indulging in delicious and colorful king cakes and donning elaborate Mardi Gras masks. But have you ever wondered about the ...

Over time, the festivities grew more elaborate, incorporating marching ... become a hallmark of the celebration. Masks are an integral part of Mardi Gras, harking back to its European carnival ...

Ready your feathered face mask ... with Mardi Gras, New Orleans welcomes nearly 1.5 million visitors annually to take part in the Carnival festivities — ranging from elaborate parades with ...