Mardi Gras, Rex and Zulu

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.
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Mardi Gras at risk from severe weather. New Orleans eyes forecast as Zulu, Rex shorten routes.
The threat of severe weather has left New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions at risk, with parades being shortened or canceled, warnings issued over flying debris and officials urging extreme caution
New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
Thousands of revelers in outlandish costumes are filling the streets of New Orleans as the city celebrates Mardi Gras Day despite the threat of storms.
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.
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.
Mardi Gras parades underway — as some celebrations are canceled due to severe weather forecast
Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day.
When Is Mardi Gras 2025? Details About Parades & More
New Orleans might be hit with some high winds and rain right on Mardi Gras this year. Get all the details about the celebration here.
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.
Zulu rolled, Rex is rollin'; weather's fine, for now…Happy Mardi Gras!
After so nearly being canceled yesterday due to the threat of severe weather, the parades are still rolling with as much delirious vim as any year. It’s a good day to be on the second floor of NOLA & Co.
Video: LIVE: Krewe of Zulu parades through New Orleans on Mardi Gras Day
Krewe of Zulu parades through New Orleans on Mardi Gras Day Watch live as the Krewe of Zulu parades through downtown New Orleans on Mardi Gras Day, with hundreds of participants tossing beads and decorated coconuts.
Zulu float strikes tree at St. Charles Avenue and Jackson
Zulu float 25-B struck a tree at St. Charles Avenue and Jackson Avenue as it was trying to attempt the turn at the intersection.
King and Queen Zulu 2025 lead historic Mardi Gras celebration with a toast to the city
"I am 109 King of Zulu. All hail Zulu Happy Mardi Gras!" King Zulu said in his traditional toast to Mardi Gras and the city.
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New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
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Mardi Gras legend Barry Kern frees Zulu float from tree, traffic light
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Triple-threat storm bears down on central and southern US, disrupting Mardi Gras celebrations and bringing blizzard warnings
More than 55 million people across the central and southern US are at risk of severe weather on Tuesday as a violent storm ...
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King Zulu 2025 Rodney P. Mason Jr. continues his father's legacy in 'the circle of life'
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