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Big Carnival weekend kicks off with parades across the region

Cooler temps and storm threat won’t stop the revelry

NOPD granted discretion on enforcing parade route ban on tarps, tents and sofas
By Olivia Vidal

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The biggest parade weekend of the Carnival season so far gets underway Friday (Feb. 14) night, with revelers gearing up for a packed schedule of processions from the French Quarter to Slidell.

As thousands prepare for the parades, the Fox 8 Weather Authority team is keeping an eye on the forecast.

A strong cold front is set to move through Louisiana this weekend, bringing gusty winds and the potential for severe storms, including damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes.

Afternoon weather update for Friday, Feb. 14

Despite the storm threat, the festivities roll on.

Eleven krewes will parade through various parts of the metro area, with Friday’s lineup including the Krewe of Titans in Slidell and the Krewe Boheme in the French Quarter and Marigny.

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Parade Schedule: What to Expect This Weekend

  • Friday Night:
    • Krewe of Titans in Slidell (6:30 p.m.) – Theme: “Be My Valentines”, featuring bands from Edna Karr and St. Augustine, plus the Mande Milkshakers.
    • Krewe Bohème in the Marigny & French Quarter (7 p.m.) – Starts at Mandeville and Decatur.
  • Saturday:
    • Krewe du Vieux in the French Quarter (6:30 p.m.) – Known for satirical, adult-themed floats and adult humor.
    • Krewe of Bilge in Slidell (Noon) – Parade along the waterways.
    • Krewe of Poseidon in Slidell (5 p.m.) – 750 riders starting at Berkley and Spartan Drive.
  • Sunday:
    • Krewe of Little Rascals in Metairie (Noon) – The region’s longest-running children’s parade.
    • Krewe of Nefertiti in New Orleans East (1 p.m.) – Featuring 200 female riders.
    • ‘tit Rex in the Marigny (4:30 p.m.) – Features miniature shoebox floats.

Your Carnival Authority: 2025 Carnival parade schedules, times, routes

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Bacchus Prepares for Shaq’s Reign as King

The Krewe of Bacchus, which rolls March 2, is finalizing float preparations, with NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal set to reign as king. Bacchus is honoring Louisiana’s fairs and festivals this year, with themed floats ranging from the Louisiana Renaissance Festival to the Independence Sicilian Festival.

Bacchus showcases signature floats

Signature throws will match the floats, including specialty beads, socks, and the highly coveted Shaq basketballs. Bacchus is also increasing efforts to make throws more sustainable this year.

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