Open Directory - Society: Holidays: Mardi Gras and Carnival
See also: This category in other languages: - Contains pictures of Carnaval de Barranquilla and information about the city of Barranquilla. - Guide to global carnival celebrations, parades, and travel information. - Anything and everything that is Mardi Gras in the town. Includes a blog, pictures of Barkus parades and costumes in the French Quarter, and virtual tour. - History of carnival and official programme. - Festival history, events, photo gallery and suggestions to visitors on sightseeing. - Some history behind this holiday. - Is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of people's festivals and parades in Europe. - Explores holiday's pagan origins and argues that those who celebrate it align themselves with Satan. - Official site includes a schedule of events as well as a history of the event in the Texas city. Purchase tickets online. - News and pictures of Mardi Gras around the world. - Author's first impressions of Mardi Gras in 1996, some favorite links, a message board, and information about the current Mardi Gras. - The six day celebration in the ski town of Red River, NM. Includes extensive schedule of events, photo gallery of past events and krewe info. - Features history behind Mardi Gras, pictures of floats, crafts, and coloring sheets. - Provides brief description of the holiday. - Learn about the Catholic roots of Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, the last hurrah before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Also has free Mardi Gras e-cards. - The Krewe of Troubadours celebrates this event with the costumes found anywhere during the Mardi Gras season. History, royalty, troubadours ball, parade, membership, news, members access. Located in Lafayette, LA. - An invitation to the traditional feasts and musical culture from Provence, County of Nice, and Occitany. Offers background information, sound files, lyrics, bibliography, and discography. - On-line encyclopedia article provides information regarding styles by State, sambódromo, music, and security. - On-line encyclopedia article provides information regarding International Caribbean Carnivals.
