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Where Should I Stand?
The right spot depends on the route and who you're with. Pick both and we'll point you to the best stretch - plus the local rules (neutral ground, ladders, crowds).
Recommended spots
The Uptown start (around Napoleon & St. Charles)
Thinner crowds, floats are fresh, and riders still have a full load of throws.
The Garden District (St. Charles)
Shady oaks and the family-friendly neutral ground - the postcard spot, and locals claim it hours early.
Tips for your group
- Set up on the neutral ground (the median) - it's the calmer, more spread-out side of the street.
- Arrive 1-2 hours early on weekends to claim a spot with shade and clear sightlines.
- The Uptown start and daytime parades are the most relaxed; the dense downtown crowds are for when you want the energy.
- Bring water, snacks, and a bag for catching throws.
- With kids? Ladders fitted with seats are allowed - place them back from the curb (the law is 6 ft) and never block walkways.