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Well, they are exactly what they sound like - items that krewe members on floats throw to parade-goers as the floats pass by! Throws often include doubloons, beads, cups, homemade trinkets, toys and more! 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 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. In fact, Mardi Gras, aka Fat Tuesday, has a long history that predates the colonization of the U.S., and actually started in medieval Europe.In New Orleans, the celebration of Mardi Gras started The presents thrown are often colorful and festive, embodying the jubilant spirit of Mardi Gras. The Famous Beads of Mardi Gras. One of the most recognizable throws during Mardi Gras is the beads. Made of colorful plastic and often resembling gemstones, beads are a staple of the celebration. Types of Beads. While many assume all Mardi Gras As floats pass during parades for Mardi Gras in New Orleans, throngs of revelers stand as many as a dozen deep, flailing their arms and shrieking in hopes of scoring some plunder. 1 weather alerts There are a few different krewes that throw purses during Mardi Gras, but the most well-known is probably the Krewe of Muses. Muses is an all-female krewe that was founded in 2000, and they are known for their throws, which include purses, shoes, and lipstick. The History of Mardi Gras Throws in New Orleans Throws are said to have first appeared in New Orleans in 1837. Local newspaper the Picayune wrote that on Fat Tuesday of that year, masqueraders on foot “lavishly bestowed” upon spectators “sugar plums, kisses, oranges, etc.” Exactly 20 years later, in 1857, a group of men calling themselves the Mystick Krewe of Comus (coining the term Aaron Franklin,12, gets ready to hand down a prized spear gets ready to throw a coveted spear from the A&B Tire and Truck Services float Krewe of Good Friends of the Oaks Mardi Gras parade in Port 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 While the practice of throwing food at Mardi Gras parades may seem strange to outsiders, it is actually a long-standing tradition. The most common food items that are thrown during Mardi Gras parades are beads, candy, and doubloons (metal coins). However, anything edible can be fair game. So, why do people throw food during Mardi Gras parades? The first Mardi Gras was held by French settlers on March 3, 1699, in Mobile, Alabama, once the capital of the Louisiana territory. In the late 1820s, the custom of dressing in colorful costumes “The MoonPie became a staple throw in Mobile in the early 60s,” said Gulledge. “Members from a local ladies’ organization were in Chattanooga at a convention meeting and ran across some MoonPies, and thought they would make a great throw. The reasoning? They are soft and have some weight to them, so when the ladies’ tossed them, they With Rex, Zulu, doubloons, flambeaus, and king cake, Mardi Gras may sound confusing, but we’ve created the ultimate guide to help you understand all things Mardi Gras. Book your trip and head on down to New Orleans for the greatest and most historic celebration on earth. Consider them a Mardi Gras offering. Costumes Are Encouraged (and Sometimes Required) If you’re not in a wig, sequins, or at least a feather boa, are you even doing Mardi Gras right? And on Mardi Gras day wear a heavy coat, shorts, tank top and sneakers because the weather changes from winter wonderland to summer by noon.- Tamsy Kambi Each year, more than 1 million people descend on New Orleans for Mardi Gras, an organized parade of debauchery and alcohol-induced torpor where plastic beads are tossed as a kind of currency. The item that just might be Mobile’s hottest Mardi Gras throw of 2025 is taking people by surprise. When the Conde Cavaliers rolled on Valentine’s Day, kicking off Mobile’s parading season I never understood what MoonPies had to do with Mardi Gras and she explained that the Mardi Gras celebration began in Mobile, Alabama and they wanted a cheap snack to throw from the floats Orpheus (Monday before Mardi Gras): Known for creative floats and sought-after throws like four-foot stuffed dragons and custom-decorated tambourines. Zulu (Mardi Gras Day): Beloved for its unique throws, including the iconic hand-decorated coconuts. Rex (Mardi Gras Day): One of the oldest and most traditional parades, featuring a regal Krewe of Cleopatra 6:00 pm – The first super krewe to take the avenue during Mardi Gras, this all-women parade is known for throwing their signature glittered cups. With their theme “Cleopatra’s Greatest Hits” this year, expect some amazing music-themed creations to be handed out.
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