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Turn Minneapolis into your personal Fat Tuesday parade on the Mardi Gras Party Trolley. Hop between bars, score free drinks and beads, and celebrate one unforgettable night on February 16th.
Turn Minneapolis into your personal Fat Tuesday parade on the Mardi Gras Party Trolley. Hop between bars, score free drinks and beads, and celebrate one unforgettable night on February 16th.
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Ride the Mardi Gras Party Trolley through Minneapolis, a rollicking Fat Tuesday tradition that turns city streets into a moving parade. This one-night-only experience leaves from 100 E 22nd St Minneapolis MN and runs a two-hour loop of lively bars where guests score a free drink at each stop, beads, and nonstop energy. If you’re in town for Mardi Gras and want a curated, social way to hit the best party spots without planning routes or cover fees, this is your shortcut to letting loose. The trolley itself is the star: a vintage-style coach converted for celebration, packed with sound, revelers, and a stash of classic Mardi Gras swag. Instead of bands and brass of New Orleans, the route routes through the neighborhoods of Minneapolis with a Midwest spin - local bars, neon lights, and crowds ready to trade beads. The format is simple and infectious: board with friends, collect your free drink tokens, and hop between participating venues. Organizers supply beads and themed props; bring anything you want to throw or wear. What makes this event special for Minneapolis is how it borrows Mardi Gras ritual and adapts it to a northern city’s nightlife architecture. It’s a chance to watch the urban fabric move - streets, storefronts, and bar interiors - under a streak of purple, green, and gold. The date - Fat Tuesday, February 16th - carries cultural resonance as the last big party before Ash Wednesday, so expect a crowd intent on celebrating hard and bright for one epic night. Practical details matter: the event is 21+ only and runs roughly two hours. Meeting point is specific: 100 E 22nd St Minneapolis MN. Bring ID, comfortable shoes, and a plan to get home safely - rideshares fill quickly after late-night events. This isn’t a quiet historical tour; it’s a high-energy, social bar-run with an emphasis on party logistics and shared experience. Whether you’re a visitor craving a condensed nightlife crawl or a local who wants the novelty of a moving parade, the Mardi Gras Party Trolley delivers a focused, memorable night. It’s not about scenic vistas or technical trails; it’s about people, music, and the ritual of celebration translated into a Minneapolis context. If your travel plans intersect with Fat Tuesday, this trolley transforms ordinary blocks into a single, loud, colorful route - one night only, and unapologetically fun. Tickets are sold for Fat Tuesday only, so plan ahead: purchase through the event referral link and arrive early to secure space and your drink tokens. Onboard music ranges from brass-inspired party tracks to pop anthems, and the crowd skews diverse - students, locals, and out-of-towners all mixing. Keep valuables close, follow staff instructions, and pace your drinks; the night is short but intense, and the best memories come from being present with friends.
Meet at 100 E 22nd St Minneapolis MN; check your booking confirmation for the exact check-in time on Fat Tuesday.
This event is 21+ only; a valid government-issued photo ID is required.
Each guest receives a free drink token at participating stops as stated in the listing; additional purchases are up to you.
The trolley is a covered vehicle, but severe weather may cause delays or cancellations—check the referral link or organizer messages for updates.
Yes, organizers provide beads and swag, and guests are welcome to bring additional Mardi Gras props and costumes.
Accessibility details were not provided in the listing; contact the operator via the referral link for specific accessibility questions.
Minneapolis Trolley Tours offers guided trolley experiences in Minneapolis, Minnesota aboard a restored Historic Trolley. Guests select themed trips that showcase music history, haunted locations, scenic city views, and interactive true-crime storytelling. The tour lineup includes: the Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour, the Candlelight Ghost Tour (with an optional Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade for an exclusive haunted mansion visit), the Narrated Scenic Tour, the Graveyard Ghost Hunt, and the True Crime Tour. Each trip runs from curated starting points in Minneapolis and uses guided narration and hands-on elements to present local stories and locations. The Narrated Scenic Tour lasts approximately 1.25 hours and travels through five districts that joined to form modern Minneapolis, with views of the Mississippi River that influenced the city’s growth and industry. The Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour highlights locations tied to PRINCE’s life and legacy and explores his influence on the local music scene. The Candlelight Ghost Tour features a knowledgeable narrator who shares eerie legends while guests travel aboard the Historic Trolley, and the Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade provides access to a haunted mansion. The Graveyard Ghost Hunt brings guests to a historic graveyard for a hands-on paranormal investigation using EMF readers and divining rods. The True Crime Tour engages participants as jury members who examine crime scene locations and analyze witness affidavits. Minneapolis Trolley Tours focuses on themed storytelling, period transportation, and interactive elements to deliver focused, memorable tours of Minneapolis.
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