Don't Worry Honey, I Live Here: How Locals Celebrate Mardi Gras(2006)

Documents the loose, spirited & funky vibe that pulses through local Carnival traditions.

Don't Worry Honey, I Live Here: How Locals Celebrate Mardi Gras is a documentary that captures New Orleans musicians sharing intimate memories of Carnival traditions rarely seen by tourists. Filmed between 2001 and 2003, the film ventures beyond the famous parades and French Quarter crowds to reveal the authentic rituals and cultural practices that define Mardi Gras for locals. Through conversations with legendary musicians, the documentary uncovers the heart of the celebration—the neighborhood traditions, family customs, and musical heritage that have sustained the Carnival spirit for generations. It's an insider's portrait of how New Orleans residents truly experience their most iconic festival, grounded in the voices and stories of those who live the culture year-round.