Mardi Gras in the Big Easy is almost over, but the energy is still alive. Despite some schedule changes and cancellations due to weather concerns, people still took over the streets for the ...

Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day. The city’s iconic Fat Tuesday parades are adapting to the ...

Tuesday is Mardi Gras, also known by its English translation Fat Tuesday. It's the festival that happens before the start of Lent, the 40-day period observed by certain Christian denominations ...

There was never any question that Mardi Gras would go forward after the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. But some revelers felt at least a hint of ...

Get your beads and King Cakes out! Mardi Gras is officially upon us! The annual celebration is one of the most iconic cultural events in the United States, known for exuberant parades, festive ...

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, falls on the day before Ash Wednesday each year, which begins the Lenten season. In 2025, Mardi Gras is on March 4. Lost Dog Cafe and Lounge, as well as A Tavolo ...

Big Chief Demond Melancon wears his Red Cloud suit amongst other members of Mardi Gras Indian tribes ... More during Mardi Gras 2014. In February 2021, the usual bustle of New Orleans’ Canal ...

From high-energy parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. The holiday which is less than a week away, is just ahead of ...

Mardi Gras is about making memories, having fun, and celebrating the season in a way that’s accessible for all. And for Paulette Broussard, that means a free space on her bingo card — and ...

Carnival season is in full effect and has been for weeks. Now, it's almost time for Mardi Gras! Beginning as a religious holiday observed prior to the Christian Lenten season, Mardi Gras has ...

Alexandria will host multiple Mardi Gras events. Festivities begin Friday, Feb. 28, and continue through Monday, March 3. The Alexandria Mardi Gras Association's Krewes Parade will take place at 2 ...

The Carnival season will end on Mardi Gras, which is now one week away! From parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday.