Mardi Gras, Rex parade and Zulu

Rex route changes again just hours before Mardi Gras Day parade, NOPD says
The Krewe of Rex parade route has changed once again, the New Orleans Police Department announced early on Mardi Gras morning. Due to incoming severe weather and high winds, Zulu and Rex changed their start times and routes on Monday.
Zulu, Rex parades conclude as Mardi Gras festivities move to the French Quarter
Full schedule of parades Sign up for our Newsletters This year weather concerns bumped parade times up from their normal schedule. Zulu began at 6:30 a.m. followed by Rex at 9:30 a.m. Both rolled on shortened routes.
Zulu: Schedule, maps, parade cam and more for Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans
Mardi Gras is here! Here's how, when to watch today's parade live on the NOLA.com Parade Cam sponsored by NewOrleans.com.
New Orleans police consider canceling Zulu, Rex parades due to weather. Here's what we know.
Heavy winds headed for New Orleans on Fat Tuesday appear poised to cancel two of the city's climactic Carnival events, the Zulu and Rex parades, after officials said they would stop the parades from rolling if the forecast worsened.
New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
The good times and parades still rolled in New Orleans for Mardi Gras Day celebrations early Tuesday, ahead of expected severe winds, thunderstorms and warnings of tornados in the afternoon. Carnival Season's final parades in Louisiana's most populous city,
New Orleans Mardi Gras parades to roll early to avoid weather
NEW ORLEANS — Zulu and Rex will both roll early with no marching krewes, bands or truck floats in an effort to beat the high winds expected to hit the metro area on Fat Tuesday. The announcement comes as other parishes announced cancellations or earlier start times for parades. However, changes in weather could present new changes.
Gayle Benson wishes everyone a Happy Mardi Gras from Rex parade
Benson spoke with WDSU's Aubry Killion about the successful parades despite the threat of severe weather, and how she hopes everyone enjoys a safe rest of the day.
Fate of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras parades still uncertain as NWS issues High Wind Warning
Rex will not pass Gallier Hall, where traditionally Rex toasts the mayor of New Orleans. Rex will instead turn down Jackson Avenue and disband.
What does Mardi Gras day look like in New Orleans? See view from Skull and Bones, Zulu, Rex
But it's Mardi Gras Day in New Orleans, our final day to celebrate the Carnival season and honor the rich history of the holiday with parades,
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Zulu, Rex parades to roll early on Mardi Gras Day despite wind worries, officials say
Zulu and Rex parades, the climax of New Orleans' carnival season, will roll early on Fat Tuesday with pared-down ensembles due to forecasts of high wind.
Mardi Gras Celebrations in New Orleans and Across U.S. Start Early Due to Dangerous Weather Concerns
Severe weather alerts caused Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans and other cities throughout the U.S. to be moved up or ...
New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
The city’s two biggest parades are set to go on with earlier start times, shorter routes, and no marching bands, New Orleans ...
Rex King of Carnival gives his traditional toast at new location
All Hail Rex! Rex King and Queen of Carnival held their traditional toasts as the parade made its way down the Uptown route.
Krewe of Rex changes parade ending location
Additional changes have been made to the route traveled by the Krewe of Rex. On Fat Tuesday, March 4, the New Orleans Police ...
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University of Arkansas student to reign as Queen of New Orleans’ Carnival
A University of Arkansas student is set to reign as a Mardi Gras queen in New Orleans. Tatum Reiss, 22, is a New Orleans ...
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Picayune Native Edward Howell Crosby Named 2025 King of New Orleans Carnival
Picayune native Edward Howell Crosby has been named the 2025 King of New Orleans Carnival, leading the Rex Parade and ...
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Meet Rex 2025, 'a connector of people for the good,' a doting grandfather and Carnival's king
As an adult, Crosby rode on a float in the Rex parade and, later on a horse as a lieutenant. In the latter role, he was out ...