Toomey's Mardi Gras Beads and Party Supplies

The whole place is a bit Robinson Crusoe-ish: a tiny island on Logan Martin Lake with a sandy beach, a roped-off swimming area and a treasure chest full of loot. “You sit there and you’ll see boats pull up and there’s kids and they’ll just jump up and start swimming,” said Jim Regan, the own...

Mardi Gras started many years ago in Mobile, Alabama. It’s been called the wildest gala in the U.S., and for good reason. Every year, droves of party goers flock to Mobile, AL to take in the floats, the festivities, the food, and to leave their mark.The throwing of Mardi Gras beads started...

Of course, the first thing you need is an umbrella. Think about your color palette. Sometimes all black is in order, and sometimes, the traditional colors of purple, green, and gold would be best. Of course, depending on the occasion, you can use any colors you like. Pick up a few ornaments and d...

All parades roll on Route A unless otherwise noted. Parade schedule dates and times are subject to change. Check this page for updates. Friday, January 22 6:30 PM Conde Cavaliers Parade Saturday, January 23 2:30 PM Bayport Parading Society Parade 6:30 PM Pharaohs' Mystic Society Parade 7...

It's started! Every year over 1 million people flock to downtown Mobile to catch the sights and sounds of Mardi Gras. The Mobile, AL parades have a long heritage as Mobile is the original home of Mardi Gras. Because of this traditional, heritage, and history, Mardi Gras is a special time of the y...

It's here! It's the season that we wait for all year in Mobile, Alabama.It's fun. Mardi Gras in Mobile filled with laughter and smiles. Giggles and excitement. Every year it brings out the kid in all of us.It's a tradition. Year after year the parades bring crowds from all around. It brings fam...

Now that's Christmas is over, it's time to turn your attention to the next big event in Mobile. The New Year's Eve Celebration with the Moonpie Drop!!! If you've never been to this amazing event, then you're in for a treat. The event is held in downtown Mobile and it's great fun for the entire fa...

Imagine this.  You're on the float. The crowds are there. Everyone is screaming for you to toss them your goodies. Then you look up. You see the crowd on the balcony. Then you look in the back. You see the crowd in the back. How do you reach them? Here's the top throws you'll want to hav...

Blink. Blink. Twinkle. Twinkle. Sparkle. Glint. Gleam.  Hold these new light up Mardi Gras throws in your hand and all eyes will STOP – and turn to you. This year you'll find one of the most popular new throws are light up trinkets – balls, beads, throw toys, wands, and plastic sticks. Plus...

Ho! Ho! Ho! Are you riding in an upcoming Christmas parade or New Year's parade? Here's some last minute parade throw ideas. If you're looking to have the crowds screaming and waving their hands for your throws, then this will be the most important thing you'll read today. Christmas Beads, Nec...