IN VINO VERITAS
Krewe Of Bacchus
Countdown to Bacchus 2026
For more than 50 years, the Krewe of Bacchus has been an innovator in building Mardi Gras into the City’s premiere event which is enjoyed by millions of New Orleanians and visitors each year!
Bacchus 2026
Bacchus Sunday is February 15
From celebrity kings to massive animatronic floats, the Krewe of Bacchus has always stood out as Carnival’s most innovative krewe! The Krewe of Bacchus is known for its bold, high-energy parade and spectacular float designs that push the boundaries of Mardi Gras pageantry. As one of the first “super krewes,” Bacchus introduced a new level of production, size, and entertainment to the Carnival season. The krewe’s parade is famous for its massive floats, signature throws, and show-stopping themes that blend humor, fantasy, and tradition into an unforgettable experience.
Crowning of Bacchus LVII
Each year, the Krewe of Bacchus crowns a new king, often a celebrity or notable figure, to serve as the monarch of their extravagant parade. The crowning is more than symbolic; the King leads the krewe on parade night, greets guests at the Bacchus Rendezvous Ball, and brings national attention to the festivities. The annual announcement of King Bacchus is eagerly anticipated and serves as a reminder that Mardi Gras is both a local treasure and a world-renowned celebration.
Bacchus Sunday
Bacchus Sunday starts at 5:15 P.M. on the Sunday before Fat Tuesday
The Bacchus Parade starts at the corner on Napoleon and Tchoupitoulas. After a procession through uptown and downtown New Orleans, the Krewe of Bacchus concludes its parade at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on the New Orleans riverfront!
Explore Bacchus
In 1968, our newly formed Krewe changed the way the Carnival celebration had been conducted for more than a hundred years.
Sights and Sounds
The Krewe of Bacchus parade was founded in 1968 by a handful of New Orleans business leaders whose dream was to revitalize Carnival.
The Krewe of Bacchus had left a lasting mark on the City of New Orleans and had proven to be the boost that the Carnival season so desperately needed.
Now, with more than 1,700 members and 35 animated super-floats, the Krewe of Bacchus is revered as one of the most spectacular Krewes in Carnival history.
