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Saturday, February 1, 2025 – 7:00pm
The Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus is ready to take to the streets once again for Chewbacchus XIV: The Rise of the Superb Owl! Join us on Saturday, February 1, 2025, starting at 7:00 p.m. for an evening of intergalactic revelry, creativity, and the best nerdy Mardi Gras celebration in the galaxy.
Expect a dazzling display of over 120 SubKrewes, including crowd favorites like the Space Vikings, Han & the Solo Cups, and the Vampiric Council of New Orleans. From intricate costumes to imaginative contraptions, every moment will celebrate pop culture, satire, and nerdy fandoms. Plus, don’t forget to collect the coveted bandoliers and bando blocks—the parade’s handmade signature throws!
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Royalty Spotlight:
Meghan Davis, the 2025 Conjurer of Cosmic Creativity, Summoner of the Superb Owl, and Queen of Darkness, will reign as this year’s Queen. Meghan is a longtime krewe member, founder of the Vampiric Council, and an artist whose creativity shines across the Chewbacchus universe.
Mark Proksch, Emmy-nominated actor and fan-favorite from What We Do in the Shadows (Colin Robinson, the energy vampire!), will serve as The Grand Siphon and Master of the Mundane, Intergalactic Yo-Yo Champion, and Parade Comptroller, bringing his signature comedic brilliance to the celebration.
After the Parade:
The fun doesn’t end when the parade stops rolling! Join us at The Chewbacchanal, the official afterparty at The Fillmore New Orleans. Featuring live music and DJ sets from URBAN HEAT, TOPAZ, PRETTY NA$TY, and THE GENTLE GIANT on the main stage, and STEMMILY, BABY BATS, and KASEY CHAOS in the VIP lounge, it will be a cosmic celebration for the ages! Limited tickets and VIP packages to the general public available at Ticketmaster.
Bring your costumes, your krewe, and your fandom pride—because on February 1, we’ll “Save the Galaxy, One Drunken Nerd at a Time!”
ALL HAIL THE SACRED DRUNKEN WOOKIEE! ALL HAIL THE SUPERB OWL!
Parade Route
The parade begins at Franklin and St. Claude Avenue, follows Elysian Fields to Decatur Street, and ends at Decatur and Conti. Attendees can expect a variety of unique throws, including collectible bandoliers.