Duty. Honor. Louisiana.

 For over 75 years, the Mystick Krewe of Louisianians has brought the pageantry, revelry, and mystery of Mardi Gras to our nation's capital with a celebration of the finest Louisiana has to offer. I am humbled and honored to have been selected as the 2025 Washington Mardi Gras King.

 This year’s festivities will be held from Thursday, January 23, 2025 – Saturday, January 25, 2025 at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC. Events start on Thursday night with the King’s Party at The Anthem on the Wharf. Friday morning will be the Laying of the Wreath Ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and Friday night will be the Captain’s Dinner Dance, including the Royal Court presentation. The events culminate with the Washington Mardi Gras Ball on Saturday night. Please take a look at our SCHEDULE page for additional information. 

Your RSVP is required to attend by October 1, 2024.  Please visit our RSVP page to let us know what events you will be attending.  We encourage you to make your hotel reservations as soon as possible.  More information can be found on the HOTEL page. 

King Rico is proud to welcome you to this year’s celebration honoring our Military Veterans and First Responders. We look forward to seeing you for what promises to be a great Washington Mardi Gras!