Parades are set to commence Monday less than a week after a deadly truck attack killed 14 people and injured dozens in what FBI officials have called an "act of terror."

Do you know the history of Twelfth Night? Here's how it came to be known as the start of the Carnival season in New Orleans.

Local police and Mardi Gras krewes say they will be reviewing plans to enhance security for the dozens of parades that will roll over the next two months

Runners from the Jolly Jester Jaunt 5K peruse food stalls before parades start Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024, in the Strand district in Galveston. Mardi Gras! Galveston festivities are Feb. 21 through March 4 in 2025. Mardi Gras is a Christian holiday and popular cultural phenomenon that dates back thousands of years.

New Orleans is celebrating the return of Mardi Gras, and we've got the parade schedule you need to get out there and enjoy every bit. Why it matters: We can help you stay organized before you hit the route.

This year, Galveston is hosting Texas’ largest event, Mardi Gras, happening from Feb. 21 to March 4, 2025, and many Houston residents are excited! When you think of Mardi Gras, you instantly picture the French Quarter, beignets, beads, music, and high energy. However, this year, many are also focusing on public safety.