Saturday, February 6th, 2010:

Mystic Krewe of Aquarius 25th Anniversary Parade – 12:00 noon. Famous Seawall Blvd. will once again be graced by the Mardi Gras pageantry of Aquarius with their 80-unit parade titled “Silver Anniversary Memories”, commemorating their 25th birthday. The big parade will feature dozens of floats depicting themes of the last 25 years, as well as 20 marching bands from high schools across the Gulf Coast region. Proudly leading the parade will be King and Queen XXV, Ronald Blasé and Stephanie Blasé. Honored to also lead the way will be Aquarius founding members Merlin Lidstone and Johnny Lidstone, 14 float captains and 175 costumed Krewe members. For the most and best beads at Mardi Gras, do not miss this parade. Parade begins at 14th Street and Seawall and heads west on Seawall to 59th Street.

Galveston County Firefighter’s Association Fire Truck Parade – 3:00pm. A huge hit since its inception, the Fire Truck Parade looks to be even bigger this year! Parade begins at 14th Street and Seawall and heads west on Seawall to 61st Street.

Krewe of Gambrinus “Cheers to our Bud’s – The Del Papa Family” Parade - 6:00pm, King Gambrinus throws a party for 200,000 of his closest friends with over 650,000 throws and a fantastic fireworks display. Open and free to the public! Parade runs along Seawall Blvd. from 23rd St. to Central City Blvd. (63rd St.) in Galveston. Info: kuperfamily@yahoo.com or www.kreweofgambrinus.org.

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Friday, February 12th, 2010:

Krewe Babalu 5th Annual “All Krewe Parade” – 8:00 pm Start time. Begins at 26th and Santa Fe Place. Right on 25th Street, Left on Mechanic to 21st Street. Left on 21st Street to Strand. Left on Strand to 25th Street. 25th Street to Santa Fe Place. Parade participation open to all Krewes, businesses, civic and fraternal entities. Info: Gladden Walters at 281-703-3331 or gladdenwalters@gmail.com.

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Saturday, February 13th, 2010:

Krewe d’Esprit Rosaire Parade - Battle of the Bands begins at 9:00, and the parade begins at 11:00. The parade will start at Kempner Park 27th and Ave N down 27th to Seawall and down the Seawall to 31st and down 31st street to Holy Rosary Catholic Church. There will be an after party with all types of cultural food booths, more bead throwing, music, and fun. This is a family oriented parade with lots of high stepping marching bands from Houston and Galveston with lots of bead, trinkets, and even some food throws. Info: Cheryl Randle 409-392-4962 or csrandle@utmb.edu.

Z Krewe 16th Z Processional – 1:00pm. Z Krewe’s 16th Annual Z Processional will wind its way through the historic streets of downtown Galveston and The Strand area, “Perpetuating the Spirit of Mardi Gras” with bands, beads, and merriment. This year’s theme of “Underwater FantaZy” salutes the enchantment of the sea. This year’s Zanie Processional, led by Big Daddy and Big Momma 16, will make its way to the Trumpet’s balcony where King and Queen Zanie XV and their Royal Court of Zoots and Zaftigs will salute the crowd and party on the Strand. The processional’s route will begin at 25th Street and Mechanic, travel east along Mechanic to 20th Street, and then proceed to the Strand. Z Krewe’s parade of partygoers will continue west on the Strand ending at 25th Street. Info: www.zkrewe.net or call 409-933-4413.

Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade - 6:30 p.m. Mardi Gras! Galveston’s largest parade will feature floats, marching bands, dignitaries, bead throwing and more. Parade starts at 19th and Seawall Boulevard, turns right on 25th Street and continues to Mechanic Street. Right on Mechanic Street to 21st Street, left on 21st to The Strand. Left on Strand and end at the Railroad Museum, public viewing, no charge. Info: 409-741-8801.

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Sunday, February 14th, 2010:

12th Annual Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Mardi Gras Parade - 1:00 pm, line-up begins at noon. Bringing out the best in people and their pets, this parade begins at 27th and Seawall and proceeds west to 47th Street, to the Academy parking lot. Pets of all sizes, shapes, and species are welcome (costumes optional). Pre- parade costume contest, with the winners making up the Royal Court. This parade benefits the daily operations of the Galveston Island Humane Society. $20 advance registration and $25 day of parade. Info and registration: Cynthia McEldowney at 409-744-0102 or cynthiamce@aol.com.

Mardi Gras Children’s Parade - 2:00pm, Firefighters Local 571 hosts a parade dedicated to the families and children of Galveston. The 2010 parade celebrates “A Salute to Hollywood”, with costumed kids and decorated floats. Parade begins at 27th Street and Seawall, and proceeds to 47th Street to the Academy parking lot. Pre-registration for parade participation is required. Info: Charles Olsen at 409-789-1265 or www.childrensparade.org.

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Tuesday, February 16th, 2010:

Mystic Krewe of Aquarius 16th Annual “Fat Tuesday” Parade - 6:30pm – In the final hours of Mardi Gras 2010, Aquarius will present their annual Fat Tuesday Parade in historic Downtown Galveston and the Strand District. The always popular parade will feature entries from several Krewes and 7 marching bands. Parade begins at 25th Street and Santa Fe Place, travels South on 25th Street to Postoffice Street, east on Postoffice Street to 19th Street, north on 19th Street to Strand, west on Strand to Santa Fe Place.

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