Mardi Gras, New Orleans

Mardi Gras parade and event previews for New Orleans and Jefferson Parish through Fat Tuesday 2025
Previewing 30 New Orleans and Jefferson Parish parades with themes, royalty, special guests, throws, maps and more.
Pensacola is beefing up security for Mardi Gras following New Orleans' New Year's attack
Be sure you know where to park for Mardi Gras this year. Pensacola will now tow unauthorized cars parked inside the parade route.
Is New Orleans safe for Mardi Gras 2025? What increased security will be in place?
The city of New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras celebrations by increasing security measures. Find out about the safety initiatives here.
Mardi Gras parade previews for New Orleans and Jefferson Parish Feb. 24-March 4
The all-women Krewe of Nandi returns for its second parade. The group is named for Zulu Queen Nandi kaBhebe, the mother of the warrior and king, Shaka Zulu. The Krewe of Nandi parades in Marrero. Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Theme: announced day of parade Throws: scarves, tumblers, koozies, cups and doubloons
When is Mardi Gras? More on Fat Tuesday, New Orleans' cultural celebration
One of America's biggest cultural celebrations, Mardi Gras, will take place soon, just before the start of the Easter season. Here's what to expect.
New Orleans officials announce Mardi Gras safety preparations
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Sunday's Uptown New Orleans Mardi Gras parades will be rescheduled
The three daytime parades will now take place mostly at night. Leaders of the Krewe of King Arthur alerted members on Saturday morning of the change, budding the 2025 parade "King Arthur After Dark." In the French Quarter,
Heading to a Metairie Mardi Gras parade? Here is this year’s route
It’s Mardi Gras time in Metairie! As residents wait in line for their favorite king cake and start stocking up on their favorite parade route snacks, they are also making plans to attend parades. Family Gras Day three will be in the Pontchartrain Center While some may enjoy heading into New Orleans to catch popular parades like Endymion and Bacchus,
Applebee's Just Unveiled a Bold New Mardi Gras Menu—Here's What's on It
With Mardi Gras just around the corner, all your favorite fast food joints and chain restaurants are gearing up for Fat ...
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The best and biggest of New Orleans. Top three Mardi Gras parades of Carnival Season
Fat Tuesday, which is Mardi Gras Day, marks the last day of Carnival Season, and this day falls on March 4 this year.
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Live from New Orleans, it’s Saturday Night: Remembering when SNL came to Mardi Gras in 1977
Today on Louisiana Considered, with all the excitement surrounding SNL’s 50th anniversary, we take a look at the show’s ties ...
New Orleans schools urge Mardi Gras safety for marching bands
Following the deadly January 1st attack on Bourbon Street, NOLA Public Schools is now prioritizing safety for high school ...
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Will it be warm and rainy for Mardi Gras weekend in New Orleans? See the long-range forecast
Parades in New Orleans, and all across South Louisiana, celebrating Mardi Gras first started on Twelfth Night, which ...
Find your king cake crown: Where to find the best Mardi Gras baked dessert in Austin
Let the Good Times Roll! Indulge in the spirit of Mardi Gras with a delicious King Cake from these top Austin bakeries.
When is Lent, Mardi Gras and Easter? In 2025 the dates are later
Beginning March 4, many Americans will find themselves busy with Easter season and its holidays. Here are the key dates to ...
In northern Maine, memory of Mardi Gras traditions is fading
It wasn't exactly New Orleans, but Catholics in the St. John Valley liked to stir up mischief before the start of Lent.