The countdown to Carnival has officially begun. The Bolivar Peninsula Lighthouse Krewe ignited the 2026 Mardi Gras season in spectacular fashion on Sunday, November 16th, with their annual “King and Queen Brunch.”
The reigning royalty, King Morris and Queen Renee Montalvo, alongside Duke Mingo and Duchess Maddie Perez, hosted the festive gathering at Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp.
A salute goes to the 2026 Royal Court, Jeff and Marie Butler, Luke and Perry English, and Scott Wright and Wendy Dozier! The Krewe’s new sovereigns were determined by a random cupcake draw, and it was Jeff and Marie Butler who found the coveted “baby” in their treat! A heartfelt Laissez les bons temps rouler to the entire court!
[photos by Jeff & Marie Butler]
This year’s Bolivar Mardi Gras parade lands perfectly on February 14th—Valentine’s Day, combining romance and revelry! It’s a match made in Carnival heaven, making the theme for the 2026 season an enchanting one: “Love Is In the Air”!
The Lighthouse Krewe has a calendar overflowing with exciting events, including stately dances, spirited parties, and, of course, the grand parade, all leading up to the climax of Fat Tuesday (February 17, 2026).
Want to join the most vibrant celebration on the coast? Whether you dream of decking out your ride for the Bolivar parade or securing a spot on the main float, the Krewe welcomes you to the merriment! Dive into the details on how to get involved by visiting Website: https://www.lighthousekrewe.org/ or Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1752736888664113/events
