Mardi Gras Beads

For the folks that are part of Mardi Gras krewes in Louisiana, it's definitely a ton of fun, and it's also a huge financial commitment.

One of the most iconic and fun parts of Mardi Gras are of course the beads. But why do we throw beads at Mardi Gras, and what do they really mean?

Lucky Beads? The Secret Behind Mardi Gras Bead Throwing in Louisiana

Louisiana researchers have created a Mardi Gras bead that transforms itself after the party.

Mardi Gras is full of festive throws, but what do you do with all those beads after the parade? Discover creative and sustainable ways to reuse your Mardi Gras beads for crafts, donations, and decorations!

It's Mardi Gras time and I found a video that I thought was interesting really interesting explaining how Mardi Gras first started and how it has evolved.