The Mystic Krewe of Barkus
welcomes the 2021 Mardi Gras season with the theme:
"Bone Alone: Barkus at Home But Not Alone!”
Our canine krewe members are encouraged to celebrate
the best dog parade on Earth by planning to do Barkus
virtually this year on Sunday, February 7, 2021,
at 2 p.m. CST from your home, porch, yard or wherever
you can join the fun with COVID safety measures
in place.
It is time for us to give credit to all the dogs
who have become our confident co-workers without
regard to training or education in countless professions;
popular Zoom stars whether they have been formally
hired or vetted by the team; in-demand clean-up
sous chefs while cooking more at home; our best
classmates who don’t even read; and an endless source
of unconditional love and acceptance no matter what
this pandemic has thrown our way.
The dogs of the world have shown their courage in
helping us while we struggle to keep COVID troubles
at the our doorsteps. Whether you have the character
of the ingenious Kevin, a shifty, grumpy Uncle Frank,
a tough Gangsta Johnny, or a worried mother Kate
in your pack, let us pay tribute to the time we
have been home, but not alone.
Follow our announcements giving details on 2021
Barkus opportunities by following us at Mystic Krewe
of Barkus New Orleans, our Instagram @mystic_krewe_of_barkus
and on our new website www.barkus.org. You can also
contact us by email at info@barkus.org or through
Facebook messenger.
Did
you Know... The King ascends through the ranks,
usually after being a duke or grand
marshall.
The Queen is selected by secret ballot
and announced only weeks before the
parade, and is always a rescued/adopted
female dog.
Every
year the Krewe of Barkus donates the
proceeds of the parade registration
fees, merchandise sales, and ball
profits to worthy animal welfare groups.
Barkus is the dog equivalent of Bacchus.
About the Mystic Krewe of Barkus
THE MYSTIC KREWE OF BARKUS WILL BE SNIFFING THE STREETS AGAIN IN
2021
The only Mardi Gras krewe in New Orleans by and for the canine population is ready to sniff the streets of the French Quarter on Sunday, February 16, 2020. The Mystic Krewe of Barkus is a non-profit organization founded by Wood Enterprises.
The 2020 Parade will start at Armstrong Park promptly at 2pm and proceed on their traditional 15-block route through the Vieux Carré, stopping at the VIP Reviewing Stand at Good Friends Bar, corner Dauphine and St. Ann, where VIPs (and those who desire to be VIPs) will toast the Royal Court.
Membership in the parade krewe is open to all dogs - regardless of their past. Registration: NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE. (http://www.barkus.org) Day-of-parade registration (Feb. 24) at Armstrong Park. Only dogs who are registered krewe members with parade tags will be allowed to be part of the parade. Check out our Membership Page to see esteemed levels of registration/membership.
The only Mardi Gras krewe in New Orleans for the canine population. Founded in 1993, the Mystic Krewe of Barkus is a non-profit organization. The Mystic Krewe of Barkus was envisioned and created in November 1992 at a meeting of the Margaret Orr (WDSU-TV Weather Anchor) Fan Club held at Good Friends Bar. Thomas Wood brought his dog Jo Jo McWood to the meeting, where people complained about her neurotic ways. To get back at them all, Wood decided to make Jo Jo McWood queen of her parade and captain-for-life. Thus, the Krewe of Barkus was born.
The first Krewe meeting was held January 25, 1993, when the Krewe (after many beers) officially elected Jo Jo McWood Queen Barkus I. Jager Freeman, dog of Scott Freeman, was selected as King Barkus I. The chosen theme was "Welcome To The Flea Market."
Only members are eligible to be a part of the parade by purchasing parade registration (Dogluxe or above). You can also become a member without parading and support their worthwhile cause benefiting homeless animal rescue and adoption.
For more information, Email info@barkus.org or mail to 1000 Bourbon St., Suite 317, New Orleans, LA 70116; Fax to (504) 522-0239
