“Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we should dance” ~Author Unknown~
That is exactly what Galveston Island plans to do.
Mardi Gras Galveston will be celebrating its 100th event since its inception in 1867. Twelve fun filled days of elegant balls, parties, parades, a beach front carnival, shopping and entertainment from Rock & Roll to Jazz. The food will be spectacular as some of the best cuisine on the gulf coast is served.
The Mardi Gras ‘Krewe’ is an organization structured around the concept of royalty. They have a King, a queen and a court. These Krewes are social organizations requiring membership dues for joining. They sponsor elaborate balls, celebrations and are also the masking and parading members that Mardi Gras is known for. Many of the Krewes are non-profit organizations that ‘Party for a Purpose.’
KREWE OF BARKUS AND MEOUX
This Krewe represents the Galveston Shelter and Adoption Center. They held their first Barkus & Meoux Parade in 1989.
Whether you are young or old, Galveston Mardi Gras has something for you. Grab your mask and come to Galveston Island, you don’t want to miss out on this very ‘colorful’ time!!
(Pictures Flickr)
The colors of winter in Maryland. Life is good in Montgomery County!
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