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

Equipment normally used to clear New Orleans streets during Mardi Gras season have been enlisted to clear snow after Winter Storm Enzo ...

Today's floats evolved from horse-drawn carriages of the initial Mardi Gras pageants into hand-painted, snail-paced creations. Krewe members chuck beads and toys at the parade-goers, propped up on ...

SHREVEPORT, LA - A Shreveport Mardi Gras Krewe is urging riders not to throw Mardi Gras beads. In fact, the founder of the ...

Whether you're celebrating in The Big Easy or on the Gulf Coast, you're going to see colorful floats and get an assortment of Mardi Gras beads. It's also a tradition to eat king cake — a braided ...

The reason is a mystery. After returning home from attending the first Mardi Gras parade of the season, they decided to throw all of the gold, green and purple beads on the tree. Despite the ...

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.