Krewes of Zulu, Rex to roll early in anticipation of inclement weather
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An ‘abbreviated’ Mardi Gras rolls ahead of anticipated severe weather
Mardi Gras 2025 festivities are underway in “fast and furious” fashion. With a line of anticipated storms moving through the area that produce high winds in the evening, Zulu and Rex parades started earlier than usual with a limited number of marching bands.
New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
Some parades have been postponed, but the city s two biggest parades are going ahead with earlier start times and shorter routes.
New Orleans Mardi Gras parades to roll early to avoid weather
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.
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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.
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.
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Shortened Zulu, Rex parades roll early on Mardi Gras Day with no bands, marchers, 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.
See maps of new Mardi Gras Day routes for Rex, Zulu parades in New Orleans
Day in New Orleans will look a bit different this year, as the city is changing times and routes for the Zulu and Rex parades because of severe weather forecasts. The storied Zulu Social Aide & Pleasure Club's parade will roll on a shortened route starting at 7 a.
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New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras Day with costumes and revelry despite weather concerns
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