Since then, hundreds of thousands of people have gathered to party in the streets while building community with “krewes” ...

Making his annual Mardi Gras appearance was Hall of Fame Saints Quarterback Drew Brees who threw footballs and beads from a float in the Bacchus parade. Also having a timeee was Brees’ former teammate ...

With the 2026 Mardi Gras season over, one local business is giving leftover beads and throws a second life — with a sweet reward attached.