Known for its spectacular parades, floats, marching bands, throws, and King cake, Mardi Gras is the biggest celebration in New Orleans. The first recorded Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans took ...

Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday,” is celebrated around the world, but here in Southwest Louisiana, our Mardi Gras celebration is closely connected to our Catholic faith and historically French ...

The deep, shimmering red and gold embellishments on this manicure channel the opulence of a Mardi Gras ball. For the base, the artist used a mix of glossy and satin finishes. Keep it cute and ...

The former queens of the Krewe of Dorians' balls gathered during the Carnival season to share memories and mirth at Commander's Palace. Shown attending are, seated from left, Ann Lindsey Wilhelm ...

NEW ORLEANS — The Friday before Mardi Gras is historically a day for the locals; it's a time for Southeast Louisianians to enjoy the carnival and each other before tourists flock here.

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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 ...

Shaquille O'Neal connected with Jameis Winston during a "football" pass in an only-in-New Orleans moment during the 2025 Mardi Gras season. O'Neal was this year's King of Bacchus, essentially the ...

It's Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday — time to kick off the 2025 Easter season, followed by Ash Wednesday which will give way to the start of the Lent. Unlike many other holidays, the dates of Easter ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The Carnival season will wrap up with a big storm on Mardi Gras Day that will yield multiple weather impacts. Today is not of concern and your Lundi Gras activities will be ...

LAFAYETTE PARISH — The annual Mardi Gras Festival kicked off at Cajun Field Friday, bringing five days of celebration with a lineup of food, music, and entertainment. The festivities will ...