Endymion Ball

OK, I'm going to New Orleans this w/e for my first Mardi Gras in the city. I'll be riding in the Okeanos parade Sunday morning. I also have an invite to the Endymion Ball Saturday. Anybody ever gone to this? If so, any notes or pointers on the ball or parade ride?

Also...any hot chicks want a free pass to the ball, post pictures here.