Another part of the traditional costume is the mask. Kindy Devillier, from Cajun Girls Corner, makes traditional Mardi Gras masks out of window screens and lagniappe from around the house.

Participants don elaborate, homemade costumes, with masks that ... need community-wide traditions like this all over the ...

For a night of revelry, head to the Atlanta Mardi Gras Ball and enjoy live music, great food, and awesome carnival vibes.