US: New Orleans Celebrates Mardi Gras Climax With Vibrant Parades

New Orleans celebrated the climax of Mardi Gras on Tuesday, February 17, with vibrant parades across the city marking the final day of festivities before Ash Wednesday, concluding the Carnival season with a grand display of music and culture.

US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather 3

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4. This video shows Rex Parade.

US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather 2

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4.

US: People Celebrate Mardi Gras Despite Inclement Weather

Due to weather warnings, Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans, including the Zulu and Rex parades, were rolled back and started earlier than scheduled on Tuesday, March 4.

US: New Orleans Super Bowl Parade Takes Place Under Heightened Security

On Saturday, February 8, New Orleans held a parade to celebrate the Super Bowl ahead of Sunday’s showdown between the reigning Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles at Caesars Superdome. The event took place under heightened security following a New Year's Day attack.

Shrove Tuesday

Shrove Tuesday

13.02.2024. Viljandi. Shrove Tuesday, celebrated in other parts of the world as Mardi Gras or Pancake Day, remains a popular traditional holiday in Estonia. Traditionally thousands of buns vastlakuklid topped with whipped cream, marzipan, jam and many other things will be sold and eaten across Estonia. Photo: Elmo Riig/SAKALA

Shrove Tuesday

Shrove Tuesday

13.02.2024. Viljandi. Shrove Tuesday, celebrated in other parts of the world as Mardi Gras or Pancake Day, remains a popular traditional holiday in Estonia. Traditionally thousands of buns vastlakuklid topped with whipped cream, marzipan, jam and many other things will be sold and eaten across Estonia. Photo: Elmo Riig/SAKALA

Shrove Tuesday

Shrove Tuesday

13.02.2024, Tartu. Shrove Tuesday, celebrated in other parts of the world as Mardi Gras or Pancake Day, remains a popular traditional holiday in Estonia. Traditionally thousands of buns vastlakuklid topped with whipped cream, marzipan, jam and many other things will be sold and eaten across Estonia. Photo Sille Annuk, Tartu Postimees

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Carnival Fever In The Northern City Of Dunkirk - France

Revelers parade on February 4, 2024 in Dunkirk, France. In the northern French city of Dunkirk, thousands of people look forward to carnival season every year. As Mardi Gras approaches, the carnival transforms the city: the Black Cat Ball, fancy dressing and herring throwing from the town hall balcony are all part of the two-month-long festivities. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when shipowners would host a big party for fishermen before they sailed off to Iceland for six months to fish for cod. Today, the tradition continues and is prepared weeks in advance. Photo by Jarry S/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, U.S.

STORY: Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, U.S. SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 2, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 5, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:14 LOCATION: NEW ORLEANS, U.S. CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Mardi Gras parade 2. various of participants STORYLINE: The traditional Mardi Gras parade kicked off on Friday in New Orleans, Louisiana. Mardi Gras is one of the most prestigious, largest, longest celebrated and oldest carnivals in the United States. As a tradition, organizers decorate the floats with all kinds of creative ideas, and the marchers in colorful costumes throw Mardi Gras colored beads, various small toys and themed gifts to the spectators. Bands, dance teams and honor guards also join the parade. The city of New Orleans has been holding a series of festivities since January. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Orleans, U.S. (XHTV)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

(240204) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Performers participate in the parade of the 2024 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 2, 2024. Mardi Gras is one of the most prestigious carnivals in the United States. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

(240204) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People watch a float parade during the 2024 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 2, 2024. Mardi Gras is one of the most prestigious carnivals in the United States. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS

(240204) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 4, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A band performs during the parade of the 2024 Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 2, 2024. Mardi Gras is one of the most prestigious carnivals in the United States. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

New Orleans's Mardi Gras parade overshadowed by shooting

STORY: New Orleans's Mardi Gras parade overshadowed by shooting DATELINE: Feb. 22, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:32 LOCATION: NEW ORLEANS, U.S. CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Mardi Gras parade 2. various of Krewe members sending gifts to people 3. various of dancing performance 4. various of Mardi Gras parade 5. various of gun shooting site STORYLINE: The annual Mardi Gras season continues in the U.S. state of Louisiana. However, the carnival is overshadowed by a shooting on Sunday night that killed one person and injured four others. The shooting took place during the Krewe of Bacchus parade. A man died from his injuries at the hospital. The other victims, a girl, a woman and two men, were in stable condition, according to the New Orleans Police Department. The suspected shooter was arrested and two weapons on the scene were seized, said the police. An investigation is underway. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Orleans, U.S. (XHTV)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

(230220) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Women perform during Mardi Gras Krewe of Okeanos in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 19, 2023. Mardi Gras celebrations continued in New Orleans on Sunday, and three historic parades brought the carnival atmosphere in full swing. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

(230220) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A girl performs during Mardi Gras Krewe of Mid-City in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 19, 2023. Mardi Gras celebrations continued in New Orleans on Sunday, and three historic parades brought the carnival atmosphere in full swing. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-CARNIVAL

(230220) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A knight greets the audiences during Mardi Gras Krewe of Mid-City in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 19, 2023. Mardi Gras celebrations continued in New Orleans on Sunday, and three historic parades brought the carnival atmosphere in full swing. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-PARADES

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-PARADES

(230214) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A group of girls dance during Mardi Gras Krewe of Oshun in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 10, 2023. Three parades of the Mardi Gras kicked off the celebration in New Orleans on Feb. 10. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-PARADES

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-MARDI GRAS-PARADES

(230214) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 14, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A man performs during Mardi Gras Krewe of Oshun in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, on Feb. 10, 2023. Three parades of the Mardi Gras kicked off the celebration in New Orleans on Feb. 10. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

Citywide Mardi Gras celebrations kick off in New Orleans

STORY: Citywide Mardi Gras celebrations kick off in New Orleans DATELINE: Feb. 12, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:28 LOCATION: NEW ORLEANS, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the floats STORYLINE: Parade was staged on Friday in Louisiana's New Orleans, the U.S., to kick off the Mardi Gras season. As the parade began, the crowd reveled in enthusiasm, demanding gifts from Krewe members, who threw Mardi Gras beads, toys, glasses, silver coins and cups from floats to people. Mardi Gras is French, which means Fat Tuesday. Louisiana was once a French colony, and Mardi Gras is deeply ingrained in the culture of cities throughout the state. The Mardi Gras season, which lasts more than a month, is held annually in New Orleans from January to February. Most of the traditional Mardi Gras activities were canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year's Mardi Gras Day falls on Feb. 21. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from New Orleans, U.S. (XHTV)

New York's Halloween parade pays tribute to New Orleans

New York's Halloween parade pays tribute to New Orleans

NEW YORK, United States - A phoenix rises above other lanterns during the 32nd annual New York Village Halloween Parade on Oct. 1. The parade this year was unlike any other as it included for the first time Katrina evacuees and musicians affected by the hurricane that swept through and destroyed much of Louisiana, Mississippi and other Gulf states two months ago. The 2005 theme for the festivity, entitled ''Rebirth,'' saluted the rich heritage of the New Orleans Mardi Gras, as well as focusing on the spirit of revival.

U.S. Gulf Coast region celebrates carnival season

STORY: U.S. Gulf Coast region celebrates carnival season DATELINE: March 2, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:40 LOCATION: HOUSTON, U.S. CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the cake store 2. SOUNDBITE (English): NICOLE MILIAN, Store owner 3. various of the King cake STORYLINE: The carnival season in Louisiana and parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast region from Jan. 6 is filled with celebrations with food, drinks, parades, and parties. Nicole Milian, a native New Orleans, and her husband moved to Houston in 2018. They opened the storefront of Crescent City Connection in Webster in 2021. The traditional King cake is their main product. The traditional king cake should be a yeast dough and braided into an oval shape, she said. It will be decorated with icing and sugar in purple, green and yellow---the Mardi Gras colors. SOUNDBITE (English): NICOLE MILIAN, Store owner "In New Orleans, we place one baby (doll) and whoever gets the baby is the king of the day. It's kind of just something fun that kids like." Xinhua News Age

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-PARADE

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-PARADE

(220207) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Participants in Star Wars costume take part in the parade during Krewe of Chewbacchus, a Sci-Fi themed Mardi Gras parade, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, Feb. 5, 2022. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-PARADE

U.S.-LOUISIANA-NEW ORLEANS-PARADE

(220207) -- NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 7, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A woman participates in the parade during Krewe of Chewbacchus, a Sci-Fi themed Mardi Gras parade, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, the United States, Feb. 5, 2022. (Photo by Lan Wei/Xinhua)

Mardi Gras (2009)

Mardi Gras (2009)

Nicholas D'Agosto, Josh Gad & Bret Harrison Characters: ,Bump & Film: Mardi Gras (2009) Director: Phil Dornfeld 19 August 2009 Date: 19 August 2009

Mardi Gras (2009)

Mardi Gras (2009)

Bret Harrison Film: Mardi Gras (2009) Director: Phil Dornfeld 19 August 2009 Date: 19 August 2009

Mardi Gras film (1958)

Mardi Gras film (1958)

Pat Boone & Christine Carere Characters: Paul Newell & Film: Mardi Gras (1958) Director: Edmund Goulding 18 November 1958 Date: 18-Nov-58

New York's Halloween parade pays tribute to New Orleans

New York's Halloween parade pays tribute to New Orleans

NEW YORK, United States - A phoenix rises above other lanterns during the 32nd annual New York Village Halloween Parade on Oct. 1. The parade this year was unlike any other as it included for the first time Katrina evacuees and musicians affected by the hurricane that swept through and destroyed much of Louisiana, Mississippi and other Gulf states two months ago. The 2005 theme for the festivity, entitled ''Rebirth,'' saluted the rich heritage of the New Orleans Mardi Gras, as well as focusing on the spirit of revival. (Kyodo)

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

Some 12,500 people march at the 41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 2, 2019. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

Some 12,500 people march at the 41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 2, 2019. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian parade

Some 12,500 people march at the 41st Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 2, 2019. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

The 40th annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade takes place in Sydney, Australia, on March 3, 2018, the first to be held since the country legalized same-sex marriage. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo