IN VINO VERITAS
Krewe Of Bacchus
Countdown to Bacchus 2027
For more than 50 years, the Krewe of Bacchus has been an innovator in building Mardi Gras into the City’s premiere event which is enjoyed by millions of New Orleanians and visitors each year!
Bacchus 2027
Bacchus Sunday is February 7
From celebrity kings to massive animatronic floats, the Krewe of Bacchus has always stood out as Carnival’s most innovative krewe! The Krewe of Bacchus is known for its bold, high-energy parade and spectacular float designs that push the boundaries of Mardi Gras pageantry. As one of the first “super krewes,” Bacchus introduced a new level of production, size, and entertainment to the Carnival season. The krewe’s parade is famous for its massive floats, signature throws, and show-stopping themes that blend humor, fantasy, and tradition into an unforgettable experience.
Comedian & Podcast Host Theo Von to Reign as Bacchus LVIII
The Krewe of Bacchus, the legendary Carnival organization that helped revolutionize Mardi Gras nearly six decades ago, is once again making a bold statement about the future of entertainment. Clark Brennan, Captain of the Krewe of Bacchus, announced that Louisiana-born comedian, podcasting powerhouse and nationally celebrated entertainer Theo Von will reign as Bacchus LVIII on Sunday, February 7, 2027. “We are thrilled that one of America’s most influential digital age celebrities will be joining us this year as Bacchus,” said Brennan. “The Krewe of Bacchus has always been cutting-edge in our choice of monarchs. We are eagerly embracing the transition as people choose new and different ways to be entertained.” Known for his Southern storytelling and offbeat sense of humor, Von draws comedy from everyday life and his own experiences. That same mix of humor and honesty shapes This Past Weekend, his wildly popular podcast featuring candid conversations with guests from entertainment, sports, politics and beyond. Personal stories and unexpected observations are as much a part of the show as the interviews themselves.
Bacchus Sunday
Bacchus Sunday starts at 5:15 P.M. on the Sunday before Fat Tuesday
The Bacchus Parade starts at the corner on Napoleon and Tchoupitoulas. After a procession through uptown and downtown New Orleans, the Krewe of Bacchus concludes its parade at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on the New Orleans riverfront!
Explore Bacchus
In 1968, our newly formed Krewe changed the way the Carnival celebration had been conducted for more than a hundred years.
Sights and Sounds
The Krewe of Bacchus parade was founded in 1968 by a handful of New Orleans business leaders whose dream was to revitalize Carnival.
The Krewe of Bacchus had left a lasting mark on the City of New Orleans and had proven to be the boost that the Carnival season so desperately needed.
Now, with more than 1,700 members and 35 animated super-floats, the Krewe of Bacchus is revered as one of the most spectacular Krewes in Carnival history.
