From Parade to Party: What to Expect at the Monster Mash

So you survived the Krewe of BOO!—you’ve caught your haunted plushies, dodged a flying eyeball, and danced in the streets with skeletons on stilts. What now?

You go straight to the Monster Mash.

This isn’t just any after-party. The Monster Mash is where the night truly comes alive. It's New Orleans’ Halloween heartbeat—a full-throttle, costumed, cocktail-fueled bash where the spooky, the sparkly, and the just-plain-strange come to get down.

Here’s your no-nonsense, glow-in-the-dark guide to what you can expect:

🎧 DJs That’ll Raise the Dead

As soon as you step into the Generations Hall, you’ll be hit with beats that summon the spirits and shake the cobwebs off your bones.

Expect high-energy sets from local DJs spinning:

• Funky remixes

• Spooky classics

• New Orleans bounce

• Monster-themed mashups (yes, “Thriller” is absolutely on the playlist)

There’s no excuse not to dance when the DJ drops a beat that makes even the ghosts twerk. Expect DJ Wixx and DJ Taff to get the beat pumpin'!

🎷 Live Music That’ll Possess You

Because this is New Orleans, the Monster Mash brings in live bands that go beyond your average cover set. Think:

• Brass bands with a voodoo twist

• Funk-infused rock groups

• Retro party bands

Past favorites like JT & The Ka-nection Band and Flow Tribe have turned the Monster Mash into an all-night groove-fest. So whether you want to air guitar in your devil horns or swing your cape to a killer sax solo, you’re in the right place.

🍸 Multiple Bars with Sinister Spirits

Dry ice fog? Glow-in-the-dark cocktails? Bartenders in vampire fangs? Absolutely.

Monster Mash bars serve up themed drinks with names like:

• “Zombie Bite”

• “Blood Moon Margarita”

• “Witch’s Elixir”

• “The BOOgie Manhattan”

And yes—there’s a full bar for your less-ghoulish preferences too.

🍴 V.I.P. Experience That’s to Die For

After chasing floats and dancing with werewolves, you’ve earned a break from the crowd. The Monster Mash VIP Experience offers exclusive access to private seating areas, dedicated bar service, and premium perks to keep you comfortable through the witching hour.

Expect elevated hospitality with a Halloween twist—think:

• Private viewing lounges with killer views

• Bottle service and spooky signature cocktails

• Exclusive access to rest areas (because even vampires need to recharge)

It’s the ultimate way to haunt in style—no tricks, all treats. 🥂🕸️💀

🎭 The Costume Contest to End All Costume Contests

If you went light on the costume, you’ll regret it here. The Monster Mash costume contest is infamous.

Categories may include:

• Best Couple/Group Costume

• Scariest

• Funniest

• Most Creative

• Best Use of Glow-in-the-Dark Body Paint

Judges have been known to reward sheer audacity, punny brilliance, and over-the-top theatrics. Bonus points for fog machines and moving parts.

🔮 Bonus Fun: You Never Know What You’ll See

• A conga line of witches

• A spontaneous brass band encore

• Surprise krewe member appearances in full regalia

• A vampire slow-dancing with a hot dog

The Monster Mash is the kind of party where anything can happen, and usually does.

👻 Final BOO Breakdown:

🦴 What	The Monster Mash — Krewe of BOO!’s Official After-Party
📍 Where	Generations Hall, Warehouse District
🕗 When	Right after the parade until you (or your horns) fall off
🎟️ Tickets	Required — and it will sell out
🎭 Dress Code	Full costume encouraged. Basic is banned.
🧛 Crowd	Everyone from krewe members to out-of-town monsters

One Night. One Dance Floor. Infinite BOO-tential. If you’re coming to the Krewe of BOO! parade, don’t miss your chance to keep the haunt alive at the Monster Mash.

🖤 See you on the dance floor, ghoulfriend. 🖤