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Last year, the New Orleans City Council adopted several new rules for the 2025 Mardi Gras season to make routes safer and less congested. Several items, including portable toilets, tents and sofas These are some things to keep in mind while gearing up for Mardi Gras. Keep in mind that we list both informal guidelines here as well as a few actual rules – i.e. “laws.” The laws are meant to keep everyone safe and give everyone a fair chance of catching some good throws. Each Mardi Gras float that uses 120-volt fixed electrical wiring must register annually with the electrical division of the department of safety and permits and have an official annual electrical inspection sticker. (7) The annual fee for an inspection sticker is $10.00 per float. A “Krewe” is a group of people coming together to participate in the Mardi Gras Parade. Each “Krewe” should have a name. $75 (SMALL FLOAT) – A “Float” is a decorated motorized vehicle usually pulling a trailer. . $100 (TANDEM FLOAT) – A Tandem float is considered one float divided up into one or more sections In a move to make the sidewalks and neutral grounds along the parade routes less contentious during Mardi Gras parades, the New Orleans City Council has adopted a set of new rules for 2025. Tents, tarps (and all enclosures), sofas, scaffolding and viewing platforms are now banned, along with grills of all kinds and electric generators. CORRECTS MARDI GRAS DAY IS FEB. 21, 2023, NOT 2022 - Children on ladders vie for beads as the group rolls during the Krewe of Iris Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. Mardi The Second-Line and Mardi Gras Indian Cultural Preservation Task Force, designed to protect and preserve the cultural institutions of Second-Lining, Mardi Gras Indians, Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs and spontaneous funeral processions in New Orleans, shall be comprised of 11 members chosen by the criminal justice committee of city council and Definitions pertaining to Carnival season were added or amended, including "Element," which is now defined as, "any marching band, military bands, dance club, walking club, riding club, or dance troupe in a Mardi Gras float parade larger than a group of fifteen participants, not including chaperones, helpers, support vehicles, and public safety Krewe members are prohibited from throwing boxes, non-biodegradable paper streamers, and empty, single-use plastic bags for bulk items from floats. Open Flames. Open flames are prohibited at all times along the parade route. Gas or Diesel Generators. Gas or diesel generators are prohibited at all times along the parade route. Kern Studios, the world leader in float creation, has been a part of Mardi Gras history since 1932. Now the family-owned and operated business designs and builds floats for festivals and celebrations all over the world. become the property of Pensacola Mardi Gras, Inc. 22. PARADE FEES/DESCRIPTION. A “Krewe” is a group of people coming together to participate in the Grand Mardi Gras Parade. Each “Krewe” should have a name. $450 (FIRST FLOAT) – A “Float” is a decorated motorized vehicle usually pulling a trailer. Floats contain Understanding local rules is vital for a responsible and secure Mardi Gras experience. Non-compliance with Mardi Gras regulations can lead to fines, legal ramifications, and disruption of the festivities. Understanding Parade Routes and Areas. New Orleans comes alive during Mardi Gras with a multitude of parades winding through the city’s Mardi Gras Float Ride & Dine Experience. WHEN is the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience: Select Dates Feb. 1–Mar. 30, 2025; The time you select to eat will depend on when the Mardi Gras Parade starts that night. WHAT is the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience: Reserve a guaranteed spot on one of our spectacular Mardi Gras parade We welcome floats, walking groups, vehicles, marching bands, and other creative entries that align with the Mardi Gras spirit! Please review the guidelines in the application for more details. What is the entry fee? The entry fee varies based on the type of entry (e.g., float, walking group, vehicle). Krewe members are prohibited from throwing boxes, non-biodegradable paper streamers, and empty, single-use plastic bags for bulk items from floats. Open Flames Open flames are prohibited at all times along the parade route. Riding on a float in a Mardi Gras parade — bestowing coveted baubles into the outstretched hands of a jazzed crowd — can be quite a thrill. Fortunately for those with a yen to play Santa Claus, some parading krewes let outsiders join in the fun — for a price. Definitions pertaining to Carnival season were added or amended, including "Element," which is now defined as, "any marching band, military bands, dance club, walking club, riding club, or dance troupe in a Mardi Gras float parade larger than a group of fifteen participants, not including chaperones, helpers, support vehicles, and public safety The Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade is a one-of-a-kind celebration that brings the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras to the shores of the Gulf Coast. Founded in 2010, this family-friendly event takes place annually on the sandy beaches of North Padre Island, Texas, blending the lively traditions of Mardi Gras with the laid-back, barefoot lifestyle of Rules and Regulations 1. NO ONE is to be hanging over the side of the floats. 2. Each float sponsor should submit a list of the riders on their float at least one week prior to the date of the parade. 3. There will be absolutely no switching of riders on or off of floats during the parade. 4. No animals are allowed to participate in this parade. 5. 1. Choose Your Desired Parade & Float Combination! 2. Select the Pickup & Dropoff Location(only 1 choice for each) 3. Choose The Date Of The Parade (Only One Date)
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