The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday.

“It’s a time to rejoice. It’s a time to express yourself.” Here’s the rundown on Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, and how it came to be. Many people mistakenly believe that Mardi Gras is just ...

Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday are celebrated on the same day, which is Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Mardi Gras marks the end of the pre-Lenten season, while Fat Tuesday is a feast day before the fasting ...

NEW ORLEANS — Happy Mardi Gras! Parades are rolling this Fat Tuesday. Many parades are on a modified parade route to avoid anticipated severe weather. Stay here for all the live updates from ...

With 12th Night on Jan. 6 marking the start of Carnival, the 2025 season lasted 58 days. The 2026 season won't be quite as ...

From high-energy parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. The holiday which is less than a week away, is just ahead of ...

“It’s a time to rejoice. It’s a time to express yourself.” Here’s the rundown on Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, and how it came to be. Many people mistakenly believe that Mardi Gras is just ...

You won’t find more a decadent cuisine than these West African, French and Spanish-inspired dishes and these 17 Mardi Gras recipes prove that Fat Tuesday food is the best. We're talking ...

Mardi Gras is a weeks-long celebration that culminates on Fat Tuesday, the day before Ash Wednesday. Fat Tuesday, often seen as the final burst of excitement before the solemn preparations for ...