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Mardi Gras at Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Faneuil Hall Marketplace hosts first ever Mardi Gras Celebration

 

What:    Faneuil Hall Marketplace will be presenting its first ever Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday March 4th  from 2-5:30 p.m.

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Hosted by Mix 104.1 FM, Faneuil Hall’s famous restaurants, including Cheers, Wagamama, Dick’s Last Resort and Ned Devine’s, will begin the celebration by decorating Mardi Gras inspired floats. The floats will then participate in the Mardi Gras Grand Procession around the Marketplace led by Boston’s very own New Orleans inspired brass band, the Hot Tamales. Salt from the Karson and Kennedy Morning Show on Mix 104.1 FM will emcee the event and judge the floats. The winning restaurant will receive gift cards for each member of its staff. In addition, Mix 104.1 FM will conduct an Instagram contest during the celebration that will give spectators the chance to win a prize by visiting the participating restaurants. The festivities continue with after-parties and restaurant specials at Cheers, Dick’s Last Resort, Ned Devine’s and Wagamama. 

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Experience Mardi Gras right here in Boston and come celebrate Fat Tuesday at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. For more information on the event please visit the Faneuil Hall Marketplace event website.  

 

Follow the festivities on Twitter #FHMardiGras and @FaneuilHall

             

Who:    Hot Tamales band

               Salt from the Karson and Kennedy Show on Mix 104.1 FM

               Cheers Boston

               Dick’s Last Resort

               Ned Devine’s

               Wagamama

 

When:  2:00-5:00 pm- Float Decorating with Faneuil Hall restaurants

5:00 pm - Mardi Gras Procession and announcing of restaurant winner

5:30 pm - After-parties and specials at participating Faneuil Hall restaurants

 

Where: Faneuil Hall Marketplace – West End

               4 South Market Street

               Boston, MA

 

About Faneuil Hall Marketplace

Faneuil Hall Marketplace is one of the nation’s premiere retail destinations combining a rich history with innovative retail concepts. The cobblestone streets are lined with famous restaurants, ethnic food stalls and a wide variety of stores. Renowned for outdoor entertainment, Faneuil Hall has hosted many events and performances from acrobats and magicians to musicians and more. This one-of-a-kind marketplace has something for everyone and promises a memorable experience every time.

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