The History, Story and Meaning Behind Mardi Gras Masks
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is called "The Greatest Free Show on Earth." Here's what to know about its popular symbol: the ...
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How long have Black Indians been masking? It's hard to say, but news reports go back to the 1870s
An early news account that quoted participants themselves appeared Feb. 18, 1895. That year, a tribe from downtown took the ...
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Find out what happens when a New York documentary team does Cajun Mardi Gras, in new special
When VICE Media wanted to film a Mardi Gras documentary, they looked for the most community-oriented, grass roots, fun ...
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What is Mardi Gras? Details on the holiday's origins, when it is and how to celebrate
Beads are typically plastic but remain popular during Mardi Gras. A king cake is a pastry with a tiny figurine of a baby baked into the dough to be revealed in a slice or bite of the bread ...
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Need to Know: A Guide to 2025 Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando
From February 1 through March 30, guests will let the good times roll as they experience an authentic, family-friendly ...