Learn more about the king cake). The official colors of Fat Tuesday made their debut in 1872 at the first parade of Rex, the king of Mardi Gras. Newspapers of the day ran proclamations from the ...

Have you heard of "Super Gras?" Before Fat Tuesday arrives, brush up on the holiday's interesting history and some fun trivia ...

The colors represent purple for justice, green for faith and gold for power, according to Mardi Gras New Orleans. The tradition of placing the baby inside the pastry began in the late 19th century.

Here’s a look at Mardi Gras, a celebration held the day before the fasting season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. March 4, 2025 – Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday). January 6 – Carnival season celebrations ...

A Christmas tree decked out with Mardi Gras decorations. The exact history of the origin of Mardi Gras trees is a little fuzzy. Jeff Campbell, co-director of the Plano Conservancy for Historic ...

Here now, an exploration of the history of this baked good ... king cake is almost always decorated in the colors associated with Mardi Gras: green, gold, and purple (representing faith, power ...

Here's what you need to know about Mardi Gras in Mississippi, where to find family fun events around the state during Carnival, when to get king cake.

Today the Imperial Calcasieu Museum is hosting a night for patrons to mingle with artists, explore exceptional local art, ...