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Flambeaux are people who carry long torches, which light the way for float precessions. Flambeaux often will perform dances while twirling their torches for the crowds, graciously accepting tips along the way. The word derives…
Explore the termRefers to the side of the parade that you catch on. Neutral Ground side typically refers to being on the median side of the parade. In Orleans Parish parades, this is typically the drivers side.…
Explore the termrefers to the side of the parade that you are watching or riding on. You will be standing on the same side as the sidewalks. In Orleans Parish parades, this typically means you will be…
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