Returning for the second year, organizers are giving a few lucky parade goers a chance to win some extraordinary prizes. Exclusive Golden Mardi Gras beads will be thrown out during a few select parades. Parades with the Golden Bead will be announced soon!
Author: Lee Roane (Lee Roane)
Jay Carnes to be honored with George Mitchell Mardi Gras Award
Mardi Gras! Galveston is delighted to announce the distinguished recipient of the prestigious George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Award: Jay Carnes. Jay will be honored at an awards ceremony on Friday, February 6, 5:30 PM, as part of the kick-off to Mardi Gras festivities.
Newe Krewe Award
The first recipient for the “Newe Krewe Award” will be the “Krewe de Isle of Misfits.” Founded by Becky Major and Michael Mandina in 2018, this Krewe dazzles the Mardi Gras crowd with their out-of-the-box creativity.