While many think of parades, beads and floats, the Cajun Mardi Gras, particularly the Courir de Mardi Gras, offers a uniquely different experience. The tradition of Mardi Gras began as a Catholic ...

“We might do some craft projects with them or some of the ... Russell said it’s important to properly recycle unwanted Mardi Gras beads and throws to help preserve our natural resources.

By Sara Bonisteel They throw lots of things at the Carnival parades in New Orleans: plastic beads and stuffed animals ... the founder of the Mardi Gras Guide, now in its 49th annual edition.

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

Known for its spectacular parades, floats, marching bands, throws, and King cake, Mardi Gras is the biggest celebration ... are Japanese mercury glass beads, made during World War II, and the ...

Mardi Gras comes to a close on Tuesday night ... Webber said that groups, called krewes, organize parades and distribute beads featuring characters such as kings and witch doctors.

Citywide revelry and parades, both day and night, build up to Mardi Gras. Beads of gold, green, and purple that represent power, faith, and justice are also distributed. Mardi Gras celebrates ...