The Elyria Community Partnership is inviting residents to enjoy an evening of food, fun and community under the stars. The ...

Drag bingo and Mardi Gras aren't what you'd typically expect in the thick of the Aussie bush, but this small town welcomes ...

A year after coming out, Kate Rowe was bashed and jailed for taking part in the first Mardi Gras. Today the 74-year-old ...

Slidell’s first production brewery is set to open near Bayou Bonfouca, bringing local beer and big hopes for economic growth.

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Do you want your hand in choosing Mardi Gras royalty? The Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere is taking ...

The fourth annual Juicefest will return to Downtown Houma at 4 p.m. July 13 in front of the courthouse. Founded by local DJ ...

Hombres G, Enanitos Verdes, the Continental Club 25th anniversary and 'The 39 Steps' at Main Street Theater are also recommended ...

New Orleans committee reviews Mardi Gras safety and city violations, focusing on the NOPD's efforts to balance tradition and ...

Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, is a festival of indulgence before Lent, when many Christians begin abstaining from certain pleasures.

Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day.

Celebrating local pride and Mardi Gras spirit, the Imperial Mardi Gras Parade in Opelousas brought the community together for a colorful, unforgettable celebration.

There’s much more to the annual tradition of Mardi Gras than partying. Check out our sampling of Mardi Gras history, trivia, and so much more.