If you’re planning to either ride in or attend Mardi Gras parades this year, there are some new rules you’ll want to keep in ...

No stranger to disasters and hardship, New Orleans transforms itself and its traditions based on what befalls it. Take the ...

The krewe will be tossing 250 different kinds of throws, more than $3 million worth, including many that can be used and reused year-round.

Shaquille O'Neal will reign as Bacchus for the parade this year. The parade rolls on Sunday, March 2 at 5:15 p.m.

The city born to celebrate is decked out in purple -- green -- and gold! The Downtown streets may be empty now -- but come Friday evening (Valentine’s Day) -- they’ll be filled with thousands of ...

Researchers at Louisiana State University have created a sustainable way to use biodegradable Mardi Gras beads after the festivities are over.