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Official 2018 Invitation to Mardi Gras

February 6, 2018 | News

At one time, Rex posted colorful posters in train stations and elsewhere all over the country, inviting people to come celebrate Mardi Gras in New Orleans “under the Joyful Carnival Banner.&rdqu… » Read More

The News from Orpheus

February 5, 2018 | News

On January 11, the Krewe of Orpheus named Keegan-Michael Key their Monarch for this year’s parade. Key is an actor, comedian, writer and producer known for his show Key & Peele with co-star Jord… » Read More

What's New with Endymion

February 5, 2018 | News

On Thursday, Feb. 1, the Krewe of Endymion announced that former Saint Steve Gleason will join players Alvin Kamara and Marshon Lattimore as special guest riders in their 2018 parade on Saturday, Febr… » Read More

Bacchus Celebrates 50th Anniversary

February 1, 2018 | News

Updated Feb. 9, 2018: The 50th Anniversary Bacchus Parade will roll on Sunday, February 11, 2018, with Academy Award-winning actor J.K. Simmons reigning as its celebrity monarch. Simmons was one of… » Read More

Mardi Gras Safety Tips

January 31, 2018 | News

The New Orleans Police want you to enjoy Mardi Gras 2018. With that in mind, remember these "common sense" rules for safety: Don't keep your money out for any longer than is necessary. You d… » Read More

New Orleans Launches New Safety Camera Network in Time for Mardi Gras

January 31, 2018 | News

The Good Times – and the Cameras – are Rolling In an effort to make the "Greatest Free Show on Earth" as carefree and safe as possible, a dozen cameras are now up along popular New Orle… » Read More

Tips for Catching Great Mardi Gras Swag

January 22, 2018 | News

Shouting "throw me something, mister" will probably catch you a pair of beads or four. But if you want the really great gets chances are you'll need to work a little harder. (Don't worry - you… » Read More

Tips for going to Mardi Gras parades in the rain

January 19, 2018 | News

It might just rain on your Mardi Gras parade so come prepared... 1 – Wear rain boots. Guys, if you don’t have rain boots, then wear some water resistance boots or tennis sho… » Read More

Zulu Spikes Up Mardi Gras

January 9, 2018 | News

Can you imagine getting a coconut from Spike Lee? It could happen. On January 9th, Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club's announced that the filmmaker would be their honorary celebrity grand marshal fo… » Read More

Chew on this: Chewbacchus Press Release

January 9, 2018 | News

Chewbacchus announces Multiple Mini-Chewbacchanals, Route Change, and Royalty The Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus returns for its eighth annual Mardi Gras parade on February 3rd, 2018! The… » Read More