Most kids in New Orleans dream of being in a Mardi Gras parade, as drum majors or flag twirlers. Some schools give them the chance to live that dream early, on a smaller scale. On Friday ...

Mardi Gras parades are not exclusive to New Orleans, or adults. Dressed in colorful costumes, dozens of children, and plenty of adults, representing Krewe de Prank and other local Mardi Gras ...

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your ...

my memories of past Mardi Gras seasons are either chaotic (at the parades) or boring (at home). My father was a merchant marine and seldom home, and my mother bringing five kids to New Orleans on ...

Here's how Mardi Gras played a pivotal role in their love ... marriage and even our kids started there! We’re from Alabama, and before Rob whisked me away to the Big Easy, I hadn’t really ...

Along with the traditional colors, it’s the only official item related to Mardi Gras. Colorful ladders with seats line St. Charles Avenue so that kids can get a clear view. Local hardware stores ...

This is my kids' first Mardi Gras experience, and they are loving it,” Bacon said. Cydney Willison, another parade attendee, mentioned how the timing of the parade made it a favorite for many.

New Orleans is preparing to make Mardi Gras 2025 an unforgettable celebration. The festivities commence on January 6 and culminate on Fat Tuesday, March 4, during which the city will be alive with ...

This year, Mardi Gras is on March 4 ... is on March 1 from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. It will offer a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at 9:45 a.m. and a 5K Run at 10 a.m. The 5K price: $40 for participants over ...

Here are seven ways to celebrate Mardi Gras. Join the Bella Terra Kids Club for a free kids’ Mardi Gras dance party, parade and crafts workshop. The event will be held at the Green near the ...

Join the Bella Terra Kids Club for a free kids’ Mardi Gras dance party, parade and crafts workshop. The event will be held at the Green near the movie theater. The Kids Club has hosted several ...