Reuben Battley, a member of the Zulu Walking Warriors, poses in his costume at the 2024 Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club Mardi Gras parade. Credit: Reuben Battley “Honestly, with Joann closing it’s ...

All along Jackson Avenue at the start of the Krewe of Zulu parade, family and friends gathered wearing Mardi Gras purple, gold and green. Many reclined in chairs, ready to enjoy the long haul.

All along Jackson Avenue at the start of the Krewe of Zulu parade, family and friends gathered wearing Mardi Gras purple, gold and green. Many reclined in chairs, ready to enjoy the long haul.

All along Jackson Avenue at the start of the Krewe of Zulu parade, family and friends gathered wearing Mardi Gras purple, gold and green. Many reclined in chairs, ready to enjoy the long haul.

The parades were required to wrap up by 11:30 a.m. Tuesday to avoid worsening weather. All along Jackson Avenue at the start of the Krewe of Zulu parade, family and friends gathered wearing Mardi Gras ...