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Professor Carl Nivale
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WWL Louisiana Morning News Carnival expert since 1996. Star of "The Professor Carl Nivale Show featuring Grand Marshal Marty Graw"
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Your Professor is looking forward to this exhibit on one of my favorite subjects, the Illinois Clubs! January 29th at The Presbytere, right in the middle of #Carnival2026!
#OurCarnivalHeritage #MardiGras2026
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Origins of New Orleans Black Carnival Society: The Story of the Illinois Clubs | Louisiana State Museums
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November 8, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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It's already prep time for #Carnival2026! #MardiGras2026 is February 17th, or as we like to call it, Early Gras. Our Carnival brethren in Mobile are already preparing for the season. Thanks to our friends at al.com for this story.
#OurCarnivalHeritage
Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in Mobile early next year: Here’s why
Because it's reckoned from Easter, Fat Tuesday's date shifts from year to year -- and in 2026, the good times will start rolling in January.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Your Professor and @gmmartygraw.bsky.social were thrilled to be included in the @nvtproductions.bsky.social "Sprinkles & Tinsel's Very Merry Holly Daze Special 6!"
This year's special streams FREE starting December 14th at 7 pm CDT at YouTube.com/@nolavoicetheatre
Image of Professor Carl Nivale and Grand Marshal Marty Graw, on the set of "Sprinkles & Tinsel's Very Merry Holly Daze Special 6".
October 28, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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October 27, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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The “Procession Series,” by photographer Giancarlo D’Agostaro at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art through March of next year promises us a look at the human moments of Carnival! A wonderful look at #OurCarnivalHeritage!
#Carnival2026 #mardigras2026
The Unending Stream: - Ogden Museum of Southern Art
The Unending Stream is a two-part exhibition that showcases the thriving community of photographers in New Orleans. The title of the exhibition pays homage to a Clarence John Laughlin photograph of th...
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October 27, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Congratulations to Jennifer Samuels and King Cake Hub on getting a new location in Mid-City for #Carnival2026!
Thanks to NOLA.com for this story.
#MardiGras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
King Cake Hub has a new location for 2026 Mardi Gras after Zony Mash closure. See where.
After Zony Mash closed earlier this year, King Cake Hub was left without a home. Now, it has a new one for the upcoming Mardi Gras season.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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For the second year in a row, Rex's Queen has moved reviewing stands again for #MardiGras2026. Thanks to NOLA.com for this story!
#carnival2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
Rex Organization moves reviewing stands for Mardi Gras 2026. See where, why.
For the second year in a row, the queen of Carnival will move to a new spot.
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October 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Halloween is coming, and with it the beginning of the holiday parading season! The popular Krewe of Boo returns October 25th! Thanks to our friends at NOLA.com for this story!
The Krewe of BOO! Halloween parade haunts New Orleans with floats, dancers, a special tribute
The annual Krewe of BOO! Halloween parade takes place Oct. 25 in New Orleans – here are all the deets
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October 14, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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On Wednesday, the Krewe of Choctaw lost everything but their floats in a fire at their den. A terrible tragedy for any krewe. Thanks to our friends at WDSU News for this story.
#OurCarnivalHeritage #carnival2026 #mardigras2026
Krewe of Choctaw loses everything but floats in Harvey fire
YouTube video by WDSU News
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October 3, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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Your Professor has discovered that the website for the so-called Mystic Kings Krewe (who announced an unpermitted parade for January 5th, 2026,) has been removed from their server.
October 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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The Rex Organization has announced the passing of Rex 1997, Eli Watson Tullis.
#OurCarnivalHeritage
Eli Watson Tullis, cotton trader and former Rex, king of Carnival, dies at 96
Eli Watson Tullis, a cotton trader and philanthropist who reigned as Rex, king of Carnival, in 1997, died at his Garden District home on Tuesday of complications from a stroke,
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October 2, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Big Chief Darryl Montana is suffering with cancer and his treatments are enormously expensive. Please attend this event on Tuesday to support the Big Chief and enjoy some local music for a very good cause!
#OurCarnivalHeritage
A benefit is planned Tuesday for beloved Mardi Gras Indian Big Chief facing cancer crisis
Benefit Tuesday for beloved Mardi Gras Indian Big Chief Darryl Montana, who is facing the costs of a cancer crisis
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September 23, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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One of the best things about NOLA Carnival & Mardi Gras is how the krewes come together for a cause! #OurCarnivalHeritage
Carnival clubs raise money to support New Orleans' first responders at Krewes for Karnival
Proceeds go to support police, firefighters and EMS staff with safety and communications equipment.
www.nola.com
September 16, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Footwork. Second Line Sunday.
September 15, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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Changes may be coming for the last Thursday of #Carnival2026! Thanks to @wwltv-mirror.bsky.social for this story!
#MardiGras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
Krewes eye new Thursday-before-Mardi Gras parade lineup for 2026
The Knights of Chaos, Babylon, and Muses propose adjustments to parade order and start times for 2026 to prevent delays.
www.wwltv.com
September 13, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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The King Cake Hub is looking for a new location after the sudden closure of Zony Mash Beer Project earlier this year. We'll keep you informed of any and all updates on a new venue for the beloved annual pop-up! Thanks to NOLA.com for this story!
#carnival2026 #mardigras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
King Cake Hub promises a New Orleans comeback after Zony Mash closure. But where?
The owner is hoping to bring her king cake business to a specific neighborhood in New Orleans after gaining a loyal following there.
www.nola.com
September 8, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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Big announcement from the beleaguered Krewe of Oshun, announcing child riders as young as 6, and their royalty for #carnival2026, Terrance & Stephanie Osborne. The krewe is restructuring after legal problems. Thanks to @fox8live.com for this story.
#mardigras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
Krewe of Oshun announces major change ahead of 2026 Carnival Season
YouTube video by WVUE FOX 8 New Orleans
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September 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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For you Reveleers going to the Southern Decadence parade tomorrow, the route has changed!
Thanks to @wwltv-mirror.bsky.social for this story.
Southern Decadence 2025: Parade route changes in the French Quarter
The parade will reroute due to water project on Royal Street.
www.wwltv.com
August 30, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Watch coverage of Notting Hill Carnival in London!
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Watch live as Notting Hill Carnival parade dances through west London
Dancers and musicians in brightly coloured costumes mark the final day of London's annual celebration of Caribbean culture.
www.bbc.com
August 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Clarification from the Krewe of Symphony for #Carnival2026! #MardiGras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
Image of press release from the Krewe of Symphony, stating that they will march in Carnival 2026!
August 23, 2025 at 1:37 AM
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Jefferson Parish officials revised parade rules including new masking, insurance requirements, and three krewes will no longer parade. Thanks to @wwltv-mirror.bsky.social for this story. #Carnival2026 #MardiGras2026 #OurCarnivalHeritage
Jefferson Parish drops 3 krewes, updates parade rules for 2026 Mardi Gras
Jefferson Parish officials revised parade rules including new masking, insurance requirements, and float restrictions.
www.wwltv.com
August 22, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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This Saturday, it's the annual Krewe of Oak Mid-Summer Mardi Gras parade! A great bit of Carnival for the dog days of summer! Thanks to NOLA.com for this story!
#OurCarnivalHeritage
Saturday's sweaty Uptown parade satirizes recent jailbreak with the theme 'To Easy LOL'
Organizers expect about 1,200 marchers, dancers, musicians and costumers.
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August 20, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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As of today, August 17th, we are 142 days away from #TwelfthNight2026 & the start of #Carnival2026, and 184 days away from #MardiGras2026. 42 days of Carnival glee!
Reveleers! What are you doing to prepare?
Tell us below in the comments & remember: family friendly, please!
#OurCarnivalHeritage
A meme image. A black and white photograph featuring six women, shot from the shoulders down. All of the women have raised their long skirts to reveal their shins just below the knee. The women are all standing straight, wearing either dark or white stockings. The woman on the end has her toes turned in, comically. The legend at the bottom of the meme reads "MARDI GRAS 1919. Men would yell "show us your legs" and then throw beads."
August 17, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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The controversial "trolley tax" that was to have taken effect for the start of this year's second line season has been stopped by a unanimous vote by the City Council!
Thanks to @wwltv-mirror.bsky.social for this story!
#secondline #OurCarnivalHeritage
New Orleans City Council puts brakes on new second line rule
The proposed regulation would have required trolley operators to hold a $5 million insurance policy to participate in second line parades.
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August 8, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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There's a new parading Krewe coming to Bogue Falaya!
Check it out at kreweofboguefalaya.com and become a member!
#OurCarnivalHeritage #Carnival2026 #MardiGras2026
Image of an illustrated golf card decorated for Mardi Gras. The cart is purple with mag wheels, draped with large beads, and the roof of the cart festooned with purple and green feathers. On the back is a golf cart filled with purple golf clubs. The legend reads: Join the Inaugural Krewe of Karts, Krewe of Bogue Falaya Parade. kreweofboguefalaya.com
August 8, 2025 at 12:47 AM