Parade Info

Krewe de Canailles is a walking parade comprised of sub-krewes and individuals.

we march downtown & kick off lafayette mardi gras as the first parade of the season!

Our Values

Inclusivity

This parade is powered by the people! Krewe de Canailles is comprised of independent sub-krewes. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join. In fact, we encourage it! Sub-krewes can have as many or as few people as you want. To join the movement, simply complete the sign-up form with some preliminary info, pay your dues, submit your theme for approval and turn up to the most unique parade in Lafayette! Just be ready to get creative.

Ingenuity

The parade isn’t the only thing powered by the people! All floats are powered by human ingenuity. This is a parade without barricades, which means no combustible engines. It’s time to showcase Acadiana’s immense creativity in a way never done before. Sub-krewes aren’t limited to just floats, though. Dance krewes, marching bands and all other types of sub-krewes are welcome. This also allows us to uphold our third value – sustainability.

Sustainability

Along with combustible engines, there are also no plastic beads in this parade. We stand against the standard Mardi Gras practice of cavalierly discarding plastic bags that ultimately end up in our trees, gutters and waterways. Sub-krewes can create their own signature throws, as long as they are as environmentally friendly!