Momus Parade
2021-02-13 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | TX
Momus Parade
The Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade is Mardi Gras! Galveston’s largest parade. It features floats, marching bands, dignitaries, bead throwing and more. The parade starts at 23rd and Seawall Boulevard, turns right on 25th Street and continues to Mechanic Street. Then, it goes right on Mechanic Street to 20th Street, left on 20th to The Strand. Left on Strand and end at the Railroad Museum.

Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade (Float Ride)
Member Price: $63.00
Non-Member Price: $203.00
*Processing fees included
KREWE BABALU NO LONGER SUPPLIES BEADS. YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR OWN. Click HERE for more info.

Click and download the KB Liability Waiver and the Momus Waiver
KB Float Rules (Read these)

PARKING FOR GAMBRINUS AND MOMUS PARADE IS AT THE FLOAT BARN LOCATED AT 7817 BAYSIDE AVENUE, GALVESTON, TX. THERE IS PARKING ON THE STREET. DO NOT BLOCK
THERE WILL NOT BE A SHUTTLE. YOU WILL NEED TO FIND A RIDE TO PARADE LINEUP. MOMUS LINEUP AREA IS LOCATED AT 22ND STREET AND AVENUE P.
TELL YOUR LYFT, UBER, GETME, OR TAXI DRIVER TO TAKE YOU TO 22ND STREET AND AVENUE P.
ARRIVAL TIME FOR FLOAT 2PM-5PM. MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE THERE AN HOUR BEFORE FLOAT LEAVES.
YOU WILL BE TAKEN BACK TO THE FLOAT BARN TO YOUR VEHICLE.

Parade Route:

All Krewe Parade
2021-02-12 20:00 - 22:00 | TX
All Krewe Parade
The Krewe Babalu Annual All Krewe Parade parade is packed with more beads per foot than any other. See it twice..Once from Mechanics Row and then from the Strand. Come load up on beads!!!
Krewe Babalu Annual All Krewe Parade (Float Ride)
Members: $52.00
Non-Members: $89.00
*Processing fees included
KREWE BABALU NO LONGER SUPPLIES BEADS. YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR OWN. Click HERE for more info.

Click and download the KB Liability Waiver
KB Float Rules (Read these)

Parking:
You will need to find parking somewhere around the Strand area and walk to the lineup site. Keep in mind that if you are going to participate in the balcony party afterwards to maybe park somewhere closer to that location and walk to the parade site.
Downtown parking lots:
*21st and Market
*20th and Market
*20th and Post Office
*25th and Santa Fe Place
*24th and Avenue E
Garages:
*25th and Harborside
*22nd and Market
Staging:
The float will be staged on Santa Fe Place next to the Galveston Railroad Museum located at 2602 Santa Fe Place, Galveston, TX 77550. Parade starts at 8:00 pm and begins at 25th street and Santa Fe place. We will begin loading the floats at 6:45 pm. There is no shuttle for this parade.
Parade Route:
Route begins in Santa Fe Place next to the RR museum and goes Right on 25th, Left on Mechanic, Left on 19th, Left on Strand and then left on 25th. Goes around twice.

Krewe Babalu Den Party
2021-02-05 18:00 - 22:00 | Krewe Babalu Float Barn, 7817 Bayside Avenue, Galveston, TX, 77554, United States
Krewe Babalu Den Party
You’re invited to join Krewe Babalu for an elegant night of fun filled Mardi Gras festivities!
Drink Specials, Delicious Food, Live Auctions and Raffle Drawings!
This Event is Open to the Public!
Member Admittance: $16.00 ($15+fees)
Regular Admittance: $21.00 ($20+fees)

Let’s put our best foot forward as we hope to recruit new members that night.
Silent Auction and Raffle Drawings on some great items!
Auction and Raffles will close at 8:30PM to announce winners.
Live Auction for our Krewe Poster and other items will be held in the private section during the live band’s first break.
Note: If you are interested in volunteering for setup or donating product for the auctions and raffles, please send us a message through the CONTACT page as soon as possible.

February Meeting
2021-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Come be our Valentine as we show our Krewe some love!
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

January Meeting
2021-01-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Come celebrate the new year with us as we reflect on the past year and discuss the future of Krewe Babalu!
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

December Meeting
2020-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

November Meeting
2020-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
Meeting BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Discuss Krewe Christmas Party and Charity fundraiser.
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

October Meeting
2020-10-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
Meeting BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Discussion and planning of the Turkey Trot Bar Crawl.
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

September Meeting
2020-09-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Announcement of the Krewe Babalu Poster Contest theme!
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

Krewe Babalu Galveston Poster Contest
2020-09-01 - 2020-10-07 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
The Krewe Babalu Galveston Poster Contest supports local artistry as well as the spirit of Mardi Gras Galveston.
During the month of September, Krewe Babalu runs an annual contest challenging area artists to come up with a design for their official Mardi Gras poster. The winner will receive a cash prize and a feature in the Galveston Daily Newspaper.
Of the entries submitted, the winning poster will be chosen for its incorporation of that years theme and the essence of Galveston as well as masterful beauty.
The winning poster will be on display at the Mardi Gras Galveston Poster Unveiling Party. Click HERE for more details on the unveiling event.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW ARTICLE ON LAST YEARS WINNER

2018 Krewe Babalu Poster Contest:

First Place Prize: $200.00 to the winner
Rules for Contest:
The Theme will be A Salute to the Little Easy (Mardi Gras type theme with Galveston and what it has to offer) The artwork can be any media of art, watercolor, acrylic, pastels pencil, charcoal or digital (must be in Color). All artwork must be mounted on a hard backing. Art can be on canvas, linen, panel, paper, board or similar flat format. Include a description of the media used as well as a brief (100 words or less) bio of the artist to be submitted with artwork. The contest will from August 28, 2017 to October 2, 2017. All artwork will have to be submitted by no later than October 2, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. The contest is open to all high schools and Colleges and amateur artists in Galveston County. The art will become the property of Krewe Babalu. Each entry should be at least 18 X 24 in size, vertical or horizontal. Each participant will have to sign an art waiver that they understand the art becomes the property of Krewe Babalu. The entire Krewe will make the final decision on the artwork that is selected by casting a ballot for their favorite. The original first prize artwork will be framed and presented at the poster unveiling along with the posters to be giving out.
Announcement of Winner
The submissions will be voted on at our October meeting and the winner will be announced at our November meeting. Also the winner will be featured in the Applause section of the Galveston Daily News. It will have a photo of the winner and a few words about the winner.
Poster Contest Information.pdf
Artist Release.pdf (Print, sign and return)

August Meeting
2020-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
Meeting BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
*Planning for the poster contest.
Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

Galveston 4th of July Parade
2020-07-04 19:00 - 20:30 | TX
The Galveston 4th of July Parade is a community collaboration works each year to create The Galveston Marine Corp League Fourth of July Parade.
The Marine Corp League, the City of Galveston and community volunteers who create this parade appreciate your support and participation.

Join us for the island’s premier summertime event!

2020 PARADE DETAILS
Parade time: 7:00 p.m.

Parade Route: 59th Street to 25th Street on the magnificent Seawall Blvd.

RAIN DATE: JULY 5

PARKING AND ENTRANCE INFORMATION
PARKING AND LINE-UP
Parking is available on a first come basis at the entrance and line-up point. Riders must park on their own.
Note: There are several large parking lots along 61st Street that are owned by private businesses.
Riders can park and walk to 59th Street. The parade ends at 25th Street. Riders can also park 25th Street on their own. We do not have shuttles.
ENTER 59th Street and Ave T½
LINE-UP 59th Street between Ave T½ and Maco beginning at 6 p.m.

Notice to buses or other chase vehicles: The parade ends at 25th Street.

DECORATIONS AND THROWING ITEMS
Decorations are encouraged to honor our military (active and veteran), and of course Red, White, and Blue.
In the interest of public safety, please bear in mind that there should be no gaps in the parade. Please do your best to keep the parade moving!
For your convenience, the city will provide mobile restrooms.
There are no restrictions on throwing candy, beads, Frisbees, etc., however there is a city ordinance forbidding the use of “Silly String”.

Krewe Babalu Spring Cruise
2020-06-12 18:30 - 21:00 | South Shore Harbor Marina, 2551 South Shore Blvd, League City, TX, 77573, United States
The Krewe Babalu Spring Cruise is a good time on the gulf. Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and merriment make this event a must-attend for the year. The 65′ Krewe Zen yacht will begin taking passengers at 5pm and will leave the dock at 6pm sharp. Making one stop along the route, passengers will return to the dock at 10pm. Space is limited so reserve your spot now!

June Meeting
2020-06-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
BOD Meeting @ 6pm, General Meeting @ 7pm.
Come join us to discuss Krewe Babalu events and functions. Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

May Meeting
2020-05-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Playground Patio Bar, 2325 Strand St, Galveston, TX, 7755, United States
May Meeting
BOD Meeting begins at 6pm.
General Meeting begins at 7pm.
Come join us to discuss Krewe Babalu events and functions. Participate in contests, raffles and revelry!

Texas City Parade
2020-02-08 12:00 - 14:00 | TX
Texas City Parade
Parade Length: 3 miles
Stage at the Carlos Garza Park.
3300 Magnolia Avenue Texas City, Texas 77590
Parade route is Palmer Highway, from 29th street to 6th street.
Line up in a first come basis, starting as early as 10:30AM.
Krewe Babalu no longer supplies beads for the parades. Click HERE for information on purchasing beads.

Krewe Babalu Winter Cruise
2019-12-14 17:00 - 22:00 | South Shore Harbor Marina, 2551 South Shore Blvd, League City, TX, 77573, United States
The Krewe Babalu Winter Cruise is a good time on the gulf.
Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and merriment make this event a must-attend for the year.
Individuals: $65 per person. Couples: $120/couple
The 65′ Krewe Zen yacht will begin taking passengers at 5pm and will leave the dock at 6pm sharp. Making one stop along the route, passengers will return to the dock at 10pm.
Space is limited so reserve your spot now!

Krewe Babalu Brisket Sale
2019-08-30 - 2019-09-01 | Brisket Pick-Up Location, 7817 Bayside Street, Galveston, TX, 77554, United States
Krewe Babalu Brisket Sale
Briskets are pre-ordered at $60 each hot and ready to go!
No deliveries – orders must be picked up at the address on the flyer.

Krewe Babalu Fall Sunset Cruise
2018-10-27 17:00 - 22:00 | South Shore Harbor Marina, 2551 South Shore Blvd, League City, TX, 77573, United States
The Krewe Babalu Sunset Cruise is a good time on the gulf. Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and merriment make this event a must-attend for the year. The 65′ Krewe Zen yacht will begin taking passengers at 5pm and will leave the dock at 6pm sharp. Making one stop along the route, passengers will return to the dock at 10pm. Space is limited so reserve your spot now!

Spring Bar Crawl
2018-04-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Beerfoot Brewery, 2816 Avenue R 1/2, Galveston, TX, 77550, United States
Event starts at 6pm, All stamped sheets will be due back at Beerfoot by 10pm
Cost: $15/members $20 non-members

Prizes:
Best poker hand (determined by the stamped sheets) wins Grand Prize
Grand Prize: a RTIC 45 cooler. Value $150
Gift basket: Handgrenade ingredients. Value: $75

List of bars:

Beerfoot Brewery – Headquarters for the event
Float
Poop Deck
Rumors
Rum Shack*
Tiki Bar*
Sqeeze*
*All in the same location

Krewe Babalu Troop Trot Bar Crawl
2017-11-11 17:00 - 21:00 | TX
The Krewe Babalu Troop Trot Bar Crawl will be on Saturday, November 11th, 2016.
Meet at Murphy’s Irish Pub (213 22nd St, Galveston, TX 77550)
Check in @5pm, Crawl starts @ 6pm
$20 for members / $25 for non-members
The participating locations are Molly’s Pub, O’Malley’s Pub, Sound Bar, Jack’s Pub, Tsunami and Yaga’s Café.
Poker hands will be due no later than 10pm. The best hand wins a 32” flat screen TV!
Questions? Contact Don Walker or Gladden Walters 713-703-3331

Murphy’s Irish Pub: 213 22nd St, Galveston, TX 77550
Molly’s Pub: 2013 Post Office St, Galveston, TX 77550
O’Malley’s Pub: 2022 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550
Sound Bar: 2411 Mechanic St Galveston, TX 77550
Jack’s Pub: 2406 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX 77550
Tsunami: 2314 Strand St, Galveston, TX 77550
Yaga’s Café: 2314 Strand St, Galveston, TX 77550
