According to Campbell, the Mardi Gras tree concept got started when someone removed all of their Christmas tree ornaments but kept the artificial tree up. The reason is a mystery. After returning home ...

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." Here's what to know about its popular symbol: the ...

For the first time, Mardi ... and history, and that its conclusions may be difficult to ignore. “In a lot of ways, the local politics and the local control and insular nature of Mardi Gras ...

Here now, an exploration of the history of this baked good, the traditions surrounding it, and a brief look at king cakes across the globe. Decorating Mardi Gras king cakes at Dong Phuong Bakery ...

In “Bourbon Street: A History,” Richard Campanella writes ... We have the Essence Festival, we have Jazz Fest, we have Mardi Gras. This is low-hanging fruit.” After Perez got out of bed ...

Local artist Candice Alexander is creating beauty from ashes. “Nothing is beyond hope,” she said. “Finding the beauty in the ...

Krewe of ALLA says it's 'Only A Matter of Time' as the New Orleans Carnival organization crowns royals and prepares to roll ...

Mardi Gras is not the time to go for neutrals. This time of year in Louisiana calls for standing out — whether in yelling, leaping and lunging for the best throws at the parade, or in finding ...

Ilona Maher is so proud of her Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue photos, she displays one of them on her smartphone. The Olympic rugby player addressed the image on her phone's PopSocket (a phone ...

Universal Orlando is getting ready to celebrate 30 years of Mardi Gras with new floats and an energetic concert lineup.Running Feb. 1 through March 30, Universal Orlando Resorts's Mardi Gras ...

January 6 marks the return of Carnival in New Orleans. While many of the classic Mardi Gras fixtures in the Crescent City will be the same for the 2025 season, revelers can expect to see a few ...