The economic impact of the 2023 Mardi Gras celebration was $891 million, according to a new study.
"The economic impact of Mardi Gras continued to grow as the local and national economy was expanding," Weiss told Business Insider.
"You can see that when you see non-locals walking around with Mardi Gras beads in July.
Additionally, business conventions that come to the city throughout the year still want the Mardi Gras experience and add to the city's financial boost by putting on mini Mardi Gras events, Weiss said.
Additionally, out-of-town visitors are believed to have spent more than $140 million during Mardi Gras, including $84 million on lodging.
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