Been there. As long as you stay inside the safe zone you’ll be fine.
Step beyond that area and your life is in danger.
Mardi Gras is all about booze booze booze and a few other unmentionable activities.
Thanks for the warning.....I always carry concealed and stay aware of my surroundings......LA is recipocal with GA for carry permits......
I’m not a big drinker but I love to people watch....Marti-Gras sounds like the ideal format.....