Mardi Gras on the Northshore
New Orleans may have the flashy reputation, but they throw some wild parties across the bridge, too.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
From raucous revelry, to family-friendly fun, to pooch parades, the folks of the Northshore in Slidell, Mandeville, Covington, and beyond have plenty of festivities to celebrate Carnival without ever having to cross the Causeway. When making your Mardi party plans, please remember to verify routes and schedules at individual parade sites and Facebook pages, or at visitthenorthshore.com, just in case any changes have been made.
January 30
Mystic Krewe of Titans: The Mystic Krewe of Titans will roll with an appropriately enchanting theme "Magic, Myths & Miracles." Parade begins at Fritchie Park at 6:30 pm. visitthenorthshore.com.
January 31
Krewe of Bilge: The Northshore's marine-Mardi Gras, the boats of the Krewe of Bilge travel down the waterways of Slidell, starting at the Marina Cafe and ending at Art and Vicky's The Dock. Noon. kreweofbilge.com.
Krewe of Poseidon: Themed "The World is Your Oyster,” this year’s parade will feature around over 700 riders and at least twenty-five floats, beginning at the intersection of Berkley Street and Spartan Drive in Slidell. 6 pm. poseidonslidell.com.
February 1
Krewe of Pearl River Lions Club: Join the town of Pearl River to celebrate the season with floats, the Pearl River High School Band, dance groups, cheerleaders, local clubs, churches, and families. 1 pm starting at the Pearl River Town Hall on Willis Alley. louisiananorthshore.com.
Krewe of Antheia: Celebrating the goddess of flowers, swamps, bayous, and friendship, the all-female Krewe of Antheia will roll through Slidell for the fourth year. 1 pm. louisiananorthshore.com.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
February 6
Krewe of Omega: See the regal King Brandon Phares and Queen Renee Donewar when they roll through the streets of downtown Hammond as monarchs of the Omega parade. 6:30 pm. kreweofomega.org.
Krewe of Eve: It began with six women, and now has close to five hundred members (who wear elaborately decorated sweatshirts). With beautifully decorated Blaine Kern floats, this parade begins at the intersection of Ashbury Drive and Highway 190 in Mandeville and ends on the West Causeway Approach at its intersection with North Causeway Boulevard. 7 pm. kreweofeve.com.
February 7
Krewe of Tchefuncte: Cruising down Madisonville's Tchefuncte River, this boat parade celebrates maritime life on the historic river. Noon. kreweoftchefuncte.org.
Krewe of Push Mow: A group of artists in Abita Springs decided it would be a hoot if they decorated lawn mowers for a parade (spoiler alert: it is). 12:30 pm starting at Abita Springs Recreation District 11. mardigrasneworleans.com.
Krewe of Olympia: The oldest parade in St. Tammany, King Zeus’ identity is kept secret until the parade, which starts on Columbia Street. 6 pm. kreweofolympia.net.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
February 8
Krewe of Dionysus: Named for the Greek God of wine and "inspired madness", Slidell's first all-male krewe will set out at 1 pm at the intersection of Spartan Drive and Highway 11. kreweofdionysus.com.
February 13
Krewe of Selene: Slidell's only all-female krewe tosses out one-of-a-kind hand-decorated purses. Rolls at 6:30 pm starting at Spartan Drive and Highway 11. kreweofselene.net.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
February 14
Krewe of Bush: The Northshore community of Bush hosts its own family-friendly parade featuring trucks, boats, horses, and more. 9 am. mardigrasneworleans.com.
February 16
CMST Kids Krewe Parade: Celebrate Carnival with the Children's Museum of St. Tammany Kids Krewe Parade on Lundi Gras. Secure your spot by registering your wagon and join the festive procession. 11 am. cmstkids.org.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
February 17
Covington Lions Club: Keep an eye out for The Ride of the Brotherhood on motorcycles, along with the Shriners in buggies and Saints Super Fans. The parade begins at North Jefferson Ave. and North Columbia St. at 9:15 am. visitthenorthshore.com.
Krewe of Kidz Wagon Parade: For its fifth year, more than 100 little walkers toting their wagons will roll through Old Towne at 10 am. The parade begins in the parking lot behind KY's Restaurant. visitthenorthshore.com.
Krewe of Bogue Falaya Mardi Gras Parade: Celebrate Mardi Gras Day on the Northshore with the Krewe of Bogue Falaya. This is a vibrant parade rolling after the Covington Lions Club parade, featuring 600+ members, 20 traditional Mardi Gras floats, marching bands, walking groups, horses, and costume contests with prizes, promises a day of family-friendly festivities. visitthenorthshore.com.
Mystic Krewe of Covington: Founded in 1951, the Mystic Krewe of Covington—the city's oldest—will roll right after the Krewe of Bogue Falaya parade. visitthenorthshore.com.
Carnival in Covington: Mardi Gras After Party: Following the Krewe of Bogue Falaya Mardi Gras Parade, the City of Covington hosts a lively party at the Covington Trailhead from Noon–4 pm, featuring live music, food trucks, and more. visitthenorthshore.com.
Krewe of Chahta: Named for Chahta-Ima High School, this Lacombe parade will roll at 1pm, featuring floats, marching units, cars and horse groups. visitthenorthshore.com.
Krewe of Folsom: An eclectic parade invites all to join in on the fun with the citizens of Folsom. 2 pm. Begins at Magnolia Park on the corner of Olive Street and Garfield Street. mardigrasneworleans.com.
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Mardi Gras on the Northshore
February 22
Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie Parade: Celebrate more than 40 years of Slidell's original marching club, the Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie, as they shimmy, dance, and boogaloo through Olde Towne Slidell. The parade invites everyone to join the festivities, whether as a member, flambeaux torch bearer, sponsor, or costumed viewer. With the route starting and ending at KY's in Olde Towne Slidell, this creative walking parade promises a family-friendly event filled with whimsical costumes, creativity, and, of course, MoonPies. Join the fun and express yourself with Mona. 7pm. visitthenorthshore.com.
Krewe of Mardi Paws: This dog parade in downtown Covington is a lot more bark than bite. This year's theme is "A Howliday Parade." 2 pm. mardipaws.com.
February 28
Krewe du Pooch: Dogs for days out on the Mandeville Lakefront with the theme “HOWLywood." Noon. krewedupooch.org.
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