Parties and pub crawls celebrating New Orleans-style across the country
It may have its roots in religious observances, but these days Mardi Gras has become a rowdy celebration of excess in which multi-colored masks are perfectly normal attire, tiny plastic beads are a form of social currency and finding a miniature baby in your cake is considered a good thing.
We've collected the best photos of Mardi Gras celebrations from Metromix cities across our great, king cake lovin' land for your perusal. Enjoy!


