Krewe Information
What is a Krewe? The word “Krewe” is a generic term used to describe any carnival organization or club. The word was coined by the oldest such organization in New Orleans, the Mystik Krewe of Comus who believed in 1857 that the word gave the club’s name an “olde-English” flavor.

Who can have a Krewe? You and your friends. Be a part of the fun by starting your own krewe. Krewe may or may not be formally organized, may be a not-for-profit, or simply a group of friends. With some effort and creativity you and your krewe can be the object of desire of hundreds of thousands of screaming revelers. Be creative!

$2000.00 CASH PRIZE WILL BE AWARDED
TO THE BEST KREWE IN SHOW!
SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Krewe Entry Information
Although the parade should be fun for those in the parade, the purpose of the parade is to entertain. The parade should remain PG-rated: the parade will have viewers of all ages. It is NOT a parade for any form of Nudity.

Costumes are REQUIRED. The costumes should relate to the theme of the entry and should be described on the application.

Each “krewe” must have a name, but business names and logos are prohibited.

Beads are to be tossed to spectators along the Holly Gras route as “throws” — the traditional souvenir of every Mardi Gras.

A “WALKING KREWE” is a group of 30 people that march in the foot parade.

Because of overwhelming interest, the number of entries is limited. All applications will be considered but are NOT GUARANTEED entry into the parade. You must receive APPLICATION APPROVAL.

Entry Fee:
Discounted Admission Fee of $10 per krewe member. Plus, a $500 fee per Krewe for a 10 x 10 Krewe Canopy Booth w/sidewalls, tables and chairs. Minimum of 2 krewe members are required to manned booth during festival hours at all times. Booth found to be unmanned by krewe will be subject to exclusion from festival and we reserve the right to reassign said booth to another krewe.

Application Deadline:
 Applications accepted from November 15 to February 28, 2009.

Parade Schedule:
 Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 7PM. Check-in no later than 6PM.

Judging Criteria:
 Judges will be told they should vote for the krewe they like best based on the following major considerations: originality, theme, entertainment value, and uniqueness of beads.

Thank you for your interest in Holly Gras! Use the below online application to get your Krewe in the parade.

Krewe Status
 * New this year to Holly Gras    Returning Krewe
Krewe Name
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Krewe Contact Information
First Name
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Last Name
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Company
  
Address
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City
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State
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Zip/Postal Code
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Day Phone
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Night Phone
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Cell Phone
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E-Mail
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Krewe Parade Information
Theme
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Costume Description
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Krewe Members Information (30 Member Requirement)
Member #1
 * Full Name          E-Mail
Member #2
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #3
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #4
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #5
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #6
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #7
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #8
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #9
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #10
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #11
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #12
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #13
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #14
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #15
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #16
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #17
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #18
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #19
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #20
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #21
* Full Name          E-mail
Member #22
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #23
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #24
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #25
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #26
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #27
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #28
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #29
 * Full Name          E-mail
Member #30
 * Full Name          E-mail
     
Krewe/Parade Rules and Regulations
Yes
* Holly Gras and/or its official representatives will be the final judge of all krewe entries. Each krewe will be reviewed and selected for participation. Holly Gras therefore, reserves the right to limit, restrict, and/or refuse entry into the parade for any reason.
Yes
* Costumes are REQUIRED. The costumes must relate to the theme of the entry and is described on this application.
Yes
* Each “krewe” must have a name, but business names and logos are prohibited.
Yes
* Beads are to be tossed to spectators along the Holly Gras route as “throws” — the traditional souvenir of every Mardi Gras.
Yes
* Each krewe and each member in each krewe is responsible for any and all acts and omissions on their part, or on the part of their agents, members and/or employees that may result in injury and damage to themselves or a third party. Each krewe and each member in each krewe shall indemnify and hold harmless Holly Gras and their affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents, from and against all claims, demands, liabilities, damages and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs arising out of any such act or omission of such krewe or krewe member.
Yes
* Nudity/Other Violations if the Law: All krewes are required to adhere to the laws of the State of California. It is against the law to appear nude or in a manner determined to be lewd, lascivious and/or obscene. Do not encourage any nudity display. You will be responsible for any fines, fees, arrests, injury or imprisonment that may occur if you break the law.
   
Acknowledgment
Yes
* I have read this entire application and shall comply with all specifications, regulations, and terms and conditions. The submission of this application serves as a waiver of liability and indemnification agreement between all krewes’ participants and Holly Gras.
     
Payment Method
* Credit Card
MasterCard, Visa