Mardi Gras News & Reviews – Tales From the Parade Route

Congrats to the Camelot Nation on their donations

Recently, The Camelot Nation, the Charitable arm of the Krewe of King Arthur, was able to donate to 2 different schools as part of the arts scholarship program. Camelot Nation and the Krewe of King Arthur have announced that they are awarding $20,000 to two…

picklescoop October 20, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

New proposal for additional fees for Krewes

Mardi Gras krewes could soon be paying considerably more to parade through the streets of New Orleans. A proposed overhaul of the city's Carnival parade permit fees advanced out of committee Monday morning and will now head to the full New Orleans City Council for…

picklescoop September 1, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

Bacchus Theme announced

Hail Bacchus! Bacchus has announced their theme for their 2027 parade. The theme will be "All Roads Lead to Bacchus". Floats will depict popular roadtrip destinations! Stay tuned for more details!

picklescoop August 21, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

NO Council to vote on additional rider fee to offset costs of Carnival

The proposed fee, capped at $45,000 per parade, would help close a $4 million gap between Carnival costs and city revenue. Carnival krewes could pay more to roll as the New Orleans City Council considers a tax of more than $800 for each parade float…

picklescoop August 21, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

Femme Fatale Queen crowned

Rayven Roberts will reign over the Carnival festivities of the more than 2,000 members of the Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale, crowned recently during the organization's annual Reveal Party. Serving as grand marshal will be restauranteur and community leader Arkesha Smith Baquet. "The Grand Tour:…

picklescoop August 20, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

Oshun to make history with first Asian American Carnival King and Queen

Congrats to Quoc and Amanda Nguyen, who will become the first Asian American king and queen to reign together over a New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe and parade in 2027. The Krewe of Oshun will make history in 2027 when their king and queen reign…

picklescoop August 18, 2026

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Changes to Carnival Ordinances

Recently, the City Council unanimously approved several major changes:designed to improve public safety, manage police staffing, and reduce overtime costs. The primary changes taking effect for the upcoming Carnival seasons are structured below. New Orleans Route and Schedule Changes Earlier Start Times: Several high-profile parades…

picklescoop July 24, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews Parade Krewe

LIVE! from the Krewe of Okeanos

Tales From the Parade Route streamed live from atop the new SS Okeanos float in the Krewe of Okeanos on Sunday Feb 15, 2026. https://www.youtube.com/live/DcsVM6DZubM?si=tdM9aBOrOwPQYEmm

Picklescoop July 4, 2026

Mardi Gras News & Reviews Podcast

Countdown to King Cake

https://youtu.be/tBohetFo6ik In this episode, we talk about our upcoming event to bring in the Carnival season, Countdown to King Cake. Buy tickets today: http://www.countdowntokingcake.com RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/share/14LRxsfSPWe/ Follow us online: http://www.paraderoutetales.com http://www.facebook.com/paraderoutetales http://www.instagram.com/paraderoutetales http://www.twitter.com/paraderoutetale Intro music with permission from the artists: "Go To the Mardi Gras"…

picklescoop September 13, 2025

Mardi Gras News & Reviews Podcast

Parade Pal

In this episode, we chat with Adam, creator of the newest parade tracker app, Parade Pal. He explains the features of the app, his goals for the app and more! Tune in!Follow Parade Pal online!http://www.paradepal.iohttps://www.facebook.com/paradepalhttps://www.instagram.com/paradepalhttps://x.com/ParadePalhttps://www.tiktok.com/@paradepal https://youtu.be/1L_hVUKpatA

picklescoop December 5, 2024

Mardi Gras News & Reviews Podcast

Gentilly Games

In this episode, we chat with Hitch from Gentilly Games as we discuss his upcoming Mardi Gras based game, Geaux Parade!Follow Gentilly Games online!https://www.gentillygames.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557105211776https://x.com/GentillyGames https://youtu.be/FK9uNiXjEdo

picklescoop October 8, 2024

Mardi Gras News & Reviews Podcast

Krewes For Karnival’s First Responders

In this episode, we chat with Kellie Barnes from Krewes For Karnival's First Responders. We talk about their upcoming fundraiser event at Southport Hall, the history of the organization, and how you can participate. Tune in! To learn more about the event, visit http://www.krews4karnival.orghttps://www.facebook.com/KrewesForKarnival https://youtu.be/MzARxo13fvA

picklescoop September 25, 2024

Marching Group Mardi Gras News & Reviews Podcast

Rolling Elvi & Sassyracs Blood Drive 2024

In this episode, we chat with members of the Rolling Elvi and Sassyracs about their upcoming Blood Drive and Dance Showcase event on August 18, 2024 at Tipitina's. They fill us in on what to expect at the event, how to give blood towards the…

picklescoop August 13, 2024

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Mardi Gras 2023: Year in Review

We survived another year of Mardi Gras! Here's our recap of the year's events. https://youtu.be/fb3C68_ZUSo

picklescoop March 10, 2023

Mardi Gras News & Reviews

Tips for First Timers to Mardi Gras

Often in various Mardi Gras Facebook communities, you’ll see people asking questions about how to be prepared for a good time during the parades. Here’s some tips we can provide for out of towners.