And what would the Mardi Gras parade be without the gigantic, ornate floats? The world-famous floats ... or they'll just tell you what their ideas are to see the big picture, which is great.

Many are using themes from their neighborhoods to inspire ideas, like Carley Sercovich ... But the drive to turn houses into Mardi Gras floats goes beyond just keeping the holiday tradition ...

Guests can now book reservations for the iconic “Mardi Gras Float Ride & Dine Experience,” where guests can enjoy a meal and ride on one of the parade floats. Guests can dine on a 3-course ...

In 1837, New Orleans hosted its first official Mardi Gras parade, featuring floats and elaborate displays. Over time, the festivities grew more elaborate, incorporating marching bands, costumed ...

From the Ground Up: Mardi Gras Floats is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet ...

HOUMA, La. — This carnival season, two Mardi Gras floats caught fire in Houma while on the route. Fire officials fear it could happen again and be much worse if the rules aren't changed.

On Sunday, March 2, the 22-year-old Louisiana State University gymnastics team member posted an Instagram carousel highlighting her Mardi Gras festivities, including riding on top of a float in ...

Mardi Gras floats “could become unstable” and heavy winds could “blow down trees and power lines," The National Weather Service warned. Wind gusts of up to 60 mph (97 kph) are expected ...