The Krewe of Nereids is the oldest Mardi Gras Krewe on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. In mythology, Nereids are sea nymphs (or female spirits of the sea), the 50 daughters of Doris and Nereus. There are more than 50 mermaid sisters in the Krewe of Nereids. Near and dear to us are the men and other non-members who are part of our family. Nereids, Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our crew, participants and guests of the masquerade ball, and entrants and parade-goers of the annual parade, and their families, and to volunteers, subcontractor, and vendors working with or on behalf of the crew. Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras Ball Tableau Saturday, February 8, 2025 (8:00 PM - 11:59 PM) (CST) Description. You're invited to join in the fun with an elaborate music Set beneath the mermaid emblem of the krewe and a tableau tapestry depicting Bourbon Street revelry, Nereids really puts its own sense of individual performance on as a central element of the ball, with individual song and dance numbers integrating friends and family of the krewe, and, of course, the members themselves taking the show. Krewes, walking groups, bands, and more are welcome to participate in our 57th annual Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras parade which will run down Highway 90 in Waveland, MS on Sunday, February 23, 2025. For more information, please explore our documents below. Mardi Gras Scholarship Ball. Lake Terrace Convention Center; Feb. 28 @ 7:00 p.m. General Admission: $25, VIP: $75 57th Annual Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras Parade. Highway 90; Feb. 23; Diamondhead. There are more than 50 mermaid sisters in the Krewe of Nereids. The Annual Ball is a magical evening of fun, entertainment, and majesty in the tradition of the original New Orleans Mardi Gras Krewes. The Krewe of Nereids is an all women Mardi Gras organization devoted to giving back to the community. •The 57th annual Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras Tableau Ball (strictly formal) will be held at 8 p.m. at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, 2350 Beach Blvd., Biloxi. Free, but tickets are required for entry. Annual Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras Parade Tuesday, March 4, 2025 (10:00 AM - 2:00 PM) (CST) Description. The rescheduled parade will follow the old route. You're invited to join in the fun with the presentation of 2024 royal court and beautiful tableau, and then afterwards, enjoy a wonderful dinner and dance. Strictly Formal Attire - evening floor length gown & tuxedo required.. No charge for viewing the Ball tableau. Supper Dance $100/ea . For tickets or additional information e-mailsupperdance@thekreweofnereids.com. The 2025 Mardi Gras season is officially under way in Hancock County — the Krewe of Nereids and the Krewe of Kids are both scheduled to parade this weekend. The Krewe of Nereids will roll in Bay St. Louis and Waveland this Sunday, Feb. 23, beginning at noon. The Krewe of Kids in Bay St. Louis will Order of Billikins Mardi Gras Ball 2023. Feb. 3, 8 p.m. Biloxi Community Center 2023 Neptune Coronation Ball. 6 p.m. – 1 a.m. Mississippi Coast Coliseum King Neptune XXXVIII and Queen Venus XXXVIII will be crowned. Tickets provide access to open bar, and food platters will be available for purchase. Entertainment by Pop Fiction and Get Sideways. LOUIS: Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Lundi Gras Parade, 5:30 p.m. Bay St. Louis Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Parade Route for 2025 (WLOX) Tuesday, March 4 - Mardi Gras. BAY ST. LOUIS: Krewe of Real People Parade, 1 p.m. The Krewe of Real People Next Generation Parade Route for 2023 (WLOX) BILOXI: Gulf Coast Carnival Association Mardi Gras Parade Krewe of Nereids’ Origin and Mardi Gras Ball. In 1966, Waveland businesswomen Elaine Colson, Nancy Gex, Dot Markel, Claire Bourgeois, Gerry Blanchard, Kitty Mollere and Louise Lynch stood outside the Waveland Drugstore on Coleman Avenue watching a local St. Patrick’s Day parade pass by. Mardi Gras Ball: Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi @ 9 p.m. Sunday, January 21. Mardi Gras Brunch: The Camphouse in Diamondhead @ 11 a.m. Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball: Sunflower Ave in Drew @ 12 a.m. Saturday, January 27. 2024 Mardi Gras Parade: Downtown Yoga in Ocean Springs @ 1 p.m. A girl catches a headband during the Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras parade on Highway 90 in Bay St. Louis on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023. with parades and Mardi Gras balls the highlights of the Mardi Gras Scholarship Ball; Lake Terrace Convention Center; Feb. 28 @ 7:00 p.m. General Admission: $25, VIP: $75 57th Annual Krewe of Nereids Mardi Gras Parade; Highway 90; Feb. 23; Diamondhead. Krewe of Nereids Mar 02, 2025. Help us welcome the Krewe of Nereids in Golden Meadow Sunday night! Join us in saying 'Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler!' and enjoy a variety of floats, entertainment, and Mardi Gras beads for the whole family! Mardi Gras or Carnival season actually begins on the 12th night. 12 days after Christmas. A Christian holy day. Many Krewes schedule festive balls for the 12th night celebrations. Most Mardi Gras parades are usually scheduled within two weeks of Fat Tuesday. In 2025 Fat Tuesday is March 4. Here is a list of your 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule for the Mississippi Gulf Coast. If you don’t see your parade listed here, please email us at news@wxxv25.com and we will add it to the lineup. Jan. 4 2 pm — King’s Parade, Main Street, Moss Point Jan. 25 1:30 pm — Krewe of Waggus Mardi Gras Pet Pawrade, Pass Christian
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