Mardi Gras, which began as a religious holiday, has become a weeks-long celebration, one that gives millions the chance to let loose before Lent.

EUNICE, La. ( KLFY) — The Courir de Mardi Gras tradition is still celebrated in Cajun Country, along with its traditional costumes. However, there are few traditional costume makers left. Susana ...

New Orleans erupts into a dazzling display of parades, music, and revelry for Mardi Gras. Known as "Fat Tuesday," this celebration marks the final day before Lent and is so deeply ingrained in ...

Louisiana native Alison Adams is sharing her Cajun culture and traditions of Mardi Gras with an installation at the Beet ...

Fairport Mardi Gras will take place for the last time in 2025. Pair of 24-year-old longtime friends build Willoughby-based business CarbonWeb Organizers of Mardi Gras announced on Jan. 30 that ...

Festivities across the city include elaborate parades, eating king cake and sharing bead necklaces with gold, green and purple. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Mardi Gras ...

LAYERS THIS WEEK. ALL RIGHT, GET READY TO PARTY LIKE YOU ARE IN NEW ORLEANS. MARDI GRAS FESTIVITIES ARE KICKING OFF TODAY AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO. THERE’S A LOT OF EXCITEMENT ALREADY GOING ON THIS ...

Mardi Gras in New Orleans, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a final celebration on March 4 with a Fat ...

Universal Orlando Resort invites you to “laissez les bons temps rouler” (let the good times roll) at their popular Mardi Gras celebration. The park transforms into "Universal Mardi Gras ...

The festivities include parades throughout the historic French Quarter, as revelers eat king cakes and toss green, purple, and gold beads into the crowd. Mardi Gras, which began as a religious ...

(NEXSTAR) — For anyone who has ever wondered how the giant floats featured in Mardi Gras parades are created, Mardi Gras World in New Orleans offers a behind-the-scenes look at the artistry and ...