It’s the time of year when plastic Mardi Gras beads are in plentiful supply, but why do people leave beads on certain graves?

At Cajun Phatty’s, owner Ashley Robichaux spends weeks baking and decorating king cakes, a Mardi Gras dessert rooted in ...

Consider collecting Carnival-inspired local art. For instance, Louisiana folk artist Lorraine Gendron has created painted ...

Every Mardi Gras season in Louisiana, the many krewes across our great state crown their kings, queens, maids and more.

NEW ORLEANS – Galatoire Foundation set a new fundraising record this year, raising $635,000 through its annual Christmas and ...

New Orleans is known for wild parties, beautiful architecture and some of the most flavorful food in the country. From shrimp to sausage to beignets, here is our list of New Orleans recipes perfect ...

These king cakes have unexpected filling combinations, special savory options and and some don’t include dough at all.

Krewe of Artemis Soiree River Center Exhibition Hall in Baton Rouge 7 p.m. Mid City Gras Ball American Legion Hall on Wooddale Blvd. in Baton Rouge 8 p.m. Spanishtown Ball Baton Rouge River Center 7 p ...

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Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Jan. 2, 2026 PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — As Carnival Season nears, the City of Pensacola is getting prepared with a kick-off event on Saturday night. The ...

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5 is your guide for all things Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast. Here we’re keeping track of Mardi Gras 2026 parade schedules in Mobile. Fat Tuesday is Feb. 17, 2026, but ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Louisiana National Guard is officially being mobilized to New Orleans. According to a statement from a Pentagon spokesperson, up to 350 guard members have been activated ...