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.

(WALA) - Another Mardi Gras season is in the books and ... The wind was also the #1 topic during FOX 10’s live Fat Tuesday coverage. “Shelby: You might need your sunglasses today and not for the sun - ...

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 ...