[New Orleans, LA] — Politically correct, no. Socially acceptable, hardly. Family friendly, fuggedaboutit.
And that’s why we love it.
Krewe du Vieux’s 26th annual parade – among the first of many parades during Mardi Gras season – marched, strutted, and rolled through the French Quarter this past weekend in all its satirical, off-color, decadent glory.
The theme this year was “Crimes Against Nature,” and the sub-krewes, with colorful names like Mystic Krewe of Spermes, Drips and Discharges, and Seeds of Decline, didn’t disappoint.
Costumed revelers, mule-driven floats, and 19 brass bands contributed to the atmosphere of colorful, cacophonous chaos (in a good way, of course), in fulfillment of the Krewe’s mission, which is “dedicated to the historical and traditional concept of a Mardi Gras parade as a venue for individual creative expression and satirical comment.”
‘Nuff said. Check out the photos below and see for yourself.
(ADVISORY: some photos contain themes of an “adult” nature) (Duh!)
Krewe du Vieux official website: http://www.kreweduvieux.org/
I have always, always, always wanted to go to Mardi Gras… hopefully make it there next year! Looks like so much fun!
I’m sort of shocked there’s a crew dedicated to lewd. I was under the impression they’re all like that. (That’s what I think of when I think of Mardi Gras anyway. Debauchery at its finest! Which I’m not judging, btw. I don’t discriminate against fun in any shape or form! ;)
Courtney, since this will be my first Mardi Gras, I can’t speak that knowledgeably about it — but I think this parade (Krewe du Vieux) is a little more adult than most. I believe that on Mardi Gras day, however, the French Quarter is the best place to get your fill of debauchery.
Where have I been? Didn’t know about this lewd, but creative krewe. Would be so much fun to see in person. Nice pics, Glen!
Thanks Cathy. There are lots of Krewes in New Orleans, and there are all different types of parades.
Risque indeed! I don’t see any harm in the grown folks having a little fun that doesn’t involve the kiddies. Seems like a good time was definitely had by all. Is this an annual event?
Hi Renee, yes this was the 26th annual parade for Krewe du Vieux.
I agree, a little debauchery among consenting adults doesn’t have to be a bad thing!