What to expect: Baton Rouge, Louisiana's capital, sits on the shores of the Mississippi River, 82 miles northwest of New ...

While New Orleans has the largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States, Lake Charles, Mississippi, has the largest known display of Mardi Gras costumes in the country.

Carnival in Portugal is one of those times of year when the country drops its guard a bit. You get satire in the streets, ...

The clattering of ringing bells and a kaleidoscope of vibrant costumes and handmade masks are making the streets of a ...

Carnival in Spain is the moment winter finally loosens up a bit. Streets fill with parades, sequins and brass bands, and kids march through town in costumes their parents cobbled together. It’s a ...

It's a beloved tradition that delights children of all ages! In winter, the Carnival is celebrated with costumes, pancakes and donuts, and lively festivities bustling through the city streets. This ...

Sneak peek at upcoming San Diego-area street fairs, festivals, concerts, performances, art shows, library events, community ...

Known and consumed since the Neolithic era, wine is as ancient as human history. The bond between this alcoholic beverage and humans in Basilicata is very close. February is the month of ...

If you like wacky local traditions, then this French town is for you - its spring carnival takes in herring throwing, giants ...