As we prepare for the 2022 Mardi Gras, Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue has some important information to share with our community partners about this year’s Mardi Gras parades. Krewe of Shaka – 2-20-22 @ 12:30 PM Krewe of Ambrosia – 2-20-22 @ 2:00 PM
What are the parade routes in Thibodaux this year?
THIBODAUX, La. (BRPROUD) — It’s almost time to let the good times roll in Thibodaux! Police Chief Byran Zeringue shares this year’s parade routes schedule along with safety tips. The Krewe’s of Shaka, Ambrosia, Cleophas & Chronos will all start and end at Nicholls State University. Parades will start on Audubon Ave. at Afton St. proceeding north.
What is the Thibodaux police department doing for Mardi Gras season?
The Thibodaux Police Department will be assisted by other Law Enforcement Agencies during this Mardi Gras season, to help with logistical and safety measures. If alcohol is in your plans, please be sure to designate someone who is sober to be the designated driver.
Where will the 2022 Mardi Gras parades start and end?
As we prepare for the 2022 Mardi Gras, Thibodaux Chief of Police Bryan Zeringue has some important information to share with our community partners about this year’s Mardi Gras parades. The Krewe’s of Shaka, Ambrosia, Cleophas & Chronos will all start and end at Nicholls State University.
How many floats will roll through Thibodaux on Sunday?
The 252-member co-ed krewe will roll 22 floats through Thibodaux starting at 12:30 p.m. Sunday under the theme "Cleophas Does it Again." Cleophas is followed by the Krewe of Chronos.
What time is the parade today in Houma?
The Houma parade rolls on Sunday, Feb. 20, at 12:30 p.m. HOUMA, La. — The Krewe of Hyacinthians returns for 2022!
How many floats are in the Dionysus parade Slidell?
18 floatsThe 350+ member krewe parades with around 18 floats, including 11 double-deckers. The king and queen are chosen at the Coronation Ball from the krewe's maids and members of the King's Club.
What time is parade in Slidell today?
The Slidell parade is set to take place on Saturday, Feb. 19, at 6:30 p.m. SLIDELL, La.
How many miles is the Slidell parade route?
Walking Parade Slidell's Krewe for Canines donates any proceeds from its Olde Towne, one-mile marching parade to various local animal-loving non-profit organizations. You and your pup can dress to match the parade theme (to be announced), decorate a wagon, stroller or cart, and stock up on the throws!
How many floats are in the Slidell parade?
The parade goes north up Pontchartrain Drive (Hwy 11) before turning right on Gause Boulevard. The parade ends at the corner of Gause and Kensington Boulevard. Founded in 1985, the Krewe of Dionysus features more than 350 members riding 18 floats.
What does Dionysus represent?
In Greco-Roman religion, Dionysus is a nature god of fruitfulness and vegetation, especially known as a god of wine and ecstasy.
Who is bacchas?
Bacchus was the Roman god of agriculture, wine and fertility, equivalent to the Greek god Dionysus. Dionysus was said to be the last god to join the twelve Olympians. Supposedly, Hestia gave up her seat for him.
Parade Routes
The Krewe's of Shaka, Ambrosia, Cleophas & Chronos will all start and end at Nicholls State University. Parades will start on Audubon Ave. at Afton St. proceeding north. Turn left onto Menard St. headed west. Turn right onto Canal Blvd. headed north until W.2nd St., then turn left onto W.2nd St. Proceed onto La.1 to Jackson St. South on Jackson St.
Parking Information
Chief Zeringue said Peltier Park will be open and the public is highly encouraged to take advantage of this area. We would like to remind our community partners that campers will be limited to parking lots only on Peltier Park Property/Grounds.
Mardi Gras Safety
Chief Zeringue reminds parents and adults to monitor their children closely during Mardi Gras parades. He urges adults not to put a child or themselves over the barricade to approach a moving float.
