Shayla B.
7/5/2023
Super colorful and classic floats with great throws! There are tons of parades during Mardi Gras and bigger name parades than Proteus, but this was actually my favorite out of the three that I...
Krewe of Proteus Parade
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Saint Charles Ave
New Orleans, LA 70130
The Krewe of Proteus, founded in 1882, is the second oldest parade at New Orleans Mardi Gras, known for its elaborate masked Tableau Balls and stunning street parades. With a rich history that includes introducing the tradition of call outs to invite ladies to dance, the Krewe continues to be a cherished part of the city's carnival scene, showcasing a majestic float shaped like a giant seashell.
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May A.
3/22/2020
The Krewe of Proteus 2020 parade - "Feasts and Libations" Throw me something, please! This parade preceded the Krewe of Orpheus. We watched at the corner of St Charles Ave and Canal Street. The...
Marielle S.
5/25/2019
This parade has really slipped. This is the parade right before Orpheus and they're going to have to kick it up a notch, if they want to be a proper lead in to such a big parade. Proteus had a...
Howard H.
3/16/2017
Proteus is mardi gras' most underrated parade. Beautiful classic floats with fantastic lighting. It's fun to see the old school sea monster float accented by loads of fiber optic lighting. They...
Jen L.
3/9/2011
Proteus was beautiful this year, as always. The theme was obscure mythology and the interpretation was whimsical. I love the use of the antique flambeaus. The wagon wheels cause the floats to...
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