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Krewe of Nereids
Parade
WavelandRickey’s on Coleman
to the resilient spirit of the area’s citizens.
With direct access to the Mississippi
Sound, residents enjoy exceptional
fishing, boating, kayaking, and
beachgoing opportunities all year round.
Nature lovers are especially drawn to
the Garfield Ladner Memorial Pier and
the Lighthouse as a perfect setting for
family gatherings. Nearby is Buccaneer
State Park, a premier coastal destination
featuring a wave pool, waterslides,
campgrounds, an 18-hole disc golf
course and nature trails. Only minutes
down Beach Boulevard from Waveland
is the Silver Slipper Casino Hotel offering
gaming, dining, accommodations, and
entertainment right on the beachfront.
Waveland continues to grow as an
attractive place to live offering a diverse
range of housing options, from charming
historic cottages and elevated coastal
homes to modern new construction and
waterfront properties. All of this and
convenient shopping along the Highway
90 corridor, home to the Fairfield Inn and
TownePlace Suites by Marriott, makes
Waveland an ideal place to visit, invest, or
call home.
Historically a beloved coastal retreat
for residents of New Orleans, the City
of Waveland offers the rare blend of
relaxed small-town living and a vibrant
resort atmosphere along the beautiful
Mississippi Sound.
Known proudly as the “Hospitality City,”
Waveland has a way of turning weekend
visitors into lifelong residents, drawn by
its welcoming spirit, coastal charm, and
strong sense of community.
Waveland’s calendar is filled with
cherished traditions and lively events that
reflect its culture and resilience. Signature
celebrations include the Krewe of Nereids
Mardi Gras Parade, the Waveland Civic
Association’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day
Parade, the popular Crawfish Cook-off
and St. Clare Memorial Day Seafood Fest.
Some of these gatherings often center
around Coleman Avenue, the heart of
Waveland, where locals and visitors come
together to celebrate, dine, and enjoy the
coastal lifestyle. On Coleman you will also
find the Ground Zero Museum, a tribute
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