WDSU Parade Tracker

Follow every New Orleans parade live with real time GPS tracking

WDSU Parade Tracker turns the chaos of Carnival season into something surprisingly manageable. Designed around live GPS tracking, it shows you exactly where the front of each parade is on the route, letting you time your arrival perfectly instead of guessing and waiting on the curb for hours.

The main map view is the star here. Parades are clearly marked, routes are highlighted, and the live position updates often enough to feel genuinely “real time” as floats snake through New Orleans streets. For locals and visitors alike, it’s an excellent way to decide where to stand, when to move, and which parade to catch next.

Beyond live tracking, the app offers detailed schedules and route maps for more than 70 Carnival parades, plus other seasonal favorites throughout the year like St. Patrick’s Day, Krewe of Boo, Bayou Classic, Krewe of Jingle, and the Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade. Everything is organized in a straightforward list, so it’s easy to see what’s rolling today, tomorrow, or later in the season.

WDSU also folds in news, videos, slideshows, and live coverage, giving you a hub for parade-related content. You can even share your own photos and clips, which helps capture the energy of Mardi Gras beyond simple dots on a map. Push notifications for delays, route changes, and major updates are particularly handy when weather or crowds force last-minute adjustments.

There are a few drawbacks: GPS accuracy can dip in dense areas, and constant tracking will drain battery faster during long parade days. The interface, while functional, can feel slightly busy when news and media stories pile up.

Still, for anyone serious about maximizing their parade experience, WDSU Parade Tracker is an essential companion.