02/27/2022
Krewe of Wrecks Parade rolls Sunday, Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. along Via de Luna from Avenida 10 to the Gulfside Pavilion.
Tips for Spectators:
This year officials expect the parking lots to be full and the streets to be lined with ready revellers.
Here are a few Mardi Gras reminders to help the good times roll:
• There is no charge to attend, but it’s wise to come early and stay late.
• It’s ok to bring chairs, coolers.
• Parking lots begin to fill up about 10 a.m. Parking is free.
• There are public restrooms located at the Casino Beach and Pensacola Beach Boardwalk.
• Treat the beach residential area with the same respect as you would your neighborhood.
• Use caution when parking on side streets. Do not block driveways and stay away from soft sand.
• There are port-o-lets along the parade route to accommodate spectators, krewe members.
• Island businesses open early for breakfast.
• The parade floats line up beginning at 10 a.m. on Via de Luna. Stroll along the sidewalk and get a glimpse of the floats and riders.
• Drivers should anticipate road closures. Prior to parade time, roads on Pensacola Beach will be closed to vehicular traffic, and will remain closed until the parade has disbanded at the Casino Beach parking lot. The closures begin and end at the discretion of the Sheriff’s Department.
• The parade rolls, rain or shine, at 2 p.m.
• Spectators, if you want to catch beads, find a spot behind the barricades. Float Riders are cautioned by authorities to keep beads in hand until the parade reaches the barricaded route. The barricades begin at Avenida 10 and Via de Luna and line the entire parade route up to the Casino Beach parking lot.
• Do not throw beads or anything else at the float riders.
• Stay behind the barricades, do not climb over barricades.
• Underage drinking will not be tolerated.
• Let the good times roll, but do not drink and drive.
• Be considerate of those around you. Use common sense.
• Call 9-1-1 in case of emergency.