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![Complete Music Lineup for 2018 Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette at Cajun Field](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/02/12728967_10153986842771473_8029468861584079766_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Complete Music Lineup for 2018 Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette at Cajun Field
Mardi Gras 2018 will be here before we know it and one of the signature events here in Acadiana for the last 20+ years has been Le Festival de Mardi Gras a Lafayette at Cajun Field.
![Ranking The Mardi Gras Throws](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/02/Wild-Travels-via-YouTube.png?w=980&q=75)
Ranking The Mardi Gras Throws
The only thing I don't want to catch on the parade route this year is the flu. Almost everything else is good with me.
![Fun Mardi Gras Celebrations Outside of Louisiana [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/02/GettyImages-509204206.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fun Mardi Gras Celebrations Outside of Louisiana [VIDEO]
Mardi Gras is celebrated in some really unique ways outside of the state of Louisiana.
![Man Arrested For Video Voyeurism At Mardi Gras Parade](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/02/79533697.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Man Arrested For Video Voyeurism At Mardi Gras Parade
If you simply focus on the parade you will miss what could be happening right behind your back or under your clothing if you're not careful.
![How to Talk Like a Local During Mardi Gras](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/02/mardi-gras-mask.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How to Talk Like a Local During Mardi Gras
In order to get the full experience of Mardi Gras, you have to know how to speak the language of Carnival season!
![Look For Our Townsquare Media Float at Mardi Gras! [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/02/GettyImages-5092179041.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Look For Our Townsquare Media Float at Mardi Gras! [VIDEO]
Stephanie gives you a sneak peek of our Townsquare Media Mardi Gras float!
![A Video History Of Mardi Gras Parade Throws](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/02/Krewe-De-Bayou-Mardi-Gras-Ball-Table-Decorations-18.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Video History Of Mardi Gras Parade Throws
It's everything you always wanted to know about the evolution of Mardi Gras parade throws.
![This Was The Very First Lafayette Mardi Gras King Ever Crowned](http://townsquare.media/site/35/files/2017/02/mardi-gras-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
This Was The Very First Lafayette Mardi Gras King Ever Crowned
Lafayette celebrates the 2nd largest Mardi Gras in Louisiana. That's something you probably already knew. However, did you know the first ever Lafayette Mardi Gras King was crowned over 100 years ago?
![Forecasters Now Say Mardi Gras Weather Won’t be Freezing](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2017/02/mardi-gras-police.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Forecasters Now Say Mardi Gras Weather Won’t be Freezing
The latest long-range computer models are now suggesting that Acadiana will avoid the deep freeze for Mardi Gras.
![‘Bama Billboard Totally Wrong In This Epic Mardi Gras Fail](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2018/02/Amanda-Keller-via-YouTube.png?w=980&q=75)
‘Bama Billboard Totally Wrong In This Epic Mardi Gras Fail
The state of Alabama must have a face that matches the color of NIck Saban's ugly blazer.
![Mardi Gras Parade Injuries – There Are A Lot Of Ways To Get Hurt](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2015/02/56880097.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mardi Gras Parade Injuries – There Are A Lot Of Ways To Get Hurt
What do you think the most common medical malady suffered by Mardi Gras parade goers happens to be?
![Cricket King Cakes Now Available At The Insectarium](http://townsquare.media/site/437/files/2015/01/King-Cake.png?w=980&q=75)
Cricket King Cakes Now Available At The Insectarium
There’s traditional, fruit fillings, cream cheeses, almond, and now, cricket.
![Mardi Gras Parade Essentials](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/01/GettyImages-509204160.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Mardi Gras Parade Essentials
Going to Mardi Gras parades takes preparation, and we've got all the basic essentials for you to enjoy Carnival season in Louisiana!
![Who Has the Best King Cake in Lafayette?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/02/king-cake2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Who Has the Best King Cake in Lafayette?
Since we're always thinking about food here, we thought it would be fun to find out who offers the best king cake.
![How Long Should A Christmas Tree Stay Up?](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2012/11/156651030.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Long Should A Christmas Tree Stay Up?
How long should a Christmas tree stay up? I asked a few friends that question, and the answers varied.
![Eat These Foods if You Want to Feel Lucky in 2018](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/12/GettyImages-73358891.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Eat These Foods if You Want to Feel Lucky in 2018
Ring in the new year with some unique holiday foods around the world that are traditionally known to bring good luck.
![Strange New Year’s Traditions From Around The World](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2015/12/new-years-eve.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Strange New Year’s Traditions From Around The World
Ready or not, 2018 is here! When it comes to celebrating the new year in South Louisiana, we have definitely have a few quirky ways and traditions. That being said, we don't have anything like what other folks do around the world to celebrate.
![Watch New Year’s Eve Around the World on EarthCam](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/12/4597264511.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Watch New Year’s Eve Around the World on EarthCam
You can watch New Year's celebrations around the world live on EarthCam. Happy 2019, y'all!
![Fun Cocktails for New Year’s Eve](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2017/12/GettyImages-2839005.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Fun Cocktails for New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve is a time to celebrate, and here are some dazzling cocktails to ring in 2018!
![Never Judge A Book By Its Cover! Waitress Serves ‘Grungy’ Guys, Gets A Big Surprise](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2017/12/14976922_10154353126258141_8562641988037779196_o.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Never Judge A Book By Its Cover! Waitress Serves ‘Grungy’ Guys, Gets A Big Surprise
Working in the food industry is stressful. That's even more so when your car breaks down, the towing bill is $375.00, and you need to buy Christmas gifts for your kids...