Mid-Summer Mardi Gras August 30, 2008

The Krewe of O.A.K. (outrageous and kinky) celebrated its twentieth anniversary this year. The Krewe parades biannually both during Carnival season as well as six months later at Mid-Summer Mardi Gras, a krewe of OAK original proclaimed by the city of New Orleans.

The summer parade is also different from the other large winter extravaganzas, since it begins on Oak Street in Uptown New Orleans, and runs along streets in the Carrollton area. The floats are mostly decorated golf carts, and a brass band joyfully leads the charge. The parade begins at the inimitable Maple Leaf Bar, at 8316 Oak Street, at 8:30 p.m.

Official Website: http://www.kreweofoak.org/