More on Sub-Krewes
A sub-krewe is a smaller entity in the Krewe of St. Catherine that has organized under a theme to roll in a cohesive group during the parade. A sub-krewe can include as many or as few people as desired, with a minimum of four people per sub-krewe. Some sub-krewes have contraptions, sound, costumes, signage, and, yet, others do not. This is up to the discretion of the sub-krewe. However, there will be judges along the parade route rating best costumes, performance, and overall sub-krewe.
Sub-krewes self-establish their own rules and guidelines (costume colors/basics, values, throw themes, etc). Some krewes are kid friendly, some have open membership, and some ask for additional krewe dues to cover expenses for shared resources. If you need help with this, let us know! We are happy to offer suggestions or point you in the direction of resources.
If you have an idea for a sub-krewe /group theme, we welcome your idea whole heartedly. Forming your own sub-krewe is easy. It really comes down to a solid concept that people want to be a part of and a good name.
We ask that sub-krewe names not be solely a business name, but they may incorporate a business name if desired (ex: Choo Choo Krewe, sponsored by Amtrak).
Krewe of St. Catherine Sub-krewe Registration & Dues
Parade Details
Route
- Line up will begin at 5:30 PM at the RSJ Hattiesburg Community Arts Center on Main St.
- Parade will “stroll” at 6:30 PM sharp down Main St., left to Front St., left to Mobile St.
- Parade Route Map
- Downtown Parking Map
Awards
- Judges and announcer will be at Pocket Museum Alley to rate sub-krewes. Three awards will be given: best costume, best performance, best overall sub-krewe.
- Awards are announced at the Block Party @ 207 Mobile St.
Rules
- Must be “human-powered” to enter the parade, which means walking with your feet, a stroller, a bike, wheelchair, roller blades, etc.
- One support golf cart is permitted per sub-krewe. Decorations HIGHLY encouraged (mind any rental guidelines!). No automobiles of a larger size permitted.
- Dogs are welcome if leashed. You must have a designated poop-picker-upper if you have dog in the parade.
- NO GLASS on the route! Absolutely none! That means no glass throws or bottles! Don’t bring it on the route at all.
- NO FIRE on the route! This is 100% against city regulations.
- NO GLITTER or CONFETTI may be thrown
Recommendations
- Sub-krewes will need to provide their own throws. We highly recommend making your own throws, like magnets, stickers, and bookmarks! Handmade trinkets are highly coveted souvineres.
- Costumes and or matching outfits are HIGHLY recommended. Keep in mind the parade is at night, so adding lights or glowing elements would have a BIG impact.
- Email us if you have any questions at kreweofstcatherine@gmail.com