Despite weather concerns, New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras Day and bids farewell to Carnival season
The good times and parades still rolled in New Orleans for Mardi Gras Day celebrations early Tuesday, ahead of expected severe winds, thunderstorms and tornado warnings in the afternoon. Carnival ...
When is Mardi Gras? More on Fat Tuesday, New Orleans' cultural celebration
One of America's biggest cultural celebrations, Mardi Gras, will take place soon, just before the start of the Easter season. Here's what to expect.