In the wake of the New Year's Day terror attack on Bourbon Street, plans to crack down on the "Krewe of Chad" have changed.

In the Presbytère parade, everything – floats, riders, buildings and even spectators – is made of about 35,000 LEGO bricks.

New Orleans erupts into a dazzling display of parades, music, and revelry for Mardi Gras. Known as "Fat Tuesday," this celebration marks the final day before Lent and is so deeply ingrained in ...

A French Quarter walking parade scheduled to stroll this weekend has been postponed for the second year in a row.

NEW ORLEANS — Those of you who travel South Claiborne Avenue ... Nelson says everything should be open and ready before Mardi Gras. He says the plan always was to come back in and smooth out the ...

This year, the New Orleans Police Department’s Mounted Unit turns 100 years old. Part of the celebration is the yearly Horse Hops & Cops Fundraiser.

Egg prices in the U.S. have hit a record high. The cost of such a fundamental ingredient is forcing some local bakeries and ...

The city is requiring more police officers at parades this year, putting higher costs on smaller, independent krewes vital to ...

The parade is set to roll out this weekend, bringing with it a lively atmosphere and plenty of fun. The parade will begin at ...

After the January 1 terrorist attack, council says public safety is more important than cracking down on tents ...

A king cake drive-thru arrives in Lafayette for the first time this weekend. Want a taste of New Orleans? Here's how.

On Tuesday, the Shreveport City Council voted to extend the city's partnerships with local cultural entities for celebrations such as Mardi Gras and Black History Month. Here's what you need to know.