One of the the most notable of the Capital City's many parades is Spanish Town — an irreverent celebration replete with irony, political satire and a kitschy pink flamingo mascot.

Mardi Gras on the Cajun Coast means dozens of centuries-old celebrations, rollicking parades and all the king cake you can eat.

With countless parades full of colorful, themed floats, marching bands and nonstop fun, you'll love this true Cajun celebration and one of the state’s largest Mardi Gras events.

Grand Marais is an iconic Mardi Gras party with ultra-elaborate costume contests for everything from ugliest to most original.

See the best accordion and squeezebox players in the world compete at the annual Squeezebox Shootout.

Enjoy an extravaganza of Mardi Gras parades, authentic cuisine, local art and a kids' court, plus a marching band competition and concerts featuring national artists and Louisiana favorites!

Since 1869, Lafayette’s Le Festival de Mardi Gras has featured masked balls, walking parades and a host of carnival rides and revelry.

Gather around the shore of the lake to see the annual Lighted Boat Parade and other celebrations — but only after you’ve had your fill at the casinos.

Enjoy Mardi Gras in a way that only Cajuns can provide, with more than a dozen family-friendly parades, beautiful floats, beads, throws and more trinkets than you can carry.

Louisiana is full of quirky Mardi Gras traditions, but New Orleans is the home base. Be here to see what new surprises are in store this year.

Visit Louisiana’s "Little Carnival Capital," which holds a reputation as one of the most family-friendly Mardi Gras celebrations!

River Parish communities celebrate Mardi Gras much like they live — loudly, joyfully and vibrantly. Come experience the excitement and "laissez les bons temps rouler," River Style.

Head to “New Orleans’ Most Historic Neighbor” for a family-friendly Mardi Gras experience! Located just five miles from downtown New Orleans, hop on over to celebrate Carnival.

Come to the Courir de Mardi Gras for costumed capuchons, the chicken chase and the kid’s version called Eunice Lil’ Mardi Gras.

Watch the parade at Lake Fausse Pointe State Park before joining the Courir des Enfants as children parade around to find all of the ingredients for gumbo.

Extravagant boat parades and bedazzled lawnmower contests headline a series of one-of-a-kind traditions in St. Tammany Parish.

Attend the annual Krewe of Omega Mardi Gras Parade, celebrating marching bands and crazy floats in a family-friendly zone.

Founded by a group of women in 1955, Kaplan’s Mardi Gras is a must-do, as are the Chic-a-La-Pie parade and the entire menu at Suire’s Grocery and Restaurant.

The small town of Franklinton packs a big carnival punch! Head to Louisiana’s piney hills for a family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration for all ages.

Get into the Mardi Gras mix along the Mississippi River with beautiful parades, regional cuisine and a rich palette of flavors refined by generations of culture.