With days full of king cake, campy costumes and celebrations lasting into the early hours of the morning, there isn't anything quite like Mardi Gras in Louisiana. With roots deep in the state’s culture...

LSU researchers have developed biodegradable Mardi Gras beads filled with flowers in an effort to reduce waste and provide a sustainable future for Louisiana's beloved tradition. Biological sciences...

Louisiana’s largest and most vibrant party is just around the corner. Mardi Gras is a celebration deeply rooted in the history and culture of Louisiana. With a plethora of combined sounds, Mardi Gras...

Monday, March 3 Krewe of Shenandoah Parade | 6610 Jones Creek Rd. The Krewe of Shenandoah is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing goodwill to Shenandoah with the celebration of Mardi Gras....

As Mardi Gras festivities approach, LSUPD Chief Marshall Walters is offering important safety tips to help students enjoy the celebration responsibly. With large crowds and lively parades, he says safety...

Nothing compares to the excitement of Mardi Gras parades. From attending extravagant balls to catching prized throws, one parade has set a standard far above the rest: The Krewe of Endymion. Founded...

The Mardi Gras season is kicking off this weekend with several major parades across Louisiana. Spanish Town Parade: Saturday at 12 p.m. in Baton Rouge Krewe of Endymion: Saturday at 4 p.m. in Mid-City...

Each year, a flock of two dozen, large flamboyant pink flamingos land in the LSU lakes, meaning one thing: Spanish Town Mardi Gras is near. These plywood birds are claimed by Baton Rouge locals who...

Campus Life brought food, beads and carnival fun at the Mardi Gras Mambo event held on Tower Drive. The Mardi Gras Mambo on Tuesday, Feb. 25 featured an exclusive LSU themed float, where students had...

LSU Campus Life hosted Mardi Gras Mambo Tuesday, Feb. 25, on Tower Drive. The event featured performances and music from the Mardi Gras Indian Show and a brass band. LSU Dining provided festive food to...

BATON ROUGE, La. — LSU freshman Emily Lousteau has been named the Queen of the Krewe of Endymion for 2025. The Honors College student comes from a family with a deep history in the Krewe. Her grandfather...

Mardi Gras is here and many restaurants, coffee shops and local businesses have added seasonal drinks and dishes to its menus. Whether it is a purple, green and gold beverage or a festive cookie, here...