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Events & Celebrations · Parades · Photo essay

Krewe of Joan of Arc Parade

French Quarter, New Orleans

Carnival opened in the French Quarter with the Krewe of Joan of Arc, where medieval pageantry, handmade details, and street-level moments marked the first night of the 2026 season.

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