“An opulent legacy of Mardi Gras culture at the highest level…the highest expressions of Mardi Gras design.”

Mystic Krewe of Hermes - A gold statue of Hermes standing on a rock with a snake wrapped around a staff, with one leg raised and one arm up, set against a black background.
Gold sculpture of a male figure balancing on one leg with the other leg bent, holding a staff with a caduceus, standing on a base.

The Mystic Krewe of Hermes

requests the pleasure of your company on

Hermes Friday

February 5, 2027

A full day of fun for all.

Hermes Parade Schedule and Route Map

Parade route map for Hermes in yellow lines with purple background, showing streets, turns, and landmarks such as magazine, St. Charles, harmony circle, and canal, with a start time of 5:30 pm marked by a star.
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10:45 AM

Hermes - Iris Toast to the Messenger Gods

The King of the Mystic Krewe of Hermes and the King and Queen of the Krewe of Iris surrounded by cheering crowds in the French Quarter in New Orleans
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2:00 PM

Hermes Walking Parade

Member of the Mystic Krewe of Hermes march through the French Quarter during their annual Walking Parade on Hermes Friday.
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5:30 PM

Hermes Evening Parade

A float in the Hermes Evening Parade on St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans.
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Born from a

Love of New Orleans

History.

Follow our timeline to learn the highlights of Hermes.

Historical black and white newspaper front page from The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, dated Saturday, February 6, 1937. The headline reports on special trains bringing visitors for a carnival, with additional articles about political issues, local events, and a fire incident in Louisville.
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Inspiration.

The Greek God Hermes is our inspirations. Learn how it happened.

A painting of a woman, partially nude, wearing a purple dress and hat with feathers, sitting inside an ornate gold and brown frame. The woman is holding a staff with a snake and wings, and is surrounded by decorative elements.
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Community.

Hermes is dedicated to uplifting New Orleans long after the parades have passed by.

Two police officers on horseback, one smiling, in uniform with helmets, standing in front of a building.
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In The Tradition.

Since 1937, Hermes members have perfected the art of New Orleans Carnival parties.

Hermes

Grand Ball

A woman dressed as a queen or princess, wearing a gold and cream gown with ornate shoulder embellishments, a tiara, and white gloves, holding a regal scepter, standing in front of a fireplace decorated with colorful flowers and a clock.
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Broken Axle

Dinner

A golden tray holding a menu, a white cloth, a badge, and a blue and gold braided ribbon. The menu is titled 'Broken Ankle Dinner' from the Audubon Tea Room, dated February 19, 2025, featuring a salad of mixed greens with creole pecans and cranberries, bleu cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette.
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Hermes

Family Den Party

Large colorful parade float featuring a golden sun with a face and flowing rays, surrounded by red and pink flowers with gold accents, inside a warehouse.
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“…a rolling masterpiece of classic float design.”

New Orleans Times-Picayune

“An opulent legacy of Mardi Gras culture at the highest level…the highest expressions of Mardi Gras design.”

Country Roads Magazine

Line drawing of a female figure with wings, holding a staff, wearing a draped garment, with butterflies around her feet.

“Always visually exciting; it’s always one of Carnival’s most glamorous parades.”

New Orleans Magazine

“One of the most beautiful public processions in all of Carnival.”

City of New Orleans Resolution

“New Orleans’ oldest nighttime parade and among the most beautiful…brightly colored, skillfully sculpted floats are rolling masterpieces.”

NOLA.com

Gold illustration of a mythological figure, possibly a demon or devil, sitting on a rock, holding a staff with a trident-like top, with wings and a beard