Welcome!
 Established
in 1998, the Krewe of Mwindo is one of the more recent arrivals
in the tradition of gay carnival Balls. Mwindo is also unique,
being the only predominantly black gay carnival organization
in New Orleans. Filled with the same energy of youth that
drove our namesake, Mwindo
has been a trendsetting organization from the start.
On the evening of the fourth Sunday before Mardi Gras, we
hold one of New Orleans’ most lavish and colorful gay
carnival balls. Our presentations are spectacular— working
in our secret studio, members work for months ahead of Mardi
Gras to design, build, and accessorize their own costumes
and the accompanying sets.
Members of the Krewe of Mwindo host this elaborate Ball for
the enjoyment of their invited guests. Seated at tables around
the Ball floor, guests enjoy an abundance of food and drink
while the Krewe members display their costumes in a series
of tableau presentations. After this display, guests dance
the night away with continuous entertainment.
Our tableau is strictly formal and by invitation only. Table
invitations to the Ball are reserved for our supporters and
select guests. If you receive an invitation, know that you
are among a very select few! General seating is available
only in the balcony area.
Krewe membership is by nomination and pledging during the
annual rush party process. Once admitted into the organization,
members work around the year, holding fundraising events to
finance the Ball and the Krewe’s other charitable events.
Want to know more? Visit the History
pages to learn about our origins within the Mardi Gras tradition,
and how to Contact us. You can
also learn how to become a member,
request tickets to our 2005
Ball, and see pictures of our past events in the Photo
Archive. Finally, if you’re curious about our name,
visit the Born Dancing page
to learn the Myth of Mwindo.
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