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Four Signs that the Carnival Spirit Survives

Four Signs that the Carnival Spirit Survives

February 13, 2009 | Posted in: News
By Errol Laborde Carnival is a fragile season that is often threatened, though I am amazed at how the spirit seems to survive. There are signs that people really do care and really want the se... » Read More


King of Bacchus and Grand Marshall of Endymion for 2009 Announced

King of Bacchus and Grand Marshall of Endymion for 2009 Announced

February 9, 2009 | Posted in: Krewes
Actor Val Kilmer to reign as King of Bacchus 2009 and musician Kid Rock will serve as Grand Marshall of Endymion 2009. Endymion returns to its Mid-City route Saturday February 21, 2009 at 4:00 pm. ... » Read More


October is the Perfect Time to Plan Mardi Gras Costume

October is the Perfect Time to Plan Mardi Gras Costume

October 12, 2008 | Posted in: News
When shopping for your or your loved ones' Halloween costume, be sure to keep in mind that Mardi Gras is right around the corner. Mardi Gras, especially in New Orleans, is a great excuse t... » Read More


Mardi Gras 2009: Don

Mardi Gras 2009: Don't Miss Out on your Holiday Collectibles!

May 16, 2008 | Posted in: News
Although the next Fat Tuesday is over 9 months away, it can never hurt to plan ahead. Since Mardi Gras is celebrated in only certain places of the world, with each their own tradition, many it... » Read More


Compucast Interactive - Hosting Mardi Gras New Orleans Website

Compucast Interactive - Hosting Mardi Gras New Orleans Website

April 29, 2008 | Posted in: News
We want to let you know briefly about Compucast Interactive, the New Orleans-based web design company behind Mardi Gras New Orleans. Compucast designs and hosts sites for many prominent and well-kn... » Read More


Mardi Gras 2008 was early but still great fun for all!

Mardi Gras 2008 was early but still great fun for all!

March 13, 2008 | Posted in: News
Mardi Gras Day, 2008, was February 5...the earliest it's been in a very long time and the earliest it will be for quite a while (thank goodness!). Since the nightly parades begin two weeks prio... » Read More


Mardi Gras Day, 2009 - Tuesday, February 24th

Mardi Gras Day, 2009 - Tuesday, February 24th

March 13, 2008 | Posted in: Schedule
Make plans now to attend Mardi Gras 2009. The official Mardi Gras date is February 24th. Most visitors want to arrive for the big weekend prior to Fat Tuesday which means you would want to arrive b... » Read More


Mardi Gras 2008 officially begins

Mardi Gras 2008 officially begins

January 6, 2008 | Posted in: Schedule
Twelfth Night, or January 6th, opens Mardi Gras season 2008. The krewe of Phunny Phorty Phellows will take a not so traditional route this year on the street cars. Beginning at 7pm, they will trave... » Read More


Hulk Hogan named Bacchus XL King

Hulk Hogan named Bacchus XL King

January 5, 2008 | Posted in: Krewes
Wrestler and reality show star Hulk Hogan will reign as celebrity king when Bacchus celebrates 40 years with the theme 40 Years of Fun on February 3, 2008.


Endymion to ride in Mid-City

Endymion to ride in Mid-City

January 4, 2008 | Posted in: Krewes
Endymion will return to the traditional Mid-City route February 2, 2008 with Kevin Costner as the Grand Marshall. Costner's ride will come as Endymion returns to its traditional Mid-City route ... » Read More