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Toomey’s is 2nd to none for parade throws. You will find all kinds of trinkets and balls, stuffed animals, and light-up items that will thrill a crowd of all ages. Masks, decorations, party supplies, whatever you are looking for, you will find it here at Toomey’s Mardi Gras, where the spirit of carnival is celebrated all year. Our products 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. Parade-goers reach out for beads as the Krewe of Okeanos parades on the Uptown route in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. (Photo by Sophia Germer, The Times-Picayune) Get the best prices on Mardi Gras throws, beads, plush toys, light ups and Mardi Gras costumes, masks and apparel. Visit our Mardi Gras Superstore in Gretna, LA for a large selection of parade throws. Shop our store in Houma, LA. Serving the parade and carnival supply needs of greater New Orleans and Houma. Shop online for pick up, or shop our stores in Gretna and Houma. When we yell “Throw me something, Mister!” at Mardi Gras in New Orleans, we really mean “throw me something cool.” Unlike parades in other parts of the world where you just watch, Mardi Gras parades are an interactive activity and the better your booty haul at the end of the night, the better you consider the parade. Mardi Gras throws are strings of beads, doubloons, cups, or other trinkets passed out or thrown from the floats for Mardi Gras celebrations, particularly in New Orleans, the Mobile, Alabama, and parades throughout the Gulf Coast of the United States, to spectators lining the streets. The "gaudy plastic jewelry, toys, and other mementos [are Throw Dat is a fantastic source for an assortment of novelties, beads, and trinkets for Mardi Gras or St. Patrick Day Parades as well as glitter for so many different uses. Visit us at throwdat.com to check out our huge variety! 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 Throws will include special king medallions – both lit and unlit. They will also throw the Jugman Piggy Bank NOMTOC rolls Saturday, March 1 at 10:45 a.m. Iris. The Krewe of Iris is the oldest all-female krewe and, with 3,660 members, is the largest krewe in Mardi Gras history. Their zoo—influenced theme for 2025 is "Iris, They All Asked for Krewe of Rex 10:00 am – The King of Mardi Gras throws various custom collector’s items each year including medallion beads, doubloons, cups, plush. Krewe of Elks Orleans follows – The largest truck float parade, you are sure to rack up on items from their 4500 members spanning over 120 decorated trucks. The Mardi Gras calendar follows a specific schedule tied to religious traditions. These terms help you understand when things happen and why the timing changes every year. Fat Tuesday - The big day itself! Mardi Gras literally means "Fat Tuesday" in French. It's the final day of celebration before Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. Throws will include a special mystery throw which will be announced on the day of the parade, along with i decorated platters, helmets, capes, and beads. The Sparta/Phoenix parade begins Saturday, February 22 at 5:30 p.m. on the Uptown route. Bacchus Bash (March 2, 2025): Krewe of Bacchus throws a big all-day Mardi Gras block party on Super Sunday (the Sunday before Mardi Gras) featuring live music, DJs, and VIP open bar ticket options to celebrate their historic parade. Pricing ranges from $75-600. 755-A McRae Ave. Mobile, AL 36606 (251) 450-5012 Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm. Saturday - 10am - 5pm. Sunday - 12pm - 4pm. Get Directions Watch LPB's special feature on the history and future of Mardi Gras throws, produced in collaboration with staff from the Historic New Orleans Collection. Best Place to Buy Mardi Gras Beads Online & In Louisiana! We carry a huge selection of Heavy Doubloons, Plastic Swords, Bracelets, Clappers, Toys, Mardi Gras Trinkets, and Parade Toys for Mardi Gras. Toys & Trinkets - Throws | Mardi Gras Beads for Less Mardi Gras may be an ancient celebration but there's always some new to discover. As the krewes announce their 2020 themes, throws and celebrity monarchs and riders, we’ll post that information here. Check back frequently for the newest information. 755-A McRae Ave. Mobile, AL 36606 (251) 450-5012 Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm. Saturday - 10am - 5pm. Sunday - 12pm - 4pm. Get Directions About: Mardi Gras has always been great, even before the era of “too many” imported, disposable, plastic beads and trinkets. Grounds Krewe hopes to reverse the quantity over quality trend and reinforce that special connection between thrower and catcher with items that are functional, well designed, made from sustainable materials and promote Louisiana products and people. If you are throwing a Mardi Gras party, avoid the frustration of the piles and piles of disposable party cups scattered about. Custom Mardi Gras cups that are sturdy and reusable are the solution. That way, Mardi Gras cups personalized with the name of your event become a more sustainable alternative to hundreds of flimsy plastic cups.
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