Sunday, November 15, 2026
New Orleanians Roy and Kathy Hershberger organized the spectacular Mardi Gras celebration.
Lauri Kalanges (center) was chosen Miss Mardi Gras 2022 for the most striking costume and is congratulated by Kathy and Roy Hershberger.
The Happy Jazz Band from Naples played Carnival music and joined members in parading to "let the good times roll"!
An authentic Creole meal preceded a night of dancing and revelry.
Colorful and creative costumes abounded.
There was no controversy around “masking” at the MIYC Mardi Gras party!
A Mardi Gras celebration to rival New Orleans was held by the Marco Island Yacht Club March 1st. Masked revelers dressed in a glorious array of colorful costumes entered a transformed Yacht Club decked out in the traditional purple, green and gold of Mardi Gras. A full brass band- the Happy Jazz Band led by Dr. Jim Glover - fired up the party spirit, and beads, beads, beads were everywhere.
A sumptuous Creole feast was prepared by Chef Jono, and each “Krewe” paraded to the buffet when their table number was called, twirling napkins and spinning colorful umbrellas to the beat of the brass band. The buffet brimmed with Shrimp Remoulade, Chicken and Andouille Jambalaya, Shrimp Creole, Cajun Brisket, Grouper Meuniere, Creole Creamed Spinach and Maque Choux Corn. The Krewe with the most audacious parade to the Buffet received two bottles of wine for their table.
After dinner, the revelry transitioned to rock and roll as partiers danced to the playlist of DJ Scott Dean. Mardi Gras energy was on full display on the dance floor.
The event was organized by Yacht Club members Roy and Kathy Hershberger, New Orleanians who truly knew the ropes of creating an authentic Mardi Gras bash.
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