KBAY 106.3's Mardi Gras Festival – Live Coverage & Photos

Mardi Gras in Louisiana is famous for king cake, parades, beads, and krewes. But if thats all you know about this iconic tradition, youre missing its true heart and soul! During my first Mardi Gras celebration in Lake Charles last year, I uncovered what makes this event truly unforgettable. 1. Deep-Rooted Tradition Mardi Gras originated from Chicken Run festivals in rural Louisiana communities. Historically, the less fortunate would travel from plantation to plantation, collecting contributi

In Southwest Louisiana, Mardi Gras is a thrilling tradition! In 2016, Fat Tuesday falls on February 9. Leading up to the celebration, the region hosts numerous events, with Lake Charles offering family-friendly fun for all ages. (For a downloadable event & parade schedule, click here) Events are hyperlinked below. For a full listing of Mardi Gras events, click here. Celebrations began on January 6 with the 12th Night event, building excitement through Fat Tuesday! Saturday, Jan. 23 K

NEW ORLEANS – Mardi Gras is back. You might say the festival comes around every year like clockwork. You might be right, if your clockwork allows for the same party to fall on a different day depending on that old devil moon.To help guide you through the Madness of It All with Your Dignity Intact, here are our favorite bars in New Orleans. (P.S. We dont care what you do with your dignity if you dont.)FATHOMS FIVE FAVORITE NOLA BARSBar