#sobersafespot
Join the Avenues Recovery
#SoberSafeSpot at the parades.
Look for the white flag!
Celebrate the joy and culture of Mardi Gras while staying committed to sobriety! The brainchild of Avenues Recovery alumni, Sober Safe Spot is a place to fully join in the revelry of Mardi Gras in a warm and welcoming atmosphere with like- minded members of the recovery community, their families, and friends.
The sober safe spot is strategically placed along the parade route in New Orleans and in Metairie from Feb. 2 through Feb. 13. Everyone in or supporting recovery is welcome!
Participants must arrive sober and must have fun!
Uptown – New Orleans
Find us at the corner of Napolean & St. Charles
| Date | Time | Parade |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2 | 6:00 p.m. | Krewe of Oshun |
| Feb 2 | Follows | Krewe of Cleopatra |
| Feb 2 | Follows | Krewe of Alla |
| Feb 3 | 11:30 a.m. | Krewe of Ponchartrain |
| Feb 3 | Follows | Legion of Mars |
| Feb 3 | Follows | Krewe of Choctaw |
| Feb 3 | Follows | Krewe of Freret |
| Feb 3 | 5:30 p.m. | Knights of Sparta |
| Feb 3 | Follows | Krewe of Pygmalion |
| Feb 4 | 11:00 a.m. | The Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale |
| Feb 4 | Follows | Krewe of Carrollton |
| Feb 4 | Follows | Krewe of King Arthur |
| Feb 7 | 6:15 p.m. | Krewe of Druids |
| Feb 7 | 6:45 p.m. | Krewe of Nyx |
| Feb 8 | 5:30 p.m. | Krewe of Babylon |
| Feb 8 | Follows | Krewe of Chaos |
| Feb 8 | Follows | Krewe of Muses |
| Feb 9 | 5:30 p.m. | Krewe of Hermes |
| Feb 9 | 6:30 p.m. | Krewe d’Etat |
| Feb 9 | 7:00 p.m. | Krewe of Morpheus |
| Feb 10 | 11:00 a.m. | Krewe of Iris |
| Feb 10 | 12:00 p.m. | Krewe of Tucks |
| Feb 11 | 11:00 a.m. | Krewe of Okeanos |
| Feb 11 | Follows | Krewe of Mid-City |
| Feb 11 | 12:00 p.m. | Krewe of Thoth |
| Feb 11 | 5:15 p.m. | Krewe of Bacchus |
| Feb 12 | 5:15 p.m. | Krewe of Poteus |
| Feb 12 | 6:00 p.m. | Krewe of Orpheus |
| Feb 13 | 10:30 a.m. | Krewe of Rex |
| Feb 13 | Follows | Krewe of Elks Orleans |
| Feb 13 | Follows | Krewe of Crescent City |
Metairie
Find us at the corner of Veterans & Richland
| Date | Time | Parade |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2 | 7:00 p.m. | Krewe of Excalibur |
| Feb 3 | 5:00 p.m. | Magical Krewe of Mad Hatters |
| Feb 4 | 4:00 p.m. | Krewe of Atlas |
| Feb 4 | Follows | Krewe of Caerus |
| Feb 8 | 6:30 p.m. | Krewe of Symphony |
| Feb 9 | 6:30 p.m. | Krewe of Selene |
| Feb 11 | 5:30 p.m. | Krewe of Athena |
| Feb 12 | 6:30 p.m. | Krewe of Centurions |
Since 1699, when French explorers arrived in Louisiana, Mardi Gras has been celebrated in New Orleans and its environs. In the 1830’s the parades and carnival atmosphere began in earnest. During its long history, it has become synonymous with overindulgence in general, and of course, booze. It can get wild out there, and alcohol is everywhere.
So, do people in recovery have to avoid the festivities while everyone is out enjoying themselves? Should they lock themselves in their homes until the revelry passes?
Is there a way for people in recovery to partake in the awesome parts of this centuries old tradition? Can our community of heroes have fun too?
Sober Safe Spots
After an overwhelming positive response to last year’s event, Avenues Recovery Sober Safe Spot is back! Join the Avenues recovery family for their annual Sober Safe Spot celebrating an alcohol and drug free Mardi Gras. Our sober safe spot, stationed at a prime location along the parade route, will be hopping with joy. Look for the big white flag, surrender to a higher power, and have fun with people who know just how you are feeling.
The best part of this? This project is spearheaded by our very own alumni! They show the world every day, that recovery is possible, recovery is beautiful, and recovery is fun! And like last year, this Mardi Gras they want to show it to you in New Orleans . So, on parade day this year, look out for the people that make up the Avenues Family. They are changing the landscape, one heart at a time.
Our staff will handing out the swag you absolutely must have. Proudly declare your commitment to sobriety and your commitment to a grand old time without the need for a drink.
Join us!
While you’re here, learn more about addiction and rehab:
Complete Guide to Understanding Addiction
Learn about Withdrawal
More information on Detox
Alcohol Addiction Information Center
Learn more about Fentanyl
Listen to the Rubber Bands Podcast
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