For 40 days every spring, Christians observe the season of repentance and fasting known as Lent. In New Orleans, the change from Mardi Gras to Lent is striking.

In a Facebook post Thursday, organizers said the traditional parade will be replaced by a Mardi Gras-style walking parade.

The Krewe de Riviere hosted its annual open house on January 31, welcoming new members and selecting the theme for next ...

The community decided to throw her a bus parade to lift her spirits. Neal’s daughter said the parade highlights her bright spirit. “I think it really shows what an incredible person my mom is ...

Members of New Orleans' Black Masking Indians are preparing for to reveal their colorful and elaborate suits on Fat Tuesday.

NEW ORLEANS — Saint Joseph's Night is a cultural and spiritual celebration observed in New Orleans, primarily by the Mardi Gras Indians, on the evening of March 19, the feast day of Saint Joseph.

The Princess of Wales dressed in festive green today as she was saluted by Irish Guards' at the St Patrick's Day parade before sipping on a pint of Guinness. Kate, 43, made a triumphant solo ...

St Patrick's Day Parade in Galway Members of the Georgian ... annual holiday in high spirits and tricolour. This year saw the theme ‘Sea and Stone’ take centre stage to celebrate Galway ...

The Krewe of Argus, originally scheduled to roll in Jefferson Parish on Mardi Gras Day, will roll Sunday at 10 a.m. Then the annual St. Patrick Parade of Jefferson will follow. The Krewe of Argus ...

Though a long way from the Crescent City, the spirit was infectious as a diverse local crowd took part in the parade ... plates outside the venue. Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday ...