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Mardi Gras, New Orleans

18 parades will roll across metro New Orleans this weekend as Mardi Gras 2025 kicks off

Joseph Sherman, 12, shows his hands in the air as the Krewe of King Arthur parades along the Uptown route in New Orleans, Sunday, February 4, 2024. Prized throws include coveted King Arthur Grails, a wide variety of doubloons, assorted krewe trinkets and special beads. (Staff photo by Brett Duke, The Times-Picayune)

Cleveland Jewish News · 3h

Everything’s rich at Mardi Gras, a New Orleans tradition

The local Jewish community has always been connected to this city’s time-honored tradition, which comes shortly after a domestic terror attack in January and a Super Bowl in February.

The Daily Advertiser (Lafayette) o… · 3h

Is New Orleans safe for Mardi Gras 2025? What increased security will be in place?

The city of New Orleans is preparing for Mardi Gras celebrations by increasing security measures. Find out about the safety initiatives here.

WDSU New Orleans on MSN · 2h

New Orleans French Quarter will have security zones for Mardi Gras

This comes ahead of the first big weekend of parades, as well as the recently granted SEAR 1 rating for Mardi Gras.

The Associated Press on MSN · 22h

New Orleans schools urge Mardi Gras safety for marching bands

Following the deadly January 1st attack on Bourbon Street, NOLA Public Schools is now prioritizing safety for high school bands marching in parades during Mardi Gras season.

NOLA.com13d

These photos of our skyline show why New Orleans is the best Super Bowl city

We explained last week why officials think Nola is the best city to host the Super Bowl, and these photos cement that claim.

USA Today11d

When is Mardi Gras? What to know about the New Orleans tradition

New Orleans' Mardi Gras festival has been in full swing since Jan. 6 with revelers whooping it up ahead of the Lenten season, which is just weeks away. The Louisiana city's final celebration ...

The Daily Advertiser9d

The best and biggest of New Orleans. Top three Mardi Gras parades of Carnival Season

Fat Tuesday, which is Mardi Gras Day, marks the last day of Carnival Season, and this day falls on March 4 this year. This means that the weekend when the major New Orleans Mardi Gras ...

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New Mardi Gras rules: These items are banned on parade routes

If you’re planning to either ride in or attend Mardi Gras parades this year, there are some new rules you’ll want to keep in mind. Last year, the New Orleans City Council adopted several ...

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