
More than 1,000 polyamorous couples have descended on New Orleans for the world's largest swinging convention.

The annual Naughty in N'awlins event, held in the world famous city in Louisiana, includes a massive Sexual Freedom Parade.

The parade, which organizers claim is the biggest of its kind in the country, is aimed at raising awareness of polyamorous relationships, swinging lifestyles and 'archaic laws outlawing sex toys'.

More than 1,000 polyamorous couples have descended on New Orleans for the world's largest swinging convention

A woman holds up a sign saying 'monogomy isn't natural' during the Sexual Freedom Parade, part of Naughty in N'awlins event held in New Orleans

The annual Naughty in N'awlins event, held in the world famous city in Louisiana, includes a massive Sexual Freedom Parade

The parade, which organizers claim is the biggest of its kind in the country, is aimed at raising awareness of polyamorous relationships

The massive parade, attended by more than 1,000 couples, also promotes swinging lifestyles and awareness of 'archaic laws outlawing sex toys

Vibrant photos showed scantily clad swingers frolicking through the streets of New Orleans draped in colourful beads

Attendees of the controversial parade are encouraged to design and bring their own signs to show their support

Accompanied by a brass band and dance troupes, the route starts behind the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel and goes four blocks on Bourbon Street before returning to the hotel for a Sexual Freedom Party.

Thousands of men and women 'take over' one of the French Quarter's biggest hotels where they attend workshops, seminars, parties, naked speed dating and - most importantly - nightly erotic balls.

The week-long convention is also aimed at shining a spotlight on issues from sexual discrimination to custody issues.

Vibrant photos showed scantily clad swingers strolling through the streets of New Orleans draped in colourful beads.

The massive parade featuring some very elaborate parades is accompanied by a brass band and dance troupes

The route starts behind the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel and goes four blocks on Bourbon Street before returning to the hotel for a Sexual Freedom Party

More than 1,000 frisky couples attend the Naughty in Nawlins event and parade in New Orleans, USA every year

A brass band atop a balcony play at the Sexual Freedom Parade in New Orleans

A couple upon a float during the Sexual Freedom Parade which tries to shine a light on polyamorous relationships

In one of the strangest scenes at an already bizarre event, a man in a bloodied rabbit mask poses on top of a parade float

A proud parade-goer holds up a sign saying 'sex work is work' and 'freedom to celebrate sex'

Thousands of men and women 'take over' one of the French Quarter's biggest hotels at the end of the parade, where attendees are encouraged to wear white

During the week-long event, couples attend workshops, seminars, parties, naked speed dating and - most importantly - nightly erotic balls

Jackie Melfi, 53, who has been swinging for five years, throws beads from a float during the Sexual Freedom Parade

Two women on swings at the Sexual Freedom Parade, part of Naughty in N'awlins event held in New Orleans

The week-long convention is also aimed at shining a spotlight on issues from sexual discrimination to custody issues

Stickers (left) on a door in the hotel where Naughty in N'awlins is held include phrases including 'the love doctor is in', while a sign (right) promotes polyamorous relationships

The lifestyle swinging awards are held at the Naughty in N'awlins held in New Orleans, Louisiana

Alisha, a 26-year-old swinger from Texas who attended with husband, Robert, said: 'Robert and I have been swinging for over a year and it has definitely enhanced our relationship.

'Swinging is not just about having fun, it's about honestly communicating with your partner, meeting new people and making new friends. Naughty in N'awlins is one of our favourite events of the year.'

Keira Harris, one of the 'marshals' for the event, said she wishes she could show affection for both of her partners in public.

My husband's girlfriend would be able to get the same insurance benefits that I get,' said Harris, a volunteer director at the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.

Alisha, a 26-year-old swinger from Texas, said she and her husband Robert had been swinging for over a year and 'it has definitely enhanced our relationship'

'Swinging is not just about having fun, it's about honestly communicating with your partner,' Alisha went on (other swinging couples pictured)

John & Jackie Melfi, bloggers from OpenLove101.com, were granted the honor of 'marshaling' the event (another swinging couple, right)

Though tickets for the New Orleans are no longer on sale, entry to the Los Angeles parade and event costs as muc as $699 a couple

Holi, 32, and Michael Bell (left), 38, from California and stars of hit tv show 'Swingers,'enjoy a kiss at the Sexual Freedom Parade while Jackie Melfi stands on a balcony

A swinging couple at Naughty in Nawlins held in New Orleans, Louisiana

John & Jackie Melfi, bloggers from OpenLove101.com, were also granted the honor of 'marshaling' the event.

Bob Hannaford, organizer of the annual Naughty in N'awlins convention, said it was an honor 'to have such a diverse and inspiring list of leaders' coming together to support the parade.

Though tickets for the New Orleans are no longer on sale, entry to the Los Angeles parade and event costs as muc as $699 a couple.