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Stephen King’s 'Carrie' has come to Carnival in novel centered around New Orleans Mardi Gras
At the ball of Les Masques, Queen Lily LeBlanc waves her glittering scepter just before her white gown is splashed with a ...
Vice’s new documentary unmasks the wild, muddy traditions of Cajun Mardi Gras
Vice takes viewers into the heart of Cajun Country with its upcoming documentary "Vice’s Guide to Mardi Gras." Here is what to expect.
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Mardi Gras Fast Facts
1703 – The first Mardi Gras celebration is held in Mobile, Alabama. 1837 – First recorded Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans. 1857 – First time floats appear in New Orleans parades.
When is Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday and Lent? What to know this Carnival season
Carnival Season typically starts after Epiphany on Jan. 6 and culminates on Ash Wednesday, which falls on March 5 this year.