The annual KOE Lundi Gras party is held Monday, the day before Fat Tuesday.
Fins restaurant to renew friendships, greet new members and trade special throws.
Krewe members bring along beads, doubloons and trinkets to throw or hand out to the Mardi Gras crowds.
In addition to the themed items, many members spend the year creating special throws which are shared with each other at the Lundi Gras party.
On Mardi Gras Day, the parade starts with the Krewe gathering in front of St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square.
Previous years saw the KOE marching parade embark on Fat Tuesday through the French Quarter on a predetermined route accompanied by the Treme Brass Band.
As soon as the Mardi Gras is over the Captain and lieutenants begin work on the next year's theme and activities.