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Muses Shoes

Throw me something sister! View our galleries of decorated shoes over the years. Don’t forget to share photos of the shoes you designed or caught on social media! Tag @kreweofmuses, #musestHERsday, #kreweofmuses or #musesshoes.

Float Archives

Relive Muses parades past! View float sketches from every parade from 2001 to present, including bands and marching groups. Explore each year's satirical theme.

Muses History

The Krewe of Muses is distinguished as the first all-female Mardi Gras krewe to parade at night in uptown New Orleans. In Greek mythology, the Muses are inspirational goddesses of literature, science, and the arts.

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Next Parade: February 12, 2026

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The Latest Krewe News

2015 cup design contest winner

2015 Cup Contest Winner McDonough #35 High School Student Myron Solomon

February 2, 2015

The Krewe of Muses winner of its 2015 annual student Mardi Gras Cup Art Contest is Myron Solomon of McDonough #35 High School. The annual…

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Where to Find Muses Beer 2015

January 23, 2015

Muses Beer is now available at locations throughout the city. If you don’t see your favorite establishment, be sure to ask for it during your next…

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2015 Parade Ride Auction Benefiting Doctors Without Borders Kicks Off

January 8, 2015

Are you Goddess enough to roll with the Muses? The Krewe of Muses kicks off its 2015 Parade Ride Annual eBay Auction. Join the Goddesses…

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Congratulations to 2015 Honorary Muse Sue Zemanick on Zasu’s Michelin Star

November 4, 2025

Originally published on NOLA.com on November 3, 2025 This Mid-City restaurant that’s hidden in plain sight just earned a Michelin star On one of the…

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New Orleans City Council considering changes for Thursday parades before Mardi Gras

September 16, 2025

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans City Council is considering changes to the lineup for parades that roll on the Thursday before Carnival. The proposed…

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Our ReMUSEable Throws

Muses is focused on creating sustainable throws that can be reused long after the Mardi Gras season. Known for wonderful and unusual throws, Muses has been throwing innovative, locally-made, and sustainably-sourced items since its inception.

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Muses Community Involvement

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Since its inception in 2000, the Krewe of Muses has been committed to improving our community through effective action. Together, we have helped reconstruct homes after tragedy, worked with community partners to create spectacular decorations for our parade, and raised hundreds of thousands for causes we care about deeply.

Through the Muses Foundation, we have partnered with numerous local and national charities.