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The Krewe of Bacchus holds its parade on the Sunday before Mardi Gras Day, drawing crowds of several hundred thousands every year. After travelling through the streets of New Orleans with its massive floats, marching bands, and ceremonial escort groups it ends up inside the Convention Center for their black-tie Rendezvous party of over 9,000 The annual Krewe of Bacchus Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans just named its crowned big star king for 2025, and 'big' is an understatement, considering the star is an inch over 7 feet tall. The Krewe of Bacchus is an organization founded in 1968 by Owen Brennan, Jr. [1] [2] as one of the first modern "superkrewes," defined by their size, spectacular floats, and celebrity riders. It is named for Bacchus, the Roman god of wine. Bob Hope as King of Bacchus in 1973. Bacchus was the first krewe to have celebrities appear as part of the Sunday March 2nd the evening NOLA.com Mardi Gras for All Y'all Parade Cam broadcast, sponsored by NewOrleans.com, will begin at 5:15 p.m. CST. This stream will include Krewe of Bacchus. Facebook SHAQUILLE O’NEAL TO REIGN AS BACCHUS LVI. Shaquille O’Neal will reign as Bacchus LVI on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The former LSU Tiger and four-time NBA champion, successful businessman, in-demand sports analyst, media personality, recording artist, DJ and humanitarian will be throwing miniature basketballs as well as King’s doubloons and cups. Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. King Cakes; Bead Art; Mardi Gras Packages; PHOTOS & VIDEOS. Krewe of Bacchus 5:15pm view map ; NEW ORLEANS — NBA legend, and celebrity, Shaquille O’Neal has been named the Krewe of Bacchus’ monarch in its 2025 Mardi Gras parade, bringing his towering 7-foot-1 frame and larger-than Shaquille O’Neal shares his excitement about leading Bacchus 2025, honoring Louisiana roots, and tossing exclusive throws during the Mardi Gras parade. of these coming off the king's float. Some may know him as "The Diesel" "Shaq Daddy" or "Big Fella" but in New Orleans we will call him King Bacchus for 2025. 2025 St. Charles Parish Mardi Gras parade schedule 2025 Thibodaux Mardi Basketball superstar Shaq will be king of New Orleans' Bacchus Mardi Gras parade in 2025 Clue: There’s a big tiger float and the LSU band too. BY DOUG MACCASH | Staff writer. Doug MacCash. Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival. The Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival will be back on Saturday, February 1 at New Orleans Federal City in Algiers. Entertainment will include Brass-A-Holics, Amanda Shaw, The U.S. Marine Reserve Jazz Band and more. The parade starts at 9 a.m. and the Festival begins at 10 a.m. This year’s Bacchus parade will have basketball star Shaquille O’Neal reigning as its celebrity monarch, but with O’Neal being over 7-feet tall, Bacchus needed a bigger throne. The Krewe of Bacchus holds its parade on the Sunday before Mardi Gras Day, drawing crowds of several hundred thousands every year. After travelling through the streets of New Orleans with its massive floats, marching bands, and ceremonial escort groups it ends up inside the Convention Center for their black-tie Rendezvous party of over 9,000 Getty Actor and comedian Will Ferrell tosses beads and doubloons to fans as he reigns as King of Bacchus in the 2012 Krewe of Bacchus Parade on Feb. 19, 2012, in New Orleans. NEW ORLEANS — The 2025 Carnival season kicked off on January 6, and the Krewe of Bacchus is set to roll on Sunday, March 2, at 5:15 p.m. The parade starts at the corner of Napoleon Avenue and Each Bacchus King Cake shipping package includes more than just a delicious dessert. You’ll receive a set of three Bacchus doubloons, signature Mardi Gras beads in purple, green, and gold, a commemorative Bacchus cup, a festive Mardi Gras mask, and a king cake baby—perfect for celebrating the spirit of the Krewe of Bacchus. 2025 Check List > Bacchus 2025 .999 Fine Silver King New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe Doubloon Bacchus 2025 .999 Fine Silver King New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewe Doubloon $0.01 Question: What famous father and son were each crowned King Bacchus at New Orleans Mardi Gras? Answer: Alan Thicke and Robin Thicke Question: When was the earliest known carnival celebration? Named after the god of wine and presenting a celebrity King, Bacchus brings fun and revelry to the streets of New Orleans. Over a million strings of beads will be thrown from the festive floats. For all of the Mardi Gras parades, you'll have a commanding comfortable view from our grandstand seating in the 500 block of St. Charles Avenue. "In 1969 Bacchus broke with New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions and announced that a national celebrity would King of Bacchus Val Kilmer greets the crowd as his float rolls up Napoleon Avenue in
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