Mardi Gras, also called Fat Tuesday, is a festive celebration which occurs the day before Ash Wednesday. Locally, some parties start as soon as March 1 ...

At the start of the Krewe of Zulu parade, family and friends gathered wearing Mardi Gras purple, gold and green. Many reclined in chairs, ready to enjoy the long haul.

Iconic Dishes. While each Mardi Gras celebration is unique, certain foods are emblematic of the occasion and have become staples of the holiday.

This rain-or-shine event, with activities before and after the runs, is on March 1 from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. It will offer a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run at 9:45 a.m. and a 5K Run at 10 a.m.

¾ teaspoons kosher salt. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg. 1/8 teaspoon almond extract. 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest (chopped) ...

Zulu royalty ready to reign over Mardi Gras 2025 THE RAIN FOR ANY CARNIVAL ROYALTY GOES BEYOND THE ROOF. IN FACT, IT’S A ROUND THE CLOCK COMMITMENT THAT INVOLVES LOTS OF BEHIND THE SCENES ...

Her band will perform Saturday, March 1, at Montgomery's Mardi Gras Block Party. It's free to attend and is being held 3-6 p.m. at the Court Square Fountain, downtown at 1 Dexter Ave.

“Mardi Gras is all about having these moments. This city is like nowhere else in the country right now,” said Kendall Calyen, 41, marveling at the 200-year-old tradition unfolding before his eyes.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper or nonstick aluminum foil. Stir together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.

Universal Orlando is celebrating its 30th Mardi Gras from Feb. 1 to March 30. See details on annual event. See what five developments could be game changers for Brevard in coming years, stretching ...

Rita Moreno celebrated her 93rd birthday with friends and family at a Mardi Gras-themed party, telling PEOPLE she still gets to enjoy 'all the good things in life.' ...

Fat Tuesday is celebrated on March 4. It is called Fat Tuesday because, on this last day of Mardi Gras, people stuff themselves with rich foods before the beginning of 40 days of fasting for Lent ...