Mardi Gras, also known as "Fat Tuesday," is one of the most vibrant and cherished celebrations in the world. This annual event is synonymous with dazzling parades, elaborate costumes, joyous music ...

The first Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. took place in 1699, but celebrations were temporarily banned when Spain took control of New Orleans. Mardi Gras is celebrated annually, with the ...

The annual celebration of Mardi Gras is a Carnival season that begins on Jan. 6 and culminates on Fat Tuesday. Mardi Gras is celebrated with parades, festive attire and the consumption of king cake.

WireImage Meanwhile, officials in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, announced Monday that Mardi Gras celebrations on Tuesday have been canceled due to a high wind threat. “The timing of these winds ...

Mardi Gras will be celebrated a bit later this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare now by learning all about the holiday. Before the big day – or week for our New Orleans ...

Mardi Gras comes to a close on Tuesday night, and soon, those who celebrate will exclaim “Laissez les bons temps rouler,” or “Let the good times roll” for the last time this Carnival season.

The cultural celebration called Mardi Gras (also known as Fat Tuesday) occurs in the United States and around the world before the 2025 Easter season begins on Ash Wednesday. Mardi Gras features ...

Carnival Cruise Line threw a party celebrating sailing out of Port Canaveral for 35 years, highlighting the port's longest ...

SIOUX CITY, Iowa ( KCAU) — Mardi Gras will be returning to downtown Sioux City for the 31st time later this summer. This year ...

Mardi Gras returns for the 31st anniversary of a summertime tradition to Downtown Sioux City on Thursday, July 3 with the ...

The holiday season may have wrapped with the new year but those who participate in Mardi Gras are kicking off another round ...