Mardi Gras season has returned to New Orleans. Beginning as a religious holiday observed prior to the Christian Lenten season, Mardi Gras has since expanded from a single day of observation to weeks ...

Characterized by parades, masquerades, and indulgent feasting, Mardi Gras is deeply rooted in historical traditions that blend religious observances and pagan festivals. The date of Mardi Gras is ...

Mardi Gras has an interesting history in the United States that dates back to the extremely late 1600s and early 1700s. Prior to is Christian transformation, it was a pagan celebration of spring ...

With the passing of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's Day, the next season of celebration is Mardi Gras. Here is when, where and how the good times will roll for Mardi Gras in the ...