This year, Galveston is hosting Texas’ largest event, Mardi Gras, happening from Feb. 21 to March 4, 2025, and many Houston ...

And what would the Mardi Gras parade be without the gigantic, ornate floats? The world-famous floats take a year to make. Well, nearly a year. 50 weeks, to be exact, because for two weeks they're ...

A decade later, the first official recorded Mardi Gras parade was held in New Orleans. A memorable parade typically involves floats, and the ones used in the Mardi Gras celebrations certainly fit ...

Today, masks continue to be at the heart of the spirit of Mardi Gras. “Riding on a float is a privilege and wearing a mask is sacred,” notes Jonathan Bertucceli, a third-generation float maker ...

With the passing of Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and New Year's Day, the next season of celebration is Mardi Gras. Here is when, where and how the good times will roll for Mardi Gras in the Houston ...

The float, designed by Kern Studios, will celebrate the outstanding mentorship work of Son of a Saint, which supports young ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — Louisiana will be represented in the New Year’s Day Tournament of Roses Parade in California for ...

Mardi Gras World offers a close-up look at some of the flamboyant floats and costumes used during New Orleans' famous party. One thing to know upfront: This isn't a museum – it's a warehouse ...

"The 40th anniversary is a special year for the Mardi Gras and we're really proud of being, we believe, the first professional sporting team to have a float in the Mardi Gras Parade," Ireland said.

Each festival day ends with a Mardi Gras parade. The parade incorporates both authentic New Orleans floats and others that represent the event's overall theme. This year, the theme is Planet Mardi ...