Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans 23rd Ball – "Fairy Tales"

Keep in mind the ball could sell out, since more than half our seats already are sold! Check out the table map... and order your tickets now! There are still great seats available on the theater floor as well as two fabulous VIP balconies.

We welcome you to join The Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans as we present our 23rd Bal Masque, "Apollo Fairy Tales: Once Upon a Time," January 17, 2026, at the historic Carver Theater in New Orleans.

The ball will honor our reigning King and Queen Apollo New Orleans XXII Jake Stout and Gia GiaVanni and culminate in the presentation of King and Queen Apollo New Orleans XXIII Lance Walker-Schlosser and Monique Autin Breaux to preside over the remainder of the 2026 Mardi Gras season.

With an exciting venue and a rapidly growing Krewe, the ball promises to be fun for everyone as we present costumes inspired by fairy tales you know and love – with a distinctive Apollo twist.

You'll get to enjoy appearances from the Wizard of Oz, several Disney princesses, fabled characters, and, of course, queens and fairies! You're sure to be entertained as you venture from under the sea to an enchanted forest with Apollo twists along the way, such as the Prince and the Frog, La Petit Rouge,... and more.

​We look forward to having you join us for an evening of food, fun and friends.

ATTIRE

Full formal. Tux or evening gown required for entry. Visiting Royalty are welcome to wear crowns and sashes.

MENU

Complimentary food will be available prior to and during the tableau provided by Nola DeeLights (jambalaya, chicken pasta, dips, deviled eggs, etc). After the tableau, a desert bar with king cakes and other goodies, as well as water and coffee service, will get you ready to dance until the clock strikes midnight!

Cash bars provided by venue throughout the night. Absolutely no outside beverages allowed! Guests must be 18 to enter and 21 to drink, as per applicable liquor laws.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tableau begins at 8 p.m. (All guests should plan to be seated before the tableau begins) Complimentary king cakes, dancing, photos with royalty, and more after the tableau.

All ticket sales are final. Absolutely no refunds. If necessary after purchase, your ticket(s) may be transferred to someone else for an exchange fee.

HOTEL INFORMATION: We do not have a specific room block for this year's ball, but there are a number of nearby hotels along Rampart Street and in the French Quarter, including the Homewood Suites by Hilton (on Rampart near the Saenger Theater).

PARKING: Free parking is available in the paved lot next to the theater, as well as in three additional grass lots controlled by the Carver Theater. Street parking along Basin Street adjacent to the theater also is available. Security guards will be available to direct you to the lots and to watch them during the event. (Please see the map below for locations of grass parking lots.)

There can be inherent risks (particularly as they relate to the spread of Covid 19 and other diseases) in attending an event such as this one. Please follow current guidance regarding any safety protocols, such as wearing masks, if applicable at the time of the ball.

By attending this event, all guests agree to release and indemnify the Historic Carver Theater, the Mystic Krewe of Apollo de New Orleans, and all of their representatives from any loss, damages, illness, or injury related to participating in the event and waive all rights to bring claims related thereto.

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