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

This story appears in the March 2019 issue of National Geographic magazine. During a trip to Haiti a few years ago, I traveled off the beaten path and visited the southeastern port city of Jacmel ...

MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Northeast Louisiana Museum, in partnership with the Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere will host a Mardi Gras ...

York is about to come alive with the vibrant colors, sounds and spirit of Mardi Gras. The highly anticipated Mardi Gras Adult Prom is just around the corner, and it promises to be a spectacular ...

People Dancing the Branle - 16th Century A party full of people dancing the popular French dance called Branle (circa 16th century) from the Works of William Shakespeare. Vintage etching circa mid ...

The dame costume, meant to be comfortable and flattering for women of all sizes and shapes, consists of black bloomers, a ...

Laissez les bons temps rouler! It's time to let the good times roll at a Mardi Gras celebration near you! Plan your parade strategy early, grab a king cake to celebrate the season and get ready to ...

Marking 30 years of Mardi Gras magic, Universal Orlando’s 2025 festivities promise to be unforgettable. Universal Orlando Resort is turning up the energy for its 30th annual Mardi Gras ...

Mardi Gras — and all the fun that comes with it — has officially begun across the Gulf Coast, but another Carnival celebration in our nation's capital is also just around the corner.

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 ...

It's that time of year again, so grab some beads, eat a moon pie, invite your krewe and let the good times roll. Below is a list of every family-friendly Mardi Gras event in Okaloosa and Walton ...