Mardi Gras is only one month away, and while a trip to New Orleans may not be on your agenda, it’s still a perfect excuse to get your clients together for a festive event. Hosting a themed corporate event is also a great way to break from the regular happy hours that occur throughout the year. On top of that, after a tough winter Chicagoans are definitely ready for some bright and festive entertainment!
A corporate event may not be the first thing that pops into your mind when you think about Mardi Gras, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate.
Host an event at a festive venue for Fat Tuesday (Carnivale, anyone?)
Spruce up a cocktail event with beads, masks and other décor
Pick a venue with authentic New Orleans food or a Mardi Gras themed menu
Cater authentic New Orleans food to another venue and mix in an interactive experience (whirlyball, Headquarters Beercade etc.)
Hire a group to provide unique entertainment like acrobatics, masked performers, stilted servers and more
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