The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday.

Is today Fat Tuesday? What is the meaning and why do we celebrate? Here's what we know from king cakes to Holy Week schedule.

You can count on Long Islanders to pay attention to Louisiana cooking at least once a year: On Mardi Gras — this year, March ...

The origins of Mardi Gras go all the way back to medieval Europe where communities in Italy and France counted down the final ...

Zulu and Rex parades, the climax of New Orleans' carnival season, will roll early on Fat Tuesday with pared-down ensembles ...

Mardi Gras gives people the opportunity to celebrate before the Lenten season, where many give up habits for 40 days. Here's ...

If you want to enjoy as much of the Mardi Gras season as possible in one day, here are some events you can enjoy on Tuesday ...

The Krewe of Houmas is the latest Fat Tuesday parade being moved as a result of weather. Tuesday's weather includes the ...

What date is Fat Tuesday? What is the meaning and why do Catholics celebrate? What we know from paczkis and king cakes to ...

Fat Tuesday is less than a week away, but what is it and where is it celebrated? Here's everything Californians need to know ...

Fat Tuesday - or Mardi Gras - is followed by Ash Wednesday to kick off the start of Lent. Here's what to know about fish ...

Mardi Gras, otherwise known as 'Fat Tuesday', encompasses the festive celebrations that take place along the Gulf Coast, but ...