LAGNIAPPE | Krewe of BOO! New Orleans' Official Halloween Parade

COSTUME IDEAS

Want to know what to wear either on the float, to the parade, or to the costume afterparty? We've got a plethora of idea boards, inspiration pics, and quick tips for you!

It's time to maskerade!

BROWSE

HAUNTED NEW ORLEANS

The latest creation of Chief Spookster, Brian Kern, HauntedNewOrleans.com. The site is currently under construction, so please check back soon for updates.

COMING SOON: Please pardon our pixel dust.

VISIT THE SITE

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The Krewe of BOO! is proud to grace the silver screen in its Hollywood debut! Check out the climatic scene in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back where Tom Cruise fights his way through the Halloween parade Krewe of BOO! in search of his nemesis.

DISCOVER

PARADE TIMELINE

Since 2013, Chief Spookster Brian Kern has honored numerous celebrity guests as King, Queen, and Grand Marshall of the Krewe of BOO! Halloween Parade. Check out past parades and see who will be crowned next year!

TIMELINE

PARADE HISTORY
& BOO ORIGINS

Dive into how our Halloween krewe began in 2008, and explore the evolution of the parade from a modest Uptown affair to a citywide celebration on Halloween night. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a die-hard local, our blog brings you stories, history, visual inspiration, behind-the-scenes peeks, and all the eerie excitement that makes Halloween in New Orleans unforgettable.

HALLOWEEN HISTORY
& TRADITIONS

In New Orleans, Halloween is more than just costumes and candy—it's a rich tapestry woven from centuries of superstition, spirituality, and celebration. This blog category explores the roots of All Hallows’ Eve in the Crescent City, tracing its evolution from ancient European rituals to the uniquely local blend of voodoo, Catholicism, and Creole folklore. Discover how haunted history, candlelit cemeteries, ghost legends, and costumed revelry shaped Halloween into one of the city’s most beloved—and bewitching—seasons.

COSTUMES, CULURE,
& COCKTAILS

This is where spooky style meets Crescent City flair. Celebrate the creative spirit that makes Halloween in New Orleans a feast for the senses. Explore costume inspiration ranging from creepy to couture, learn about the cultural roots behind our most iconic looks, and shake up the season with festive drinks worthy of a haunted happy hour. Whether you're planning your Krewe of BOO! ensemble, mixing potions for a pre-parade party, or just soaking in the seasonal magic, this blog category brings together all the fashion, flavor, and folklore that define Halloween — NOLA style.

HAUNTED HISTORY
& LOCAL LORE

Step into the shadows of New Orleans with tales that blur the line between legend and truth. Uncover the city’s eeriest stories — ghostly sightings, voodoo queens, haunted mansions, and long-lost souls who still linger in the mist. From the secrets of the French Quarter to the spirits said to roam above-ground cemeteries, this category dives deep into the supernatural side of the Crescent City. Prepare to be thrilled, chilled, and captivated by the haunted heartbeat of NOLA.