You can watch the festivities live at the embedded video at the top of the page or on USA TODAY's YouTube Channel. This year, Mardi Gras, which translates from French to "Fat Tuesday," is on March 4.

People gather to see pets dressed up in costumes, during the last Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans this Carnival season ...

in the Warehouse District. "Today" hosts Craig Melvin Dylan Dreyer and Al Roker will broadcast the show's third hour live from Mardi Gras World prior to the pre-Fat Tuesday food showcase.

Today, there are about 80 dancers ... This year, the Tutu Live Krewe was awarded the best new Krewe award by Mardi Gras! Galveston. You can see the group dancing in The Knights of Momus Grand ...

Craig Melvin and Dylan Dreyer filmed "Today's 3rd Hour" for the first time in New Orleans with a decent-sized crowd huddled by the Mississippi River at Mardi Gras World. In addition to live ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Sahara Lounge is hosting a Mardi Gras party with a global twist ... 4:30 to 6 p.m. The event includes free live music, beer and New Orleans-inspired ...

Many Florida cities are hosting Mardi Gras celebrations, including parades, live music, and food ... Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. It's also referred to as "Shrove Tuesday," coming ...