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
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,
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.
What Californians should know about Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday celebration in New Orleans
Mardi Gras gives people the opportunity to celebrate before the Lenten season, where many give up habits for 40 days. Here's a closer look.
Bourbon Street? Not quite, but this Mardi Gras is one of best little parties in North Texas
Cody Bates, the Vice President of Operations for the American Hat Company, tosses beaded necklaces from the front of the pirate-ship themed parade float for the 15th Annual Mardi Gras Nocona Style on Clay Street in Nocona on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025.
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.
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.
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 ...
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Strong police presence brings safety to New Orleans for Mardi Gras
Following the Jan. 1 truck attack that killed 14 people in the heart of New Orleans, extra barricades have been placed along Mardi Gras parade routes and law enforcement officers can be seen at nearly ...
Wind threat forces rescheduling and cancellation of Mardi Gras parades
In the heart of Mardi Gras, the Krewe of Zulu will roll at 7 a.m. Rex will follow at 9 a.m. Marching krewes and truck floats will not be permitted. All parades will be required to clear off the ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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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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 ...