Two krewes in Thibodaux also announced changes on Friday for their Sunday parades. Ambrosia completely canceled its parade ...

In New Orleans, costuming is a cornerstone of Mardi Gras culture. Here's how you can start your own costume closet journey.

This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 rating for Mardi Gras.

Photo courtesy of New Orleans & Company Carnival is celebrated all over the world, but there’s nothing quite like Mardi Gras ...

What is a krewe? And why do we eat king cake? Knowing these essential Mardi Gras facts will make the celebration all the more ...

Krewe of King Arthur is one of the largest co-ed Mardi Gras krewes in New Orleans. The krewe makes their own floats and ...

The Krewe of Excalibur is known for its elaborate, over-the-top court costumes. Excalibur takes Mardi Gras to the medieval, ...

The added security measures throughout the French Quarter are a stark reminder of the recent violence while preparing the city for Super Bowl week and Mardi Gras. “It’s just overwhelming to be ...

In coordination with victims' families, Cantrell announced that the city will relocate the memorial for those killed in the ...

From eating delicious food to hearing incredible live jazz, a visit to New Orleans could cost a lot — but it doesn't have to.

LEADERS ARE HIGHLIGHTING THEIR PLANS TO KEEP SUPER BOWL AND MARDI GRAS SAFE. THEY JUST WRAPPED ... HAVE BEEN WALKING AREAS INCLUDING THE FRENCH QUARTER AND PARADE ROUTES TO ENSURE THEY ARE SAFE.

Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday," according to ... Brazilians and Venetians celebrate the holiday with parades, masks and costumes. In both Italy and Brazil, the festival is known as ...