In the USA, Mardi Gras is celebrated in Mobile Alabama, and throughout the west coast of Florida, especially in the Northwest Florida area. Mobile is actually the place where parades became official organized events first, and where the celebration of the season from 12th night to Fat Tuesday originated. Mobile was the capital of the French province and held masked balls and parades in the 18th century.
New Orleans
Mardi Gras was celebrated on Feb..12/2013
mardi gras started in Mobile Alabama but is celebrated in new Orleans and in mobile
Mardi Gras is celebrated in France, Rome, Germany, North America (New Orleans), and Brazil.The most popular location worldwide to participate in Mardi Gras celebrations is New Orleans, Louisiana.
Mardi Gras is celebrated all over the world. The most renowned area in the United States is in the south around New Orleans. Mardi Gras is celebrated with lavish parades, balls, and parties in the weeks leading up to Lent. .
Mardi Gras was first celebrated in Mobile, Al.
Mardi Gras is everywhere, it's a holiday just like Halloween or Easter. MArdi Gras is predominantly celebrated in the new Orleans and southern gulf areas.
The first observance of Mardi Gras in its present form was celebrated in the Middle Ages. The begining of Mardi Gras in New Orleans began in 1699 with the introduction of French culture.
In New Orleans, Mardi Gras is celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is 40 days before Easter, excluding Sundays.
Well the biggest festival in Louisiana is the Mardi Gras festival. :)
The traditional colors of Mardi Gras in New Orleans are Gold, Purple and Green
Mardi Gras is a celebration most notably held in New Orleans, Louisiana