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Gather ‘round, you fabulous degenerates, party animals, and lovers of all things scandalous! If you think Mardi Gras is just about beads, brass bands, and Bourbon Street debauchery, let me introduce you to the real heart of Carnival madness: Krewe du Vieux, the wildest, wittiest, and most unapologetically raunchy parade to kick off the Mardi Gras season. And honey, once Krewe du Vieux rolls, krewedelusion follows right behind, because one satirical fever dream of a parade just ain’t enough for a city as delightfully unhinged as New Orleans.
Mark your calendars and clutch your pearls—on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 6:30 PM, the French Quarter is about to get real nasty, real fast.
The History: Vieux Carré, Vieux Caray, Vieux Corrupt!
Born in 1987, Krewe du Vieux takes its name from the French Quarter’s original title, Vieux Carré (meaning “Old Square”). But don’t let the old-world charm fool you—this krewe didn’t come to be polite. It came to drag politicians, mock cultural absurdities, and hand out adult-themed goodies to parade-goers who can appreciate a little below-the-belt humor. Think of it as Mardi Gras meets SNL, but with fewer censors and way more genitalia-themed throws.
Unlike most modern Mardi Gras krewes that roll through Uptown with massive, glittery, family-friendly floats, Krewe du Vieux keeps it old school—literally. It’s one of the last parades to still use mule-drawn floats (yes, real mules, because why not), and each sub-krewe builds their own masterpiece of irreverence. The result? A walking, rolling, debauched spectacle of political satire, sex jokes, and shocking visuals that would make even your most liberal auntie clutch her rosary beads.
Theme of 2025: REVOLTING!!! (And We Mean That in Every Sense)
This year’s theme is REVOLTING!!!, and if you’ve ever attended a Krewe du Vieux parade, you already know that’s both a statement and a promise. Expect floats dripping in dirty jokes, larger-than-life papier-mâché caricatures of politicians caught in compromising positions, and more shocking satire than a drag queen’s roast session. Nothing is sacred, nothing is off-limits, and everything is fair game—so bring your open mind, your loudest laugh, and a keen eye for the kind of details that might get your mother to disown you.
The Throws: Because Beads Are Boring
What’s a Mardi Gras parade without throws? Well, at Krewe du Vieux, you’re not just catching beads, my darling. You’re catching the spiciest, dirtiest, most inappropriate trinkets imaginable.
Expect:
- Glow-in-the-dark condoms
- Miniature penises (because size doesn’t matter, darling—it’s all about the throw!)
- NSFW stickers and buttons
- Hand-painted naughty figurines
- Satirical toilet paper (because some headlines are only fit for wiping)
In other words, don’t bring your kids, don’t bring your boss, and definitely don’t bring your pastor—unless they have a really good sense of humor.
But Wait, There’s More: krewedelusion Takes Over
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, krewedelusion rolls in right behind Krewe du Vieux to keep the chaos going. This krewe’s mission? To continue the madness while making sure no egos remain unroasted. Known for its unpredictable, wildly creative themes and commitment to sheer, ridiculous fun, krewedelusion takes satire to a new level. If Krewe du Vieux is the raucous uncle who tells dirty jokes at Thanksgiving, krewedelusion is the sassy cousin who one-ups him and steals the show.
Where to Stay? Well, You’re in Luck, Boo!
Now, if you’re truly dedicated to the debauchery (and we know you are), you need a place to stay that’s close to all the action. And guess what? The New Orleans Guest House is the perfect spot for all the wild adult Mardi Gras fun!
We’re just ONE BLOCK off the French Quarter, putting you within an easy walking distance to the parade route, Bourbon Street, St. Ann’s (for my fabulous LGBTQ+ revelers), and Frenchmen Street, where the live music and mischief go all night long. And if you want to explore beyond, the streetcar stop is visible from our front door, ready to whisk you off to the next party. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATIONS CALL US DIRECTLY AT 504.566.1177 OR 1.800.562.1177. YOU MAY ALSO VISIT US ONLINE AT neworleansguest.house.
Come for the Parade, Stay for the Sin
So here’s the game plan: Book a long weekend. Get here early. Settle in. Strap on your most ridiculous costume. Hydrate. Then prepare for a night of filth, fun, and fabulousness like no other.
After you’ve caught your fill of indecent throws, laughed at scandalous floats, and witnessed things you can never unsee, stick around. Because honey, Mardi Gras is just getting started, and the French Quarter never sleeps.
Book now, pack your sense of humor, and we’ll see you in the streets!