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Participants grease the poles at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans during the 55th annual Greasing of the Poles on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans will host its annual signature event the Greasing of the Poles at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 28. WHEN: The 55th annual Greasing of the Poles will be held on Friday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. WHERE: The Royal Sonesta New Orleans located at 300 Bourbon Street and via Facebook live-stream @RoyalSonestaNO. WHY: This is an ‘only in New Orleans’ experience not to Over the years, it has transformed into a celebrity-studded, music-filled spectacle that marks the official kickoff to Mardi Gras weekend. New Orleans songbird Robin Barnes will serve as master of ceremonies as Greasing contestants compete for the sought-after title of 2025 Greasing Champion. The Greasing of the Poles is considered by many to be the French Quarter’s official kickoff to Mardi Gras weekend. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans originated the ritual of greasing the building’s support poles as a practical means to deter overzealous revelers from shimmying up to the coveted balcony space. Mardi Gras weekend kicks off with greasing of the poles, parades, and Endymion preps Crowds gather along St. Charles Avenue as New Orleans prepares for the biggest Carnival weekend of the year Mardi Gras 2025. Who are the 2025 Greasing of the Poles contestants at Royal Sonesta New Orleans? by: Kenny Lopez. Posted: Feb 18, 2025 / 01:50 PM CST. Updated: Feb 28, 2025 / 10:38 AM CST. NEW ORLEANS — “Grease Y’a Later Alligator” was the theme of the 2025 Greasing of the Poles at the Royal Sonesta Friday, Feb. 28. The 55th annual event kicked off the weekend heading into Catch up quick: The Bourbon Street hotel started greasing its poles 55 years ago to keep overeager Mardi Gras revelers from climbing up onto its balconies. But over time, they've turned the tradition into competition. I'll be greasing alongside Fleurty Girl founder Lauren Haydel, food influencer Evelyn Bories and bounce king HaSizzle. One of us Greasing of the Poles in New Orleans kicks off Mardi Gras weekend. The ritual consists of community members greasing poles of the Royal Sonesta hotel in the French Quarter to deter revelers from climbing up to the coveted balcony space. Originating from ancient Roman festivals, Mardi Gras has evolved over centuries, blending cultural influences. The first recorded parade in New Orleans was in 1837, marking the beginning of a vibrant tradition. Today, Mardi Gras continues to captivate with parades, masks, and a festive atmosphere. The Greasing of the Poles is considered by many to be the French Quarter's official kickoff to Mardi Gras weekend. Join us in celebrating the 55th Annual Gre Greasing of the Poles in New Orleans kicks off Mardi Gras weekend. The ritual consists of community members greasing poles of the Royal Sonesta hotel in the French Quarter to deter revelers from “Greasing of the Poles” is a Mardi Gras tradition that happens the Friday before Fat Tuesday. The local celebrities put on a show as they grease the poles to keep revelers from climbing the A local business owner is this year's Mardi Gras pole greasing champion. Fleurty Girl proprietor Lauren Haydel won the 2025 edition of the Greasing of the Poles on Bourbon Street. To do so, she At Gray, our journalists report, write, edit and produce the news content that informs the communities we serve. Click here to learn more about our approach to artificial intelligence. “The Greasing of the Poles,” an annual tradition that takes place during Mardi Gras in New Orleans, may not be as well-known as some of the city’s other celebrations, but it’s undoubtedly A wild Mardi Gras tradition where balcony poles are covered in grease to prevent climbers.The ritual has changed from a safety first issue to a, well, sugges The Greasing of the Poles is considered by many to be the French Quarter’s official kickoff to Mardi Gras weekend. The Royal Sonesta New Orleans originated the ritual of greasing the building’s support poles as a practical means to deter overzealous revelers from shimmying up to the coveted balcony space. The Traveler Broads Kerry Maloney and Jessica Fender grease a pole during the 53rd Annual Greasing of the Poles at the Royal Sonesta in New Orleans, Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. The Greasing of the Poles event kicks off Mardi Gras weekend in Louisiana, a tradition spanning over 50 years. Held at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, staff coat balcony poles in grease to prevent eager revelers from climbing up to the coveted balcony space. Read more:
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