Beginning as a religious holiday observed prior to the Christian Lenten season ... This year, Mardi Gras, which translates from French to "Fat Tuesday," is on March 4. Ash Wednesday is on March ...

NEW ORLEANS — The 40th French Quarter Easter Parade is set to roll on Sunday, April 20, at 1 p.m. The celebration starts at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel near St. Louis and Royal Street at 11 a.m ...

WAY IN A FEW MINUTES. AND DEVIN, SPEAKING OF EASTER SUNDAY, TONIGHT, FRENCH QUARTER EASTER PARADE ORGANIZERS ARE PREPARING FOR THEIR BIG DAY. BUT THAT BELOVED PARADE DID HAVE TO MAKE SOME MAJOR ...

This Easter Sunday will mark the 40th anniversary of a beloved tradition: the French Quarter Easter parade that for many years was led by iconic entertainer Chris Owens. The parade built on a ...