The Krewe of Pygmalion is bringing its Mardi Gras afterparty back to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on Jan. 30, 2027, with electronic duo Two Friends and country hitmaker Dustin Lynch set to headline. Returning performer Rachii rounds out the announced lineup, and tickets go on sale Monday at 10 a.m.
The krewe announced the return of its signature festival for another year, according to WWLTV. Two Friends are known for upbeat electronic-style music and their Big Bootie Mix remixes, which blend charted songs, TV intros and familiar sounds into hour-long mashups, per the outlet. Dustin Lynch, known for chart-topping, multi-platinum country music, has recorded hits including “Small Town Boy” and “Thinking ’Bout You” featuring Mackenzie Porter.
Organizers Call Last Year a Landmark for the Afterparty
Organizers described the prior year as a landmark year for the krewe's signature afterparty, the report notes. Jack P. Rizzuto, co-captain of the Krewe of Pygmalion, said Pygmalion Fest is an important part of the krewe's Mardi Gras tradition and that the krewe looks forward to bringing people together again. The krewe hopes to grow the event while preserving its Mardi Gras traditions, per the same account.
The 2026 edition marked the first time the parade's post-parade party moved to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, according to wgno.com. “Marshmello is a national act that we brought in to headline Pygmalion Fest,” organizers said at the time, as that festival and parade featured the world-renowned DJ and producer. That event took place on Saturday, Feb. 7, following the parade, according to wdsu.com.
Three Ticket Tiers, With a Shot at a Free Table
Organizers are offering three ticket packages for the 2027 fest. The Pyg Pass starts at $150 and includes admission for one guest, with holders allowed to bring their own beer, liquor and food. The Princess Pass starts at $250 and adds access to an open bar, though guests must still bring their own food.
The top-tier Captain's Pass starts at $350 and includes access to a premium open bar along with complimentary food, the station reported. Guests can reserve an entire table by purchasing 10 passes of the same tier, and fans can also enter for a chance to win a table for 10 with Pyg passes. Tickets for all three tiers go on sale Monday, Nov. 9, at 10 a.m.
A Krewe With Roots Dating to 1999
The Krewe of Pygmalion has been parading in Uptown New Orleans since 1999, Rizzuto has said, per wgno.com. Past Pygmalion Fest headliners have included T-Pain, Steve Aoki, the Ying Yang Twins and Pauly D, according to wdsu.com. The krewe's own event page has described the festival as ushering in a new era following its 25th year, though that characterization comes from a limited search-result excerpt rather than a full statement.
Sources differ on how the krewe styled its 2026 festival theme: WDSU reported it as “The Princess and the Pig,” while WGNO reported it as “The Princess and the Pyg.” Either way, the krewe now turns its attention to 2027, with a new headlining lineup and a convention center venue that organizers hope will help the celebration keep growing without losing its Mardi Gras roots.
