mississippi gulf coast mardi gras parade schedule 2022

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When was the first Krewe parade?

In 1908 , the Gulf Coast Carnival Association was the first Krewe to parade on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with 17 floats.

What do the krewes throw on the floats?

Mardi Gras is an exciting season that includes elaborately decorated floats with carnival krewes throwing "treasures" (trinkets like beads, stuffed animals, cups, doubloons, Moon Pies and more) to eager parade-goers. "Throw Me Something Mister" is a familiar phrase yelled out to the carnival "Krewes" on the floats as they pass by hoping to "scoop" up some Mardi Gras fun.

Krewe of Neptune announces first royal court in two years

After the pandemic canceled 2020, the coast krewe is excited to get back to the brand of revelry they do best.

Recycle your old Mardi Gras beads at Mississippi Aquarium

Beads can be dropped off in front of the Mississippi Aquarium ticket window every day between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m through April 2.

Krewe of Neptune announces Grand Marshal for Biloxi night parade

Up-and-coming country act and TikTok star to headline Neptunalia after serving as Grand Marshal.