Jan 7, 2025 · Below, we’re diving into the most iconic Mardi Gras traditions. We’re giving you details about their history, origins and everything that makes them, well, magical! Whether you’re planning to...

Oct 15, 2025 · From its distinctive color scheme to the cakes handed out with abandon and the beads you’ll find strewn across Bourbon Street, here is a list of Mardi Gras traditions to enhance your …

Jan 25, 2010 · What Is Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras is a tradition that dates back thousands of years to pagan celebrations of spring and fertility, including the raucous Roman festivals of Saturnalia and...

Feb 14, 2025 · While most people associate the festival with the lively streets of New Orleans, Mardi Gras has a long and complex history stretching beyond Bourbon Street, with secret societies, …

Jan 24, 2023 · If this bit of information is more than you knew about Mardi Gras, you’re in for some major enlightenment with this round-up of Mardi Gras traditions and interesting facts.

Discover a brief history of the unique and historically rooted culture of Mardi Gras Indians (also known as Black Masking Indians) in New Orleans. Twelfth Night marks the beginning of Carnival season, …

Mardi Gras is about music, parades, picnics, floats and excitement. It's one big holiday in New Orleans! Revelers know to wear costumes or at least dress in purple, green, and gold, and adorn themselves …

Sep 6, 2025 · Discover Mardi Gras in France—parades, costumes, music, and traditions that make this festival a colorful celebration of joy.

Feb 1, 2026 · Mardi Gras, festive day celebrated in France on Shrove Tuesday (the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday), which marks the close of the pre- Lenten season. The French name Mardi Gras means …

Jul 11, 2024 · Celebrate Mardi Gras traditions in New Orleans with lively parades, unique costumes, and the fascinating history behind this iconic festival.