The Krewe of Pontchartrain Experience
The Krewe of Pontchartrain Mardi Gras experience is much more than just our terrific parade. The fun begins the thursday before Mardi Gras, and the parties continue through Saturday's parade and parties to Sunday's celebration luncheon. From the black-tie celebration of the ball Coronation Ball overlooking the Mississippi ... to the Captain's Coffee in the historic Pontalba courtyard ... to the Balcony Party at the famous Johnny White's bar on Bourbon Street ... to the celebration luncheon at world-renowned Galatoire's restaurant ...we've got Mardi Gras weekend covered.
Krewe of Pontchartrain’s 34th Annual Coronation Ball
The Riverview Room
600 Decatur Street
French Quarter
Thursday, February 12, 2009
7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Come celebrate the kick-off of the Krewe of Pontchartrain Mardi Gras experience at the 33rd annual Coronation Ball. The evening begins with our tableau, where we present King and Queen Pontchartrain XXXIV along with their court. Then, after a delicious buffet dinner, we dance the night away to the sounds of Jubilation!
You will need to purchase a ticket to this event.
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Captain’s Coffee
Courtyard
526 Saint Peter Street @ Jackson Square
Friday, February 13, 2009
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Spend the morning in the courtyard in the historic Pontalba apartments partaking in coffee and pastries.
(This event is included in the price of your membership).
Balcony Party
Johnny White’s Bar
718 Bourbon Street
Friday, February 13, 2009
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The party really gets started at this New Orleans landmark. Hang out on the balcony overlooking Bourbon Street throwing beads to the appreciative crowd.
(This event is included in the price of your membership)
Pre-Parade Breakfast – Morning of the Parade
Tipitina’s Uptown
Corner of Tchoupitoulas and Napoleon
Saturday, February 14, 2009
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Let’s get ready to roll! We meet at world-famous Tipitina’s for breakfast, to put on our costumes, and to load and board the floats!
(This event is included in the price of your membership).
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Krewe of Pontchartrain Parade
Saturday, February 14, 2009
1:00 p.m.
You're now in your costume on your float, rolling down Napoleon Avenue. The crowd is in a frenzy, screaming Throw me something and doing their best to convince you to throw them a bead. You try to throw to everyone, but there are just too many people. You make the turn on to St. Charles Avenue. The band is playing, and the crowd is dancing to the music. You're throwing as fast as you can to the eager throngs of parade-goers, from kids on ladders to great-grandparents, all with arms raised and with one goal - to catch the beads you're throwing. You roll down St. Charles Avenue, through the Central Business District, and turn on to world-famous Canal Street, in the heart of the city, for an exciting finish to a fantastic ride.
After-Parade Party – Immediately following the Parade
Tipitina’s French Quarter
235 North Peters Street
Saturday, February 14, 2009
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
After the ride, enjoy great food and an open bar while jammin’ to the sounds to our DJ. This is a great way to wind down after a thrilling ride down St. Charles Avenue and Canal Street.
(This event is included in the price of your membership).
Celebration Luncheon
Galatoire’s Restaurant
209 Bourbon Street
Sunday, February 15, 2009
11:30 a.m.
Wind up the festivities with lunch at one of New Orleans’ most famous restaurants.
(You will need to purchase a ticket to this event).