Cumberland Village Independent Living recently crowned its 2025 Mardi Gras King and Queen — Bobbi and Richard!. The duo was selected to bear the royal titles after a lively Mardi ...

The tableau came alive with costumes, illustrative images flashing on the screen and court members completing the scene with ...

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Carnival season 2025 is approaching its climax in New Orleans and across the Gulf Coast, with big parades rolling down the main routes as some revelers get fancied up for formal ...

(Photo by Sophia Germer, The Times-Picayune) Group costume contestants dance in the annual Bourbon Street Awards during Mardi Gras in New Orleans ... to hear from a drag queen," she said.

Big Chief Demond Melancon wears his Red Cloud suit amongst other members of Mardi Gras Indian tribes ... positions such as Big Chief, Big Queen, Spy Boy and Flag Boy. "It’s an honor.

This year's parade theme is Animalia, and attendees are encouraged to wear costumes ... the royals have hosted a Queen's Ball. This year, Asheville Mardi Gras is breaking tradition and introducing ...

The LGBTQ+ Mardi Gras krewe delighted guests with the presentation of its new king, queen and court ... as they host the Bourbon Street Awards costume contest in front of Good Friends Bar at ...

From the intricate costumes to the carefully ... and inclusivity.” Queen of Sparkles embraces the bold, maximalist energy of New Orleans through their Mardi Gras collection.

That’s how they made fun of the queen ... mocking the fancy costumes worn by royals. Since most Acadians were poor, Rider said they just used whatever materials were available. Rider said he will be ...

King D’Iberville is donning an intricate white and gold costume. His majestic scepter, encrusted with gemstones, represents the joy and tradition of Mardi Gras. Queen Ixolib graced the stage in ...