MARDI GRAS PARADE KREWES

Krewe of Barkus

The Krewe of Barkus is the only Mardi Gras krewe in New Orleans by and for the canine population. This Krewe was envisioned and created in November 1992 at a meeting of the Margaret Orr (WDSU-TV Weather Anchor) Fan Club held at Good Friends Bar. Thomas Wood brought his dog Jo Jo McWood to the meeting, where people complained about her neurotic ways. To get back at them all, Wood decided to make Jo Jo McWood queen of her own parade and captain-for-life. Thus, the Krewe of Barkus was born.

Interactive Parade Routes