2026 LWA Mardi Gras Event

We're excited to see everyone for our 17th annual Q1 Mardi Gras Event held Wednesday, February 11 & Thursday, February 12, 2026!

We're back again at the Four Points on Bourbon!

Wednesday, you will be able to get registered and pick up your wristband when you check in from 3 - 5 pm in the lobby. The Opening Reception Masquerade Party, will be held from 7:00 -10:00 pm. We will have our face painter back this year and set up from 5:30-7:30 pm!

Stay tuned to email blasts and our website for more information on the Lunch & Learn Thursday, beginning at 11 am. Following the lunch, Happy Hour is 3-6!

The telecom famous Balcony Networking Event is Thursday night from 7 - 10 pm on the 3rd Floor. Our Purple sponsors will have their rooms open and some beads to hand out for you to toss to spectators walking down Bourbon St!

Your all-inclusive ticket will get you in to all events or break it into social or speaker lunch only!

For questions, sponsorship opportunities or to volunteer, contact Heidi Nelson ([email protected]).

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