Krewe of Bilge Poker Run

The 35th Annual Krewe of Bilge Poker Run takes place on Sunday, May 24, 2026, in Slidell, Louisiana. The event runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and continues the Krewe’s Memorial Day weekend boating tradition on the Northshore. The official Krewe of Bilge Poker Run page lists the 2026 event date as May 24, 2026.

Boaters take part in a day-long poker run with multiple stops around the Slidell area. The route starts and ends at The Blue Crab Restaurant and includes stops at Phil’s Marina Cafe, Tammany Yacht Club, and The Blind Tiger Slidell, according to the event flyer.

Participants compete for cash prizes, with $2,000 awarded for first place, $550 for second place, and $375 for third place. Jokers are available for $60 each, and the event also includes an early entry prize of $100 along with door prizes. The Krewe describes the Poker Run as one of the area’s largest and notes that it is held on the Sunday of every Memorial Day weekend.

The event keeps the Krewe’s festive boating culture front and center, with costumes encouraged and a Mardi Gras-style atmosphere on the water. The Krewe of Bilge Poker Run remains one of Slidell’s long-running boating events and brings together local boaters, sponsors, restaurants, and supporters for a full day on the water.