS2012 attendees.

Motor coach transportation will be provided to and from Mardi Gras World and the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Buses depart the Hyatt at 6:45pm.

Laissez les bons temps rouler* at CONNECTIONS2012!

*Let the good times roll!