Mardi Gras, New Orleans

Mobile ramps up Mardi Gras security after New Orleans attack
Mobile is a time for revelry, tradition, and celebration—but this year, it will also be marked by heightened security. In a move aimed at protecting crowds, the city is installing new safety barriers along the parade route,
The American Banjo Museum: Who says you need to be in New Orleans for Mardi Gras?
On Thursday, the Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages Porch visited the American Banjo Museum to learn more about an upcoming Mardi Gras event.
New Orleans ramps up security as Mardi Gras season begins and Super Bowl approaches, but concerns and questions remain
As New Orleans prepares to kick off its extravagant Carnival season this week, the city is asking for federal help in ensuring there is not a repeat of the horrific truck-ramming that killed 14 people early on New Year’s Day.
New Orleans strengthens counterterrorism efforts for Mardi Gras and Super Bowl LIX
Security enhancements are going full steam ahead while officials investigate what led to the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans. Why it matters: There's a lot happening in a short time. The big picture: Carnival and the Super Bowl have the federal government's highest security threat rating this year,
New Orleans terror attack suspect searched balcony access, vehicle ramming, Mardi Gras before attack
AT FIVE, WE ARE GETTING NEW DETAILS ABOUT THE SUSPECT IN THE BOURBON STREET TERROR ATTACK AND THOSE STILL GRIEVING AND RECOVERING AFTER THE TRAGEDY, THE FBI NOW SAYS 57 PEOPLE WERE HURT WHEN A TOTAL OF 136 PEOPLE WERE AFFECTED.
Lafayette police preparing increased Mardi Gras protection in wake of New Orleans attack
Lafayette police are planning for additional safety measures to keep Mardi Gras parade goers safe during the 2025 Carnival season.
New Orleans Moves Forward With Hosting Super Bowl LIX And Mardi Gras With SEAR-1 Security
The SEAR-1 rating is granted based on national security importance. While New Orleans typically receives a SEAR-2 designation due to the large crowds during Mardi Gras, the recent New Year’s attack that killed 14 innocent people will increase the federal assistance provided to the city.
Keeping Mardi Gras safe: What's in place to stop another attack in New Orleans?
Five days after a deadly terror attack shook New Orleans, one big question still looms: Will the city be safe for Mardi Gras?
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Purple Drank and daiquiri costumes show off the beadwork of a New Orleans Mardi Gras club
The dame costume, meant to be comfortable and flattering for women of all sizes and shapes, consists of black bloomers, a ...
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When is Mardi Gras? New Orleans celebrations still scheduled after deadly truck attack
The first Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S. took place in 1699, but celebrations were temporarily banned when Spain took control of New Orleans. Mardi Gras is celebrated annually, with ...
New Orleans’ King Cake Drive-Thru comes back to Houston this year for sold-out Mardi Gras desserts
King Cake Drive-Thru founders Mike Graves and Tiffany Langlinais bring New Orleans' best king cakes to Houston for a two-day ...
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Blue Bell's Mardi Gras king cake ice cream is back. Where to find it in New Orleans.
First launched in 2012, Blue Bell's king cake flavor was initially only sold in areas known for celebrating Mardi Gras, ...
With Spotlight on New Orleans, Louisiana Moves Homeless Out of Sight
With the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras coming, Gov. Jeff Landry is using the emergency order from the New Year’s attack on ...
2025 Washington Mardi Gras theme to honor military, first responders
Chairman Congressman Troy Carter and King Rico Alvendia announced on Thursday that the theme for this year’s festivities will be “Duty, Honor, Louisiana.” Krewe leaders said this year’s theme will pay ...
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New season of 'Squid Game' features a Mardi Gras parade. Does Korea celebrate Carnival?
If you're a New Orleanian and a fan of "Squid Game," the South Korean dystopian Netflix original that has shattered ...