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Gala invitation-only affairs follow the parades on Mardi Gras itself, including the Community Center King’s Luncheon and the Lions King’s Reception. New Roads’ Carnival season also includes countless house parties as well as balls, pageants and other events at local schools, churches, nursing homes and business places, all of which add to A “cultural revolution on wheels.” That's how the Krewe of ALLA describes its Mardi Gras parade this year. Named in honor of Algiers, La., the 93-year-old New Orleans krewe rolls through Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival. The Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival will be back on Saturday, February 1 at New Orleans Federal City in Algiers. Entertainment will include Brass-A-Holics, Amanda Shaw, The U.S. Marine Reserve Jazz Band and more. The parade starts at 9 a.m. and the Festival begins at 10 a.m. Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. The Boeuf Gras float rolls down St. Charles Avenue on Mardi Gras Day as the 440 riders of Rex, King of Carnival, celebrate their 150th year with a 26-float parade entitled School of Design The Krewe of Southdowns celebrated its 38th annual Mardi Gras ball in the "safari lodge" at De La Ronde Hall on Feb. 8. Southdowns Lion King Keith Bonnette and Queen of the Wild Cats Cathy For traditional male krewes, the king is usually a member of the krewe, while the queen is often a debutante. However, this varies from krewe to krewe, particularly women’s krewes, in which the queen is typically a member of the krewe. The King of Rex is considered the King of Mardi Gras, and the leader of the festival celebrations. The season, which represents a time of celebration before Christian Lent, lasts until Fat Tuesday. Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras Day, is March 4, 2025. Between January 6 and March 4, enjoy parades, king cake, community celebrations, and more. For a list of future Mardi Gras Day dates, see here. Where in New Orleans can I experience Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday, which takes place March 4, marks the party’s climax and the end of Carnival Season on the Gulf Coast. The conclusion falls the day before Ash Wednesday and is seen as a final day of feasting and revelry before the solemnity of Lent. NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Gian Durand and James Carter have been crowned as the first Black Queen and King in the Krewe of Alla’s 93 year history.Their reign is more than just a celebration – it is a tribute to Dorothy Mae Taylor, the Civil Rights leader and political trailblazer who desegregated Mardi Gras krewes in 1992, paving the way for greater inclusivity in the city’s most Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival. The Algiers Mardi Gras Parade and Festival will be back on Saturday, February 1 at New Orleans Federal City in Algiers. Entertainment will include Brass-A-Holics, Amanda Shaw, The U.S. Marine Reserve Jazz Band and more. The parade starts at 9 a.m. and the Festival begins at 10 a.m. Universal Mardi Gras is now underway, and we’re out at Universal Studios Florida today to take a look at the opening day of the event. As part of our coverage, we’re going to bring you on-the-ground info and photos of the food & drink options exclusive to the event. Here’s a look at all of the Mardi Gras food booths, menus, and prices! Made by Mehlia Simon. Thank you for the easy-to-follow pattern! My husband enjoyed wearing it. :-) I also made the giraffe and adorned him with beads. Mardi Gras King Cake Silicone Bib (Each) $20.00 Coming Soon. 8" Carnival Mascots King Cake Baby, Crawfish and Alligator Assorted Plush Pieces (Dozen) The King Cake is an iconic symbol of Mardi Gras, a tradition deeply rooted in culture, religion, and celebration. With its brightly colored sugar toppings in purple, green, and gold, and the Celebrate Mardi Gras (and save money, too!) with this colorful, creamy dish inspired by the rich, cinnamon-infused flavors of the traditional King Cake! With only a few affordable ingredients needed for this dippable crowd-pleaser, it’s a “big easy” way to celebrate while also sticking to your budget. And wait till you hear the ingredient list: 4,000 pounds of Danish flour, 286 pounds of yeast, 428 dozen eggs, 1,178 pounds of water, 8.925 gallons of flavoring, 2,087 pounds of icing, 331 pounds In Louisiana, February means Mardi Gras which includes balls, parades and most importantly, delicious king cake, a longtime favorite everyone loves and craves all year long. Mardi Gras celebrations begin in January and continue up to the holiday itself, which takes place on Feb. 13 this year. It is known for its elaborate parades, colorful King cakes are most popular in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region, but they can also be found in other areas where Mardi Gras is celebrated. Why Can't You Eat King Cake Before Jan. 6? Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras—just don’t get caught up in the booze cruise! I tried to catch some beads at Mardi Gras, but all I got was a bad case of necklaces. From king cakes to colorful beads, Mardi Gras is a feast for the eyes and taste buds! 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