Livvy Dunne is the — unofficial — queen of Mardi Gras. On Sunday, March 2, the 22-year-old Louisiana State University ...

In 1980, the Krewe of Bacchus delighted crowds with their uniquely detailed parade floats. Inspired by aquatic explorer ...

Jefferson Parish canceled its parades, and officials in New Orleans were warily watching the Tuesday forecast.

TODAY’s Al Roker, Craig Melvin and Dylan Dreyer look back on their big live show from New Orleans taking in all the Mardi ...

There are parades changes in New Orleans on Mardi Gras day due to weather threats. Zulu will now roll at 7 a.m and Rex will be at 9 a.m. City Hall says no marching elements will be on the route.

The Krewe of Houmas is the latest Fat Tuesday parade being moved as a result of weather. Tuesday's weather includes the ...

Carnival Season -- marked by a weekslong pre-Lenten bash and complete with colorful parades, shimmery beads tossed from floats and streets lined with costumed revelers -- is reaching its conclusion on ...

Zulu and Rex parades, the climax of New Orleans' carnival season, will roll early on Fat Tuesday with pared-down ensembles ...

Hundreds of thousands filled the streets in New Orleans over the weekend for several parades leading up to Mardi Gras.

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mardi Gras with Chef Juszina's Creole-style jambalaya and New Orleans-style shrimp Po' Boys, perfect for festive celebrations.

Mardi Gras gives people the opportunity to celebrate before the Lenten season, where people become more disciplined and give ...

King Zulu Rodney Paul Mason and his wife and Queen Kristen Bonds Mason hope their reign inspires young boys and girls to aim high.