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Krewe of Iris 11:00 am – The ladies of Iris are known for their fun & unique throws, like hand-decorated sunglasses and king cake babies. The krewe also throws an array of beads, cups, doubloons, and Iris-themed items. Krewe of Tucks 12:00 pm – This large parade with over 1800 members & 36 super-sized floats, is known to put on a party Krewe of Muses: An all-female krewe known for their signature shoe throws. 1. Krewe of Alla. Established: 1932 Membership: Approximately 500 male and female members Float Size: Parades with 22 floats Notable Features: Known for their hand-decorated genie lamp throws. The Krewe of ALLA is one of the oldest and most storied krewes in Carnival. The Krewe of Zulu crowns kings, often portrayed by well-known members of society. Louis Armstrong was the most famous Krewe of Zulu king back in 1949. Mardi Gras Indians. The Mardi Gras Indians are a secretive bunch – they don’t ever share their parade dates or routes in advance. For more than half a century, the Krewe of Bacchus has presented one of, if not the single, biggest spectacle of New Orleans Mardi Gras. From its massive membership roster, huge quantities of specialty throws, massive illuminated and animatronic floats, and world-famous celebrity monarchs, Bacchus is nothing short of one of Carnival's most epic Founded in 1983, the Krewe of Little Rascals is America's longest-running Mardi Gras krewe for children. Named after the famous group of kids from TV and film, the krewe patterns itself after adult Carnival clubs in the city with a pre-Mardi-Gras ball and parade. The Krewe was the visio read more » While sometimes used to describe the throw a krewe is most known for (for instance Zulu coconuts), anything with the name of the krewe on it is actually a signature throw. Tucks throws toilet paper (which can come in handy in a Fleur de Pee). Along with shoes, Muses throws makeup bags. The Krewe of Femme Fatale throws compacts and so forth. The most prized throws are the krewe's "signature throws." Zulu has it famous coconuts and many other krewes offer hand-decorated items including Muses shoes, Nyx purses, Alla genie lamps, Carrollton shrimp boots and the list goes on. The Mystic Krewe of Barkus and Krewe de Paws Yes, there are even Mardi Gras parades by and for your four-legged friends. If you’ve ever wanted to dress up ol' Snoopy as a burlesque dancer or Roy The Krewe of Zulu marched in Mardi Gras as early as 1901 and offers one of the most sought-after Mardi Gras throws — the Zulu coconut or the “Golden Nugget.” The earliest reference to the coconut appears to be about 1910. Super Krewes. Super krewes are known for their sheer scale and spectacle. Mardi Gras Throws Catch the spirit and the loot of carnival. For more than 130 years, Mardi Gras “throws” have been part of the fun of Carnival. Most Mardi Gras krewes have their own signature throws, and some spend all year decorating their coveted items. Bring a backpack or a pillowcase for your loot and, remember, no one goes away empty A new signature throw for Excalibur will be an 8-inch hand-decorated Dragon Egg and hand-decorated wooden shields. Excalibur rolls February 21 at 7 p.m. during Family Gras. Krewe of Paws. Mardi Gras has gone to the dogs! The Krewe of Paws will parade Saturday, February 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Olde Town Slidell. Orpheus (Monday before Mardi Gras): Known for creative floats and sought-after throws like four-foot stuffed dragons and custom-decorated tambourines. Zulu (Mardi Gras Day): Beloved for its unique throws, including the iconic hand-decorated coconuts. Rex (Mardi Gras Day): One of the oldest and most traditional parades, featuring a regal Every year, as winter fades and spring approaches, the streets of New Orleans explode with color, music, and celebration. Mardi Gras, the grandest festival in Louisiana, is famous for its parades, beads, masked revelers, and deep cultural traditions. Le Krewe d’État (Founded 1996) – A newer krewe that upholds the secrecy and satire of traditional Mardi Gras, d’État is known for its irreverent themes and hidden membership. For many of these krewes, the real celebration happens behind closed doors at their grand masquerade balls, where only invited members and select guests can attend. Mardi Gras in New Orleans is often recognized as the “greatest free show on Earth,” each year drawing out millions of residents and visitors to the city to contribute almost one billion dollars to the local economy. It showcases our city’s incredibly unique culture & beauty through various forms of craft, tradition, spectacle, and New Orleans is the most famous city for Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States, but Mobile, Alabama, claims to have the oldest annual Carnival celebration in the country, dating back to 1703. Mardi Gras Traditions. Mardi Gras is known for its unique and lively traditions. The krewe is generous with their throws as they toss more than 15 million throws along the parade route. Endymion is one of the premier parades during Mardi Gras so don’t miss this opportunity. 5. You’ll also see Krewe of Iris, the oldest all-female Krewe, and Krewe of Tucks, known for its satiric humor (think toilet-themed floats) and fun throws. A Note About Super Bowl 2025 You should also note that there are no Mardi Gras parades on the weekend of February 7 – 9, 2025, due to New Orleans hosting Super Bowl LIX . Though everyone has their own personal favorites, let's take a look at some of the most wanted Mardi Gras throws on a scale of "must have" to "nice to have." [Image by Robert Witkowski] Krewe of Zulu . Coconuts. Mardi Gras veterans go cuckoo for coconuts. These hand painted, drained, and shaved coconuts are a historic Mardi Gras throw. Dating A new signature throw for Excalibur will be an 8-inch hand-decorated Dragon Egg and hand-decorated wooden shields. Excalibur rolls February 21 at 7 p.m. during Family Gras. Krewe of Paws. Mardi Gras has gone to the dogs! The Krewe of Paws will parade Saturday, February 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Olde Town Slidell.
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