Mardi Gras

Here’s what to know about barricades, street closures, parking, and safety for Mardi Gras 2026 in Lafayette.

Four proven Louisiana king cake recipes from traditional brioche to quick Bundt pan methods. Make authentic Mardi Gras treats at home with brown butter icing.

In 2028, Mardi Gras will fall on February 29, Leap Day, making it one of the rarest Mardi Gras dates possible.

Mardi Gras isn’t just about the parades in Louisiana anymore. Picture skiing down a snowy slope while enjoying the festive charm of the season.

Every Mardi Gras season, locals can spot a rookie from a mile away. From where you stand to what you wear and how you plan your exit, these common Mardi Gras mistakes instantly give newcomers away. If this is your first Carnival season, consider this a handy reminder.

For the folks that are part of Mardi Gras krewes in Louisiana, it's definitely a ton of fun, and it's also a huge financial commitment.

With Mardi Gras just around the corner, Mamou is turning heads with new safety measures following last year's tragic events. Let's dive into what’s different this time.

Mardi Gras season has arrived in Acadiana. Here’s the full 2026 parade schedule by paris

If you plan to attend a Mardi Gras parade this year, you may notice fewer of these favorites coming from floats.

Amtrak's Mardi Gras service is adding an extra car to bring extra revelers along for the ride this carnival season. Here's how to book your ticket.

It's Mardi Gras season and Crowley Veterinarian Hospital aren't going to let carnival season pass them by without getting in on the action and having some fun.

From simple bead catching behaviors to Mardi Gras bathroom etiquette, it's important to have a little refresher every season before you hit the parade route.

Lafayette king cake season is officially on, and these bakeries are the ones everyone’s talking about.

South Louisiana offers five distinct king cake styles during Mardi Gras: traditional cinnamon, French puff pastry, fried doughnut, savory boudin, and specialty craft versions.

One of the most iconic and fun parts of Mardi Gras are of course the beads. But why do we throw beads at Mardi Gras, and what do they really mean?

Planning Mardi Gras? We’ve got the full 2026 parade schedule for Acadiana.

Twins Bakery in Lafayette was selected to bake several King Cakes that were to be hand-delivered to NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell.

Lafayette City Council deferred all route changes for 2026 Mardi Gras. Council created 90-day advisory committee. Current parade route stays in place.

Downtown businesses don't want Lafayette's Mardi Gras on Jefferson Street, survey reveals. The results add fuel to the fight between Mayor Boulet and City Council.

We know Christmas is coming in a few weeks, then it will be New Year's Day and after that, how long until Mardi Gras? We have the answer.