You don’t have to be in the French Quarter or Bourbon Street to celebrate Mardi Gras, but having the right Mardi Gras party favors can certainly help get you into the carnival spirit. If you find yourself on a tight budget this year, you might be searching for some cheap Mardi Gras favors for your party. That is just one of the many great things about celebrating Mardi Gras. There is such a variety of cheap favors from which to choose.
If you have the urge to celebrate this year, but don’t want to spend much cash, then here are some cheap Mardi Gras favors that might work for your party.
Beads – Mardi Gras just wouldn’t feel like Mardi Gras without the beads.Big beads, little beads, shaped beads, lighted beads, medallions, even flashing, sound making beads. They’re all fair game when it comes to cheap Mardi Gras party favors. While the fancier, more intricate beads can be a bit expensive, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to beads that will work as cheap Mardi Gras favors.
Masks – If you want to add a little mystery to your Mardi Gras party, consider buying some fun masks to be used as cheap Mardi Gras favors. You could even save a couple of bucks if you have the time and make your own Mardi Gras masks. Make sure you don’t overspend on this party favor though. While there are a variety of pricey masks, there are plenty of cheap masks as well. Check spots like Oriental Trading Company or Factory Card & Party Outlet for some cheaper options. Remember, you don’t necessarily have to get fancy and spent a bunch of money to have a good time.
Hats – Hats can be another super-cheap party favor that can add that touch of Mardi Gras style to your event. Getting your Mardi Gras party guests outfitted and ready to party with a variety of classic Mardi Gras headpieces might sound a little expensive, but you may be surprised at what you can get for relatively cheap prices when it comes to your party-time headgear.
Glow sticks / bracelets / necklaces – If you’re looking for something a little more exciting than masks and hats to enhance the Mardi Gras party atmosphere, you might consider some glow-in-the-dark style items. Whether you go with glow sticks, bracelets, beads or necklaces, these budget-friendly Mardi Gras favors can be fun for kids and adults alike!
Something for the kids (the small kids — not the big ones!) – While most of the items on this Mardi Gras party favor list can be fun for the kiddies to play with, you might want to pick out some special favors just for the youngsters. Consider a few stuffed animals for them to hang on to and remember the occasion by. Who knows, they might be the only ones at the party who actually end up remembering it!
