WDSU and its parent company, Hearst Television, are proud to announce the official live broadcast of the inaugural New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee Parade.Livestream | Download Very Local | Fan Guide to New Orleans | Purchase Super Bowl tickets | Super Bowl fan experience ticketsThe groundbreaking Mardi Gras-style celebration will take place Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m. CST. WDSU’s coverage of the parade begins at 9:30 a.m. This historic event will be carried nationwide on all Hearst Television stations, serving 26 media markets across 39 states, as well as the NFL Network, bringing the vibrant culture of New Orleans to audiences coast to coast.“We’re honored to share this incredible event with viewers across the country,” said Mike Neelly, president and general manager of WDSU, in an issued statement. “Through our broadcast partnership with the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee we’re showcasing not just a parade but the energy and cultural richness that make New Orleans so special.”The nationwide broadcast underscores the significance of New Orleans hosting its record-tying 11th Super Bowl. The parade will feature NFL-themed floats created by Carnival legend Barry Kern of Kern Studios, marching bands, local dance troupes and cultural groups, all designed to highlight the city’s unique spirit. Paradegoers can look forward to signature throws, including branded beads and plush footballs, as well as a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests and athletes. Louisiana’s own Todd Graves will reign as the king of the parade.“We’re thrilled to bring the spirit of New Orleans to a national audience through the Super Bowl Host Committee Parade,” said Billy Ferrante, senior vice president of marketing and operations for the Super Bowl Host Committee, in an issued statement. “We can’t wait to share this unforgettable experience with people across the country.”Parade route: The parade will begin at North Peters and Elysian Fields Avenue. It will travel down North Peters to Tchoupitoulas before turning onto Poydras. The parade will then travel down St. Charles Avenue to Gallier Hall. The parade will disband at St. Joseph Street. Traffic impacts: WDSU Traffic Reporter Brandi B. Harris breaks down all the road closures in the French Quarter and Downtown New Orleans for the parade in the video below: How to watch the parade: The parade will air live on WDSU, with coverage starting at 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 8. The parade will also stream live on WDSU.com, the WDSU Mobile app, Facebook, YouTube and the Very Local app. You can download the Very Local app here. How to track the parade: Those attending the parade can download the free WDSU Parade Tracker app to track the front and back of the parade. The WDSU Parade Tracker app is What is Very Local?Very Local is a streaming app where you can watch WDSU newscasts, original series and more. Keep connected to New Orleans with the news and weather team you trust, and discover original series and specials that explore your community and beyond.More about the 2025 Super Bowl:
WDSU and its parent company, Hearst Television, are proud to announce the official live broadcast of the inaugural New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee Parade.
Livestream | Download Very Local | Fan Guide to New Orleans | Purchase Super Bowl tickets | Super Bowl fan experience tickets
The groundbreaking Mardi Gras-style celebration will take place Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m. CST. WDSU’s coverage of the parade begins at 9:30 a.m.
This historic event will be carried nationwide on all Hearst Television stations, serving 26 media markets across 39 states, as well as the NFL Network, bringing the vibrant culture of New Orleans to audiences coast to coast.
“We’re honored to share this incredible event with viewers across the country,” said Mike Neelly, president and general manager of WDSU, in an issued statement. “Through our broadcast partnership with the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee we’re showcasing not just a parade but the energy and cultural richness that make New Orleans so special.”
The nationwide broadcast underscores the significance of New Orleans hosting its record-tying 11th Super Bowl.
The parade will feature NFL-themed floats created by Carnival legend Barry Kern of Kern Studios, marching bands, local dance troupes and cultural groups, all designed to highlight the city’s unique spirit. Paradegoers can look forward to signature throws, including branded beads and plush footballs, as well as a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests and athletes. Louisiana’s own Todd Graves will reign as the king of the parade.
“We’re thrilled to bring the spirit of New Orleans to a national audience through the Super Bowl Host Committee Parade,” said Billy Ferrante, senior vice president of marketing and operations for the Super Bowl Host Committee, in an issued statement. “We can’t wait to share this unforgettable experience with people across the country.”
Parade route:
The parade will begin at North Peters and Elysian Fields Avenue. It will travel down North Peters to Tchoupitoulas before turning onto Poydras.
The parade will then travel down St. Charles Avenue to Gallier Hall.
The parade will disband at St. Joseph Street.
Traffic impacts:
WDSU Traffic Reporter Brandi B. Harris breaks down all the road closures in the French Quarter and Downtown New Orleans for the parade in the video below:
How to watch the parade:
The parade will air live on WDSU, with coverage starting at 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 8.
The parade will also stream live on WDSU.com, the WDSU Mobile app, Facebook, YouTube and the Very Local app.
You can download the Very Local app here.
How to track the parade:
Those attending the parade can download the free WDSU Parade Tracker app to track the front and back of the parade.
The WDSU Parade Tracker app is
What is Very Local?
Very Local is a streaming app where you can watch WDSU newscasts, original series and more. Keep connected to New Orleans with the news and weather team you trust, and discover original series and specials that explore your community and beyond.
More about the 2025 Super Bowl:
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