Check back closer to parade day for the specific route. Chewbacchus starts in the Marigny and makes its way through the French Quarter before ending near Canal Place.

FAQs

What should I know about costumes and throws?
Chewbacchus is a DIY parade, and DIY costumes + throws are highly encouraged, to whatever extent you’d like (even if that’s “not at all” and you get your costume pre-made!). Throws aren’t required, but it’s fun to have things to pass out. As a rule, quality > quantity. If in doubt, Chewbacchus’ website has guidelines for your throws.

What time does lineup start?
The parade will start at 7PM, but lineup happens in the hours prior and is very fun! Make your way over to enjoy the costumes and heightening activity before dark. And don’t sweat it if you’re running late—although the parade starts at 7PM, we are typically in the middle of the (very large) parade and won’t start walking until a bit later.

Where are we in lineup? How do I find the krewe?
We usually get that info in the week leading up to the parade and will add it here when we know.

Where and when can I pick up my Droid Collar (wristband)?
There will be several events before the parade—PLEASE take advantage of these events and grab your wristband before parade day, or make arrangements with a fellow krewe member to grab it for you. We’ll add the 2026 pickup events when we have them.

Can someone pick up my wristband for me?
Stay tuned!

Do Redshirts (parade escorts) need wristbands?
Yes! Everyone participating in the parade needs a wristband, including Redshirts. Redshirt wristbands can be picked up at any of the other pickup events. If you would like us to pick one up for you, please email the Redshirt’s name to kreweofwonderwomen@gmail.com.

What is and isn’t allowed on the route?
Per Chewbacchus’ website:

The big one: no glass on the parade route. This means no glass throws, beer bottles, or other glass containers or materials. REALLY. NO GLASS. AT ALL. EVER. This one applies to more than just Chewbacchus. It’s a parade day basic across the board. No one wants to cut themselves on broken glass when they’re trying to enjoy the parade.

In addition to the prohibition against glass throws, please do not hand out condoms or “sexually oriented devices,” dead or live animals or insects, things with sharp points, noxious substances, or silly string. Additionally, Chewbs should not distribute any throws with advertisements for any commercial entity or that is redeemable for a prize or discount. These things may incur fines that the Krewe will have to ask you to pay for. Nobody wants that.

Also, please do not use packaging for throws. Packaging is trash and we have to clean up your mess. Chewbacchus strives to be as green a krewe as possible. Plastic sux. String, fabric and other non-plastic packaging is a great way to keep small things separate. If you must use packaging, please remove it before handing it out and collect your own trash as you go.