On the Tuesday before our parade, we take a leisurely stroll down the route and unapologetically hit up local businesses for cash during our annual “Shakedown” event. The following brave establishments ponied up and played along. Please return the favor and spend your money with them.
The Krewe du Vieux is a non-profit organization dedicated to the historical and traditional concept of a Mardi Gras parade as a venue for individual creative expression and satirical comment. It is unique among all Mardi Gras parades in the city because it alone carries on the old traditions of Carnival celebrations, by using decorated mule-drawn floats with satirical themes, accompanied by costumed revelers dancing in the streets to the sounds of jazzy street musicians. We believe in exposing the world to the true nature of Mardi Gras—and in exposing ourselves to the world.
Email: info@kreweduvieux.org