Learn about the history of some of the most popular Mardi Gras traditions so you can celebrate in New Orleans the right way!

It was the fact that everyone was welcomed in what his family called the "Mardi Gras house," whether they were on the 50-page guest list or revelers in otherworldly costumes dancing on the streets.

Mardi Gras started in Mobile in 1703 and has its fair share of elaborate floats and colorful costumes. They do not have as many parades ... New Orleans If you are looking for a bigger party experience ...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The good times and parades still rolled in New Orleans for Mardi Gras Day celebrations early ... whose spectacular beaded and bejeweled costumes are topped with feathered ...

Indians—or Black Maskers, as many practitioners now prefer to be called—resilience isn’t just woven into the culture ...

Right now, police are investigating several violent crimes that originated Mardi Gras weekend through Ash ... At least two men are spotted inside the station wearing ski masks, appearing to ...

In a historic and unprecedented celebration, the Krewe of Argus, originally set to roll on Mardi Gras on Tuesday, March 4, will now join the St. Patrick’s Parade of Jefferson on Sunday ...

Mardi Gras threatened: In New Orleans, officials rushed to reschedule Mardi Gras day events and shorten parade routes to avoid the potentially destructive weather. Winds were gusting to 40 mph in ...

Before Barkus and after today’s celebration, The Windsor Court threw Petey a tea party where they served him something special. (WGNO/Kenny Lopez) “Our executive chef made his favorite ...

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