Carnival in New Orleans and around the world is rooted in Christian and Roman Catholic traditions. The season begins on Jan.

Krewes also host masquerade balls, which include kings and queens. A member of the Zulu parade holds a pair of coconuts on Mardi Gras day, February 5, 2008 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mardi Gras ...

Despite what you might have heard, Mardi Gras didn't get its start in New Orleans. Mardi Gras actually ... With that parade and an invitation-only formal ball, Mardi Gras was established.

Three parades will roll Thursday night in New Orleans with scores of masked riders on colorful floats. More processions will continue every day through Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday. Costumed ...

Carnival season 2025 is approaching its climax in New Orleans and across the Gulf Coast, with big parades rolling down the main routes as some revelers get fancied up for formal balls while others ...