HAPPINESS
New Orleans's culture is a living inheritance. We honor its traditions, crafts, music, rituals, and "spiritual felicity."
About Us
Many Voices,
One Spirit
A Krewe for everyone who calls this city home — and everyone this city has ever welcomed.
Our Mission
The Krewe of Bulbancha brings together people of all backgrounds in the spirit of fellowship and celebration. Inspired by the Indigenous description of New Orleans as the “place of many tongues,” we seek to enrich our community through New Orleans traditions, artistic expression, service, a deep appreciation for life, and the diverse cultures that make our city extraordinary.
Long before it was New Orleans, this was Bulbancha — a meeting ground where many of languages were spoken side by side.
As a Krewe, this is what we strive to represent: many people from many walks of life, sharing cultures, breaking bread, and embracing the city, its resources, and history. Sounds like Mardi Gras at its best: the whole city in one place- neighbors and strangers alike, building bonds and sharing common ground. That is the Krewe we are building.
What We Stand For
Our Pillars
PROTECTION
Through the Love The Boot Campaigns "Keep Louisiana Beautiful" and "Love Our Waterways,” we are committed to protecting our natural resources and communities.
BROTHERHOOD
One Spirit: People from all backgrounds and all walks of life. We are "One Spirit." Everyone who joins brings a voice, and every voice changes the sound of the whole.
Membership
Charter Members
We are in our founding year. The Charter Members Induction will be held in Spring 2027; those who join in the spring will receive Legacy Benefits, help to shape our Krewe and be a part of what we become, — our traditions, how we celebrate, and the interests and causes we choose to embrace.
If that sounds like something you are interested in, attend the interest meeting. If you can't make it, send us a note; we'll be happy to hear from you!!
Get In Touch
Questions About Joining?
We are happy to talk through membership, dues, and what the first season looks like.