Revised 1/1/22

Unless indicated by specific conditions below, the Krewe does not offer any refunds nor credits for any event that occurs as scheduled.  This is especially true for any event that may occur during inclement weather.  If the City says it is safe to parade, then we will parade – no exceptions.

The Krewe does recognize there are circumstances beyond everyone’s control that may cause an entire event to be cancelled (i.e. inclement weather, power failure, pandemic, etc.).  When that occurs, the Board will compile all unavoidable costs (application fees, non-refundable deposits, prop rental, float painting, etc.) for the event, then determine each member's prorated share of those costs based on membership type.  This cost share will be applied against each member's collected dues/fees and any balance remaining will be credited back to the member’s account to be applied against future membership dues or event fees.

The Board has determined that sudden illness right before the parade, while regrettable, cannot be refunded as costs have been associated with the ride and cannot be resold to a new rider on short notice.  In those cases, the member is asked to work with their Float Lieutenant, to find a replacement rider.

Money spent on items from the Storefront will not be refunded as those items belong to the member and can either be picked up from the Den at a specified date or held over at the Den until next year’s ride.

The Krewe does recognize there are occasions and circumstances beyond a member’s control that warrant consideration of a refund/credit.  When that occurs, members are asked to send an email to Treasurer@KreweofOkeanos.org explaining the situation and indicating if they would like a refund or a credit.  The Board will review the request and reply as appropriate.
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How much you spend on throws is totally up to you.  For your convenience, the Krewe offers four (4) pre-packaged Rider Packs through the Storefront that range in price from $500 to $1,000.  The number of beads in these Rider Packs are the same, it is the additional items (like cups, doubloons and plush) that comprise the difference.  We also offer many items a la carte if you prefer to throw specific type of bead or item.

In general, first time and younger riders have a tendency to throw very quickly at the start of the parade because of the high excitement level.  So plan your purchases accordingly.  Your Float Lieutenant will be able to answer any specific questions you may have.

The Storefront is open to Members and Non-members alike.  Anything purchased from the Krewe, that is not scheduled to be loaded by the Krewe, can be picked up at the Den during any of the Bead Loading Dates.

The Den will be open on the Friday and Saturday before the parade so riders can load their beads and throws (please visit the Events calendar for specific dates and times).  Members are welcome to invite friends and family to join them at the Den during the scheduled Open Houses dates.

Everyone who buys a Rider Pack through the Storefront will have their beads and throws loaded for them!

The Coronation Ball is held several weeks before the ride.  During the Ball, the Parade’s King is introduced and his Queen is determined by kismet from the Court’s Maids.  Members who have paid for the Ride Event are encouraged to attend, and the admittance fee is included in the Ride Event fee.  Members and Court Participants are welcome to invite their family and friends to join them for this festive and exciting night.

Details, fees and registration can be found at the Ball Event on the calendar.