Mardi Gras, New Orleans

Mardi Gras Celebration at Bourbon & Banter
The Statler, the luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Dallas, is channeling the energy of the French Quarter with a weeklong Mardi
What to know about Mardi Gras and the celebration in New Orleans
Mardi Gras gives people the opportunity to celebrate before the Lenten season, where people become more disciplined and give up habits for 40 days.
Security plan for New Orleans Mardi Gras backed by state, feds
With Mardi Gras celebrations under way, the city of New Orleans is ramping up security measures in response to the heightened threat level following the New Year's Day attack on Bourbon Street. Law enforcement agencies at the local,
Bourbon Street? Not quite, but this Mardi Gras is one of best little parties in North Texas
The Glammas are something of an institution, having performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, the Texas State Fair and a St. Patrick’s Day parade in Ireland, among many, many other events, according to the group’s leader, Christina Fuller. This was their first Mardi Gras in Nocona, but by the looks of things, they’ll be back.
Months after terror attack, New Orleans cautiously celebrates Mardi Gras
The promise from authorities for more security threatened to conflict with the city’s anything-goes sensibilities, and some changes were evident.
How New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras after Bourbon Street attack
The rooftop snipers, bomb-sniffing dogs and armored vehicles seen during the Super Bowl will be back in the French Quarter on Fat Tuesday.
New Orleans boosts Mardi Gras security measures to historic levels
With Mardi Gras just days away, New Orleans is boosting security to historic levels after a terror attack on the city's Bourbon Street killed 14 people on New Year's Day. NBC News' Jesse Kirsch has more.
New Orleans Mardi Gras: Beads, masks, floats & an extravaganza like no other
Known for its spectacular parades, floats, marching bands, throws, and King cake, Mardi Gras is the biggest celebration in New Orleans.
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Authorities launch French Quarter security zone ahead of Mardi Gras
Local authorities have established the French Quarter Enhanced Security Zone Friday through Ash Wednesday in an attempt to ...
New Orleans Mardi Gras parades to roll early to avoid weather
Jefferson Parish President Cynthia Lee Sheng confirmed in a press conference Monday that the parades will remain canceled for ...
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At CrawDaddy's Cajun in Medford, it's Mardi Gras every day
Crawdaddy's Cajun opened in Medford last year and serves authentic New Orleans-style food. Specialties include jambalaya, ...
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Will you catch a spoon? Chefs reign at this foodie Mardi Gras parade in the French Quarter
The satirical Krewe of Lafcadio marches through the French Quarter, inspired by cuisine, literature and a dose of dysfunction ...
A look at Louisiana’s Mardi Gras festivities through the years
Lenten bash and complete with colorful parades, shimmery beads tossed from floats and streets lined with costumed revelers -- ...
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Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 at Harold & Belle’s on Tuesday, March 4th
Even though we're not in Louisiana, we can still celebrate Mardi Gras here in Los Angeles! Laissez les bon temps rouler ...
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How King Cake Became A Mardi Gras Icon
Mardi Gras celebrations call for a king cake, clad in green, purple, and gold sprinkles. Here's the history of the holiday ...
Locals kick off Mardi Gras weekend
Friday before Mardi Gras is historically for the locals, it's a time for Southeast Louisiana's to enjoy carnival and each ...