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Benefiting Lids for Kids

The Krewe of Dominique Youx (KODY) is proud to announce its upcoming Pirates, Bourbon & Vines charity tasting event on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The event will bring together community members, bourbon enthusiasts, wine lovers, and supporters of local charities for an evening of fellowship and fundraising. Doors open at 5:00 PM and tastings begin at 6:00 PM. Guests will enjoy premium bourbon tastings, select wine tastings, raffles, cigars on the outdoor deck, and a festive pirate-themed atmosphere while supporting a worthy cause. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit Lids for Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children in need through educational support, safety initiatives, and community outreach.

Tasting Admission

  • Bourbon Tasting – $20
  • Wine Tasting – $20
  • Both Tastings – $30

Event Highlights

  • Premium bourbon tastings
  • Select wine tastings
  • Charity raffles and prizes
  • Cigars available on the outdoor deck
  • Pirate-themed entertainment and fellowship
  • Community networking and charitable giving

The event is proudly sponsored by the Marie Laveau float.

LEGEND OF DOMINIQUE YOUX

Learn more about the history
of the soldier, privateer, and
politician, Dominique Youx

Dominique Youx was an associate of renowned pirate Jean Lafitte.  He was a soldier, politician and privateer who played a key role in the founding of our young nation. Notably, he fought alongside Andrew Jackson, defeating the British in the critical Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812. Despite being arrested as a pirate, he was eventually pardoned and  served on the City Council. Upon his death, he was buried with full military honors. The Krewe of Dominique Youx celebrates his life and legacy, honoring his bravery and skill, while keeping the New Orleans Mardi Gras tradition alive right here in Panama City Beach, FL. Our Mardi Gras festival has been named as one of the top ten Mardi Gras festivals in the US.  It’s a great time for all ages. 

Our Krewe began humbly more than three decades ago, with a handful of golf carts parading through Bay Point.  We are now a vibrant, active 185-member krewe with a beautiful, brand-new Float Den and party facility, as well as a fleet of nine fantastic parade floats of varying themes. Each year we host two elaborate formal balls and two festivals. We also participate in four local and eight out-of-town parades, in addition to dozens of other smaller events that keep the festival spirit flowing year-round. An important part of the festivities is the selection of a Royal Court each year, led by our King as Captain Dominique Youx, along with his Queen and his court of six scurrilous pirates and their lovely princesses.

While this is always a great time for our members and a fun way to meet new people, we have a larger purpose. Our events promote tourism and bring lots of visitors to town, especially during the fall and spring, which boosts our local businesses. Through the KODY Foundation, our events also allow us to raise money for a wide variety of local non-profit organizations. We also rent out the activity room in the back of Barataria Bay (our “Float Den”) for meetings, parties, and other events. We’d love to host your group.

We welcome you to come to our festivals and parades for a unique, family-friendly experience. Of course, the best way to celebrate is to become a pirate yourself and join our band of rogues. More pirates means more mayhem, more beads, more fun!  ARRRGH!