Greasing of the Poles
The 55th annual Greasing of the Poles will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans. The event marks the start of Mardi Gras weekend and begins at 10 a.m., with a competition to see who can climb the greased poles the fastest. The tradition originated as a security measure to deter people from …
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