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How Long Does Mardi Gras Last? Discover the Party That Never Seems to End

For those less familiar with the festivities, the question is often asked, "How long does Mardi Gras last?" We’ll help you explore the vivacious charm that makes this festival truly unique.

Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Culture, Tradition, and King Cakes

The good folks at Randazzo King Cakes unravel the stories behind the flamboyant feathers and beads to explore the profound significance of Mardi Gras!

Krewe of 'tit Rex

Roll up, little king! The Krewe of ‘tit Rex, just like many krewes on the street of Mardi Gras, has been throwing with the best of them. But what they seem to lack in size, they make up for in sheer style, humor, and creativity!

Fun Activities to Do in New Orleans in Springtime

The folks at Randazzo King Cakes have put together some of the top activities to do in New Orleans during the spring, ensuring you make the most of your visit to this exciting city!

Thank You for a Spectacular 2023 Mardi Gras Season!

As Mardi Gras 2023 passes into the history books, we look back and give thanks for everyone and everything that gave us reasons to come together in the common spirit of humanity and celebrate!

Krewe Feature: Rex

Mardi Gras has become an inclusive and widely-varying celebration throughout New Orleans and beyond, but most of the sights, sounds, images, and more can be traced back to the traditions of what was known as the Rex Organization.

What to Expect for Mardi Gras 2023

Mardi Gras in 2023 will be on February 21. There are some similarities regarding Mardi Gras parade restrictions in 2023 as there were in 2022, but otherwise, things in New Orleans continue to open up.

What is the most popular king cake filling?

Everyone has their favorite kind of king cake filling. From the familiar and classic to the unique and niche, king cake fillings have been known to be as creative as the revelers at Mardi Gras themselves.

The Oldest Active Cathedral in the USA - St. Louis Cathedral

Located in the French Quarter of New Orleans, the Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis, also known as St. Louis Cathedral for short, is not only the oldest active cathedral in New Orleans but is also the oldest active cathedral that’s been in continuous use in the United States.