Arthur Hardy retiring from ‘Mardi Gras Guide’ after 50 years

Carnival 2026 will be his last. No more writing for the Mardi Gras Guide. No more hosting on television. After 50 years of ...
KATC

Lafayette officials discuss concerns over Mardi Gras parade route change

Lafayette city officials discussed concerns Tuesday evening after announcing a change to the 2026 Mardi Gras parade route ...

Lafayette officials and residents divided over new Mardi Gras parade route

The Mayor-President of Lafayette has changed the Mardi Gras parade route, sparking controversy among city officials and residents, with some neighborhoods in District 5 being excluded from the ...

Lafayette mayor focuses on safety for Mardi Gras parades

The Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced that the Mardi Gras parades will return to their historic route on Jefferson Street, sparking discussions about the decision-making process and ...

City officially taking over Scott Mardi Gras parade

The 2026 Scott Mardi Gras Parade is scheduled for Feb. 7. Parade registration opens on Dec. 8. Participants can register ...

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Sydney is gearing up for what promises to be one of its most dazzling celebrations of the year, as the 48th annual Sydney Gay ...
NOLA.com

Meet the 'caftan lady,' a New Orleans designer making 'wearable fun' for Mardi Gras, beyond

Kelsey Campion and Liz Ellis are the co-owners of Fringe & Co. and the Fringe Factory, a pair of clothing businesses operating out of a warehouse on Howard Avenue.