In Mardi Gras' early days in Louisiana, the differences in the city and rural towns weren't so stark. Between 1700 and 1800s, most celebrations in New Orleans were just rowdy parties, so much so ...

some people will take part in the Cajun French tradition of the Courir de Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday Run. These rural processions, with links to rituals from medieval France, feature masked and ...

The event is rooted in African and Native American influences, with ties to both Catholic and Black masking Indian traditions ...

The Mamou chief of police confirmed Wednesday that 14 people were shot during a Mardi Gras concert Tuesday and at least two have died from their injuries. Two more are in critical condition, Chief ...

Move over New Orleans, Lake Charles is our new favourite destination for Mardi Gras - USA TRAVEL: It may not have the French ...

especially in the rural communities where oxen would be chased instead of the chickens that are used today. “The townspeople would parade an ox or a large bull through the city and that would be the ...

On Mardi Gras in southwest Louisiana, some people will take part in the Cajun French tradition of the Courir de Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday Run. These rural processions, with links to rituals from ...

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Carnival season 2025 is approaching its climax in New Orleans and across the Gulf Coast, with big parades rolling down the main routes as some revelers get fancied up for ...