Coming this Soon!!!
Alright, my glitter-loving queens, kings, and fabulous beings of all identities—gather ‘round because the Krewe of Nefertiti is about to make her grand entrance, and honey, she’s snatching wigs and breaking hearts in 2025! Circle Sunday, January 28, 2025, on your calendar, because this all-female krewe is rolling out their annual parade, and the tea is HOT this year. With floats fiercer than a drag ball finale and enough beads to choke a boa constrictor, this is one Mardi Gras event you do not want to miss. And if you’re staying at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, you’ll be living your best life—because, sugar, we’re one block from the French Quarter and just two minutes from a streetcar stop to whisk you off to every hotspot in NOLA. Now let’s spill the beads on why this parade is pure queer magic.
The Theme: “Legends of Love” – A Celebration of Drama and Glamour
This year, the Krewe of Nefertiti is giving us “Legends of Love”, and let me tell you, this theme is dripping in drama, romance, and over-the-top storytelling. Think star-crossed lovers, scandalous affairs, and maybe a little sprinkle of queer fabulousness (we can hope, right?). We’re talking about the kind of love that inspires sonnets and reality TV-level messiness. Cleopatra and Marc Antony? Sure. Paris and Helen of Troy? Of course. Beyoncé and Jay-Z? Duh.
Now imagine all of that on a float—glitter everywhere, queens waving like their lives depend on it, and the kind of artistry that would make even RuPaul gag. The Krewe of Nefertiti doesn’t do things halfway, babe. They’re here to serve, and we are here to receive. So, grab your glitter, your boas, and your biggest “YASSS!” because this parade is about to sweep you off your feet.
Location and Times: Werk Your Way to the Magic
The Krewe of Nefertiti kicks off at 1:00 PM sharp in New Orleans East, starting at Crowder Boulevard and rolling its fabulous self down Read Boulevard. Sure, it’s a little outside the French Quarter chaos, but honey, that’s the beauty of it! You get the excitement of a Mardi Gras parade without the elbowing tourists stealing your beads.
And if you’re staying at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, you’re golden. Our charming little gem is just a short sashay (or a tipsy stumble—we don’t judge) to a streetcar stop. Hop on, and let it whisk you away to the parade route like the royalty you are. Because what’s Mardi Gras without a little public transportation adventure, right?
A Little Herstory: Nefertiti, The Queen Who Slays
Let’s give a little love to the Krewe of Nefertiti for their glow-up over the years. Founded in 2013, this all-female krewe is all about empowerment, sisterhood, and celebrating New Orleans culture with a side of glitter and glam. These queens (and allies) have been making waves in Mardi Gras history, proving that tradition and innovation can werk hand in hand.
And the name? Oh, hunty, it’s perfection. Nefertiti, the OG queen of fierce eyeliner and untouchable vibes, was basically the Beyoncé of ancient Egypt. Her name literally means “the beautiful one has come,” and if that’s not a mood, I don’t know what is. The Krewe of Nefertiti channels her energy into a parade that celebrates strength, love, and a whole lot of fabulousness.
Why the Historic Mardi Gras Inn Is the Ultimate HQ for Your Mardi Gras Shenanigans
Now, let’s talk about where you’re laying that gorgeous head after a long day of parade-watching and bead-hoarding. The Historic Mardi Gras Inn is the place to be, babes. We’re not just LGBTQ+ friendly—we’re LGBTQ+ owned and operated. That’s right, we’re family, and we’re here to make your Mardi Gras experience as legendary as a Cher farewell tour (she’s had how many now?).
Did we mention we just completed a full hotel-wide glow-up? Everything’s fresh, fabulous, and ready for you to make your home base. And our location? Perfection. We’re just one short block from the French Quarter, where the adult fun is wild, the Hurricanes are strong, and the nights are long. Plus, that streetcar stop just two minutes from our front door is your golden ticket to all the best hotspots in New Orleans.
But we make no wild promises here, sugar. What we can promise is clean, affordable accommodations, a warm, welcoming staff that’ll treat you like the royalty you are, and a location that keeps you close to all the action without losing your mind. For more information on accommodations call us directly at 504.949.5815 OR 1.800.209.9408. You are also welcome to visit us online at historicmardigrasinn.com.
Final Thoughts: Beads, Booze, and a Whole Lotta Love
The Krewe of Nefertiti is ready to slay, and so should you. With their “Legends of Love” theme, this parade promises to bring the drama, the romance, and the glittery chaos that makes Mardi Gras so unforgettable. Stay at the Historic Mardi Gras Inn, and you’ll be perfectly positioned to enjoy every bead, cocktail, and dance move this season has to offer.
So, grab your crown, your glitter, and your most comfortable heels (trust me, you’ll need them), and let’s werk our way into Mardi Gras 2025 like the fabulous beings we are. See you on the parade route, darlings! 🎭✨