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

While many think of parades, beads and floats, the Cajun Mardi Gras, particularly the Courir de Mardi Gras, offers a uniquely different experience. The tradition of Mardi Gras began as a Catholic ...

If you've ever been to a Mardi Gras parade ... who process the beads or hold management positions full-time, offering those who are typically left out of the traditional workforce a chance ...

Strain says that the 3D-printed beads are a little different from traditional Mardi Gras beads with shiny coatings on them. "The issues with those coatings is 90% of the time they're from heavy ...

Learn about the history of some of the most popular Mardi Gras traditions so you can celebrate in New Orleans the right way! New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions Mardi Gras in New Orleans is more than ...

The Krewe of Rex are known as the "King of Carnival" because so many of the Mardi Gras traditions started with them – including the tradition of throwing beads – so their use of sustainable ...

From high-energy parades to colorful beads and masks, there are dozens of traditions involved in Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday. The holiday which is less than a week away, is just ahead of ...

While Pensacola has adopted much of the traditions and lore of its ... a float was dream material for a little girl in NOLA. As she grew older, Mardi Gras meant more than the thrill of hundreds ...

The program gives back to the community in many ways, including financially. Innovative program puts Mardi Gras beads to good ...

Mardi Gras can make a lot of trash, adding up to millions of pounds each year. Now, some parades in New Orleans are cutting down on their environmental footprint by banning plastic beads.

ST. MARTIN PARISH — The Lake Fosse Pointe Mardi Gras Parade brought together the community to celebrate the lively tradition of Mardi Gras with music, beads, and family at the forefront.

It wouldn't be Mardi Gras without beads. This fun assortment ... For a festive edge to a traditional French tip, try this cool girl dipped in gold look that's adorned with pearls.