If you peel the layers of the onion that is Mardi Gras, you’ll find a Catholic holiday rich in history and tradition that spans the globe. While many of us here in the U.S. may associate it with ...

Whatever your motivation, here’s everything you need to know about Mardi Gras to be conversant in the holiday’s history. According to historians, festivities resembling Mardi Gras go back ...

Twelfth Night celebrations reached their height during medieval times, according to a 2021 article form History.com ... Carnival season until Mardi Gras Day, which lands on March 4 in 2025.

However, it’s our hope that the festival will always be remembered as a significant event in the village’s history. Mardi Gras — and its volunteers — certainly deserve the recognition.

U.S. Artist Tahj "Queen Tahj" Williams will bring Black New Orleans culture to the largest stage in American sports at the ...

Mardi Gras is known as one of the biggest parties in the world, and this year, the party begins on Jan. 6 and runs through March 4. The culture in New Orleans during Mardi Gras is rich ...

Here now, an exploration of the history of this baked good, the traditions surrounding it, and a brief look at king cakes across the globe. Decorating Mardi Gras king cakes at Dong Phuong Bakery ...

Here’s what to know about Mardi Gras trees. The exact history of the origin of Mardi Gras trees is a little fuzzy. Jeff Campbell, co-director of the Plano Conservancy for Historic Preservation ...

Laissez les bons temps rouler! It's time to let the good times roll at a Mardi Gras celebration near you! Plan your parade strategy early, grab a king cake to celebrate the season and get ready to ...