New Orleans goes big for Mardi Gras with festive float-filled parades, dazzling balls and other events that draw tourists from around the world, but it’s also a time for local family gatherings.

Get in the carnival spirit with live music, beads, Mardi Gras mask craft station, face painting, creole cajun food, King Cake and of course – craft beer! This year, celebrate Mardi Gras in ...

Plus, the decorative and colorful facial coverings add to the magical spectacle that is Mardi Gras. While wearing a mask is an optional part of most Carnival celebrations, it’s actually a ...

Let’s get started. Mardi Gras Craft: Kids can join Fit4Mom to make their own Mardi Gras mask. Stick around afterward for open play on the playground. Free. 10:20 a.m. Feb. 21. Josiah Cephus ...

We were also reminded that at Mardi Gras, people liked to mask, and there would be some unique costumes. Mom went through the litany of sights we could expect, which included men dressing up like ...