Expect lavishly lit, segmented floats, celebrity riders, marching bands, and a hailstorm of beads during the marathon procession. The group takes its name from a bygone Carnival Club that marched from 1878 to 1898. The staff focuses on catering to each of their members, meaning if you want Sugarfish or In-N-Out, a simple request will have it ready in your suite. But due to the ongoing renovation of the sports arena, this year's Endymion parade will end in the Morial Convention Center. The Thoth parade's route was drastically changed in 2022. Only by approval of the President, or his or her authorized designee: social organizations with a documented business purpose, such as business, athletic, luncheon, sporting, airport, hotel clubs. West HollywoodJeff Klein (known for his storied Sunset Tower Hotel) opened San Vicente Bungalows in 2019 and famously told The New York Times that, Privacy is the new luxury. Perhaps the most hush-hush of local members-only clubs, SVB is the most strict on their no photos and no posting policy. The glittering line of monarchs has included legendary entertainers Danny Kaye, Bob Hope and Jackie Gleason; musicians Glen Campbell, Pete Fountain and Harry Connick Jr.; Hollywood icons, Charleton Heston, Nicolas Cage and Anthony Mackie; television stars Henry Winkler, William Shatner, and James Gandolfini; and athletes Hulk Hogan and Drew Brees. The club takes its name from Friar Tuck's, an Uptown New Orleans local gathering hole and pub, where two college students decided to create their own Carnival krewe after unsuccessfully trying to become white flambeaux carriers. The Krewe of Muses is no longer accepting applications for membership. The mostly female krewe was inspired by absinthe, a formerly outlawed liqueur favored by Belle poque artists, which is reputed to have hallucinatory properties. Look for collectible crawfish trays. (Dinah Rogers Photo). Take the private members elevator to the roof for stunning views of West Hollywood on one side and all the way to Downtowns skyscrapers on the other. Expect paper mache sexual allusions and political satire aplenty from this procession of costumed marchers, mule-drawn mini floats, and spirited brass bands. For more information visit the Muses website. The age-old costuming tradition symbolizes the interconnection of black and Native American cultures, the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club website. Established in 2008, the parade is a birthday party for the 15th-century, teenage warrior woman, who triumphantly led an army during the Hundred Years Warand later became the patron Saint of New Orleans. Saturday, Feb. 11, 3:30 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route. (Photo by Sophia Germer, NOLA.com, The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate), The Rex parade makes its way along St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans on Tuesday, March 1, 2022. Scholarly societies, such as the Modern Language Association or American Economic Association. The traditional, flambeaux-lit parade, which first rolled in 1981, is named for the mighty Greek warrior state. Saturday, Feb. 11, 6:15 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route. Annual dues start at $4,200. (Staff photo NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate), Mardi Gras season 2023 in New Orleans: Complete parade list with dates, times and all maps. The private terminal is located off the Imperial Highway to avoid LAX chaos and make traveling as easy and seamless as possible. Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus, the sci-fi themed Mardi Gras parade, changed their route this year and marched through the French Quarter for the first time. Look for the signature floats titled Super Grouper and Mr. Mudbug and occasionally celebrity grand marshals, such as composer Allan Toussaint, actor Red Buttons, baseball star Will Clark, singer Irma Thomas, and rocker Dee Snider. Tucks parade rolls on Saturday, March 1st. For the over 27 set, annual dues are $2,300 for a single club, and $4,000, not inclusive of taxes, for access to the more than 30 Soho Houses worldwide, except for the Malibu house. Two current member referrals are needed, plus an online application and a recent photo to confirm your identity. To give you an idea of what you could expect to pay for your yacht club membership, here are some numbers gathered from across the country: Yacht Club. For its first 12 years, krewedelusion, one of Mardi Gras' most eccentric, eclectic parades, followed immediately behind Krewe du Vieux through most of its trek on Saturday night,but in 2023 the parade was moved to Sunday. Saturday, Feb. 18, noon, St. Charles Avenue route. The Knights proudly adhere to old-time traditions including flambeaux lighting and floats with antique designs. $900. The latest offering is The Salon, where members and non-members can experience a larger (less private) lounge setting for $695 per person, per use.How to get in: Fill out this form and a PS representative will be in touch. The downside was that she was also accused of heresy and infamously burned at the stake. Scan this QR code to download the app now. The Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus is a nerd-friendly, science fiction-oriented, foot parade named for Bacchus, the Roman God of wine, and Chewbacca, the furry "Star Wars" sidekick. This fall, the yoga-centered studio plans to expand to Studio City.How to get in: The invitation-only membership club offers complimentary day passes to prospective members. Catering to creative minds, Spring Place Beverly Hills spans three floors and offers a stunning art collection. Hand-decorated masks are the groups signature throw. The peacock is the krewes symbol, and hand-decorated fans are its signature throw. The parade continues on Tchoupitoulas to Poydras where the parade ends. Some unique features of the Coronation Ball include Al Carnival Time Johnson singing several of his hits with the live band and having a high school marching band leading the Coronation parade, which includes hand-pulled floats, around the ballroom. For more information visit the Knights of Sparta website. Not a parade per se, the Champagne-fueled, satirical streetcar ride draws a crowd at its starting spot at the Willow Street Car barn, as it heralds the start of the Carnival season in Uptown New Orleans. For more information visit the NOMTOC website. For more information visit the Krewe of Elks-Orleans parade website, and the Truck Parade of Crescent City website. The fabulous signature float of the Hermes parade, 2019. These memberships promote the advancement of education and research, enhance the professional standing and development of its faculty, staff and administrative personnel, and/or facilitate favorable campus . For the under 27 set, its $1,150 for a single club and $2,000 for all. Named for the goddess of the rainbow, the krewe proudly proclaims that in its 60-year history the Iris parade has never been canceled due to rain. Membership includes access to fitness classes such as cycling, running, bootcamp, barre, boxing, dance cardio, kinesis, TRX, mat and hot yoga, and reformer pilates. Established in 2019, the streetcar-borne Mardi Gras group, which is devoted to one of New Orleans best-loved musical styles, rolls behind the Phunny Phorty Phellows annual streetcar ride on the first day of Carnival. Founded more than eight decades ago, during theGreat Depression, Hermes is New Orleans oldest nighttime parade and among the most artistic. Parade Krewes dues roughly come out to be around $1000-$3000 per year, which includes the ride, insurance, costumes, and a ticket to the ball. The main draw here are the diverse workspaces including The Gallery (coworking space), broadcast and podcast studios, conference rooms, private offices, screening rooms, private phone booths, wellness rooms and more. Located on the sixth floor rooftop, all-day Lemon Grove restaurant and bar will be under the direction of chef Sam Talbot (The Surf Lodge), who hopes to create a sustainable kitchen that reduces food waste, utilizes alternatives to plastic, sources local ingredients, and will be white-sugar-free, with a focus on California cuisine. Criteria for krewe membership varies similarly, ranging from exclusive organizations largely limited to relatives of previous members to other organizations open to anyone able to pay the membership fee. Annual dues for Salon memberships are $3,200 for access to any houses gallery floors and communal spaces for eight business days per month, as well as unlimited access to restaurant and bar spaces along with cultural programming. Each year the krewe crowns a celebrated chef as king. There was a problem saving your notification. The LA location has limited space for just 200 members, but guests do not need to be members to experience the clubs offerings. The Tucks parade has grown immensely over the years. Visit Us on Facebook or View Some Videos on YouTube and Get to Know Neptune For more sunny information, visit the Iris website. Sunday, Feb. 19, 11:45 a.m., St. Charles Avenue route. Beverly HillsAnother mix between co-working space and social club, this Beverly Hills hotspot is a more exclusive version of similar clubs. The parade features a float surmounted by a giant white bull surrounded by chefs, which symbolizes the opportunity to dine on meat one last time before the start of Lent. Facebook. The hyper-local seasonal menu changes due to the readiness of fresh produce available, with current options like Salmon Tartine for breakfast; salads, bowls, and sandwiches for lunch, including the towering PS Burger; and entrees like Herb-Marinated Hanger Steak. The 55 year old Krewe owns a large, magnificent den and all of its floats. Like the Freret and Sparta parades that precede it, this year Pygmalion will be joined by an organization composed, in part, from former members of the Mystic Krewe of Nyx. The brand even launched its own namesake apparel and accessories brand.How to get in: Annual dues are $350 for the LA/SoCal location. For more information, visit the Krewe de Jeanne d'Arc website. Founded in 2011 by a handful of Loyola University grads, the Krewe of Freret is devoted to Carnival traditions and New Orleans musical heritage, as the enormous, animated Trombone Shorty float attests. While the group has grown, they make sure to never lose their sense of humor and maintains their Animal House reputation. A young parade-goer throws Tucks toilet paper as the Krewe of Tucks parade comes to a standstill on the Uptown parade route in New Orleans, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. A special Wounded Warriors float will be set aside for Purple Heart recipients, who will ride free of charge. The name "Krewe of Tucks" comes from the name of the now non-existent Uptown pub where two college students decided to start their own krewe after failing at their attempt to become white flambeaux carriers. Collectible throws include the Tucks emblem beads, stuffed animals, signature beads, light-up medallion beads, custom print go-cups, three different types of doubloons, stuffed toilet paper doll, toilet sunglasses, and hand decorated toilet bowl brushes. By accepting a contract with the CSU, Contractors must certify they are neither nor its principals or its subcontractors are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participation in transactions by any federal department or agency (2 Code Federal Regulations[CFR] 180.220, in accordance with the Office of Management and Budget guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR Part 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFR Part 1989 Comp., p. 235). For more information visit the KOF website. The rambling Royal Street procession is dedicated to sipping, sloshing and sharing custom-made beads and other throws. Steeped in Hollywood glamour and mystique, LA has long attracted stars and socialites seeking exclusive opportunities to dine, party, and relax behind the velvet rope. For more information visit the krewe Facebook page. Founded in 1881, the organization is named for the Greek god of rivers and seas. The membership committee reviews applications on a monthly basis.Theres a referrals section where applicants could include names of current members as referrals. Additional perks span exclusive discounts and offerings that range from limited-edition Lingua Franca SVB sweaters to two weeks of free membership at Artha, another members-only club in LA.How to get in: As a testament to this club's exclusivity, they keep mum on their specific application requirements, but you can get started with the process by emailing info@sanvicentebungalows.com or calling 424-313-8088. Includes university-sponsored memberships to professional agencies, organizations and associations. The parade will proceed north until St. Charles Street, where the krewe will turn east (right). Despite protests, the traditional route has not yet been restored. Zulu parades in downtown New Orleans on Mardi Gras on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Members are treated to classes that span yoga, meditation, sound bath, and massage experiences, as well as treatments that include infrared sauna, cryotherapy, float therapy, thermal shock treatments, cryo facials, contour light, and endermologie. Invoices received by Accounts Payable, prior to payment, are routed to the requester or approver to verify receipt of service or items. The patriotic krewe has since rolled in New Orleans as part of the Krewe of ALLA and the Krewe of Freret parades. For a few more sips of information and route map, visit the Krewe of Cork website. Corporate memberships as well as non-member rates are also available. Formed in 2000, the krewe reveres King Pygmalion from Greek mythology, a sculptor who fell in love with his own ivory statue of a nymph, which subsequently came to life. Menu favorites from the restaurant include the Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower and Zucchini Chips, plus a Whipped Lemon Meringue Pie. This year Lafcadio honors Frank Brigtsen and his wife wife Marna. Here's why. For more extraterrestrial information,visit the Chewbacchus website. For a map and more informationvisit the Lafcadio website. There's even a kids menu and cookies and seasonal sorbet for dessert. Krewe of Tucks is a New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe. Sunday, Feb 19, 5:15 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route. The parade's most renowned grand marshal remains Louis Armstrong, who reigned in 1949. Plus theres an initiation fee $100-$1000 depending on the time of year you join, and $125 per extra treatment (massage, endermologie, cryo facials, thermal shock, contour light) in addition to membership dues. A membership must be used primarily for business purposes. Saturday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m., St. Charles Avenue route. Enjoy ocean views from two stories of the breezy indoor-outdoor space where quaint, artfully designed nooks act as the perfect hangout as you enjoy similar fare to Soho House in WeHo, plus board games and unmatched views of the Pacific Ocean. Zulu float riders parade wearing black and white facial makeup, a long-held custom that occasionally ignites controversy. Head to the fourth floor rooftop for a garden oasis with a rooftop pool and cabanas, plus Mother Tongue, a global dining destination helmed by Michelin-starred chef Michael Mina, the clubs only amenity thats open to the public.How to get in: Membership is $4,200 annually ($350 per month) with all classes included, plus a $300 initiation fee. West HollywoodJust a stones throw away from Artha and The Britely, this WeHo club calls itself the worlds first social wellness club. Remedy Place is the vision of founder Dr. Jonathan Leary, a renowned concierge wellness doctor who focuses on top alternative medicines, ancient practices, and modern technologies in his private practice. Mardi Gras 2023 is Feb. 21, and Carnival starts up a few weeks earlier, on Jan. 6 as always. For more information, visit the Rex website. The name means New Orleans Most Talked-of Club. The top (main) floor is primarily known for its stunning views. Stranded South Music + Media. When coming back home, members can book PS Direct for domestic flights, where a car will wait for you at the plane, pick up your luggage, and drive you home. MalibuSoho House expanded its LA footprint with the opening of Little Beach House Malibu. Notable riders have included The Blues Brothers, WWF Wrestlers, MTV's: The Real World New Orleans Cast and Rob Dyrdek, from MTV's fantasy factory. For more legendary information visit the King Arthur website. I'm especially interested in the cost to be a riding member in Endymion and Muses. Tucks Extravaganza is a post-parade party inside the Marriott Grand Ball Room on Canal street that includes live music, food, drink, and dancing. Membership: 1800 male and female riders; Number of floats: 36 super . The Krewe of Endymion announces the entertainment for Mardi Gras's Main Event, The Krewe of Endymion Parade and Extravaganza. For more information, consultthe krewedelusion Facebook page. Themis, which is inspired by the Greek goddess of justice, arose from a controversy within the Mystic Krewe of Nyx, which was once arguably the largest Carnival parade. Look for the glittering Leviathan, Trojan Horse and Smokey Mary floats, and call for oversized signature doubloons. There's even a kids menu and cookies and seasonal sorbet for dessert.