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Hear that? The parade is coming! The Big E Daily Parade and evening Mardi Gras Parade circle the grounds, daily. Line the route and enjoy the procession of floats and marching bands, and catch a few beads as the parade travels by. Both parades come together for the Grande Mardi Gras Parade, Friday - Sunday.

Daily Parade Every afternoon, Big E contingents, marching bands, animals and more, are lead around the grounds by BiggiE, our mascot! Hear great music from bands and marching units and see the Hallamore Clydesdales, tiny pony hitches, costumed characters and more!

Mardi Gras Parade Weeknight evenings are extra special when the Mardi Gras Parade transforms the grounds into an authentic New Orleans celebration. See traditional floats, dazzling lights and costumes. Catch a few beads and dance to rockin' tunes!

Grande Mardi Gras Parade Celebrate BIG with us on Fridays and Saturdays when we combine the Daily Parade and Mardi Gras Parade into the Grande Mardi Gras Parade! Grab your friends and family for a little bit of NOLA style in New England.