Crowds congregate on Bourbon St. in French Quarter to celebrate the Mardi Gras Season in New Orleans, Friday, Feb. 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Jonathan Bachman)
It is that time of the year again: Mardi Gras.
Celebrations are happening all over the place but, the biggest parades and festivities are in New Orleans.
As a well known party destination, celebrities are already showing up to take part in the fun. People have already seen actor Will Ferrell as Bacchus XLIV for the Krewe of Bacchus parade. Other notable names include actress Mariska Hargitay, actress Hilary Swank, musician/ reality TV star Bret Michaels and actress Patricia Clarkson.
One interesting aspect of Mardi Gras are the “Indians.” There are around 40 tribes that collect and participate in the parades during Mardi Gras. The most notable thing about them are their giant “suits.” These “suits” are hand made out of feathers, beads, and a whole lot of colorful thread. Some say their “best experience each year is donning the suit.” Learn more about the Mardi Gras Indians with thisstory.
Take a look through the gallery to see the beginnings of the Mardi Gras celebrations or watch it live on streaming video below.
Source: MassLive.com
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