What are the symbols of Mardi Gras?
The traditional colors of Mardi Gras are purple, green, and gold. These are said to have been chosen in 1892 when the Rex Parade theme “Symbolism of Colors” gave the colors their meanings.
What is the meaning behind Mardi Gras?
Mardi is the French word for Tuesday, and gras means “fat.” In France, the day before Ash Wednesday came to be known as Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday.”
Why are masks worn by Krewe members at Mardi Gras?
Masking became a tradition because during early Carnivals, people put on masks to be able to mingle outside their class and keep their reputation untarnished. Float riders are required to wear masks by law in keeping with the mystery and tradition, and many krewes never reveal who their king or queen is.
What is the Rosca de Reyes for?
Rosca de Reyes is a traditional bread enjoyed by Christians to commemorate El Día de Los Tres Reyes Magos or Three Kings’ Day. It honors the day the Three Kings visited the newborn Jesus, and officially ends the holiday season in Mexico and in Latin America.
What do you know about Mardi Gras krewes?
Mardi Gras krewes throw the parades and each has its own history and traditions. Get to know them all below. Try to catch a coconut at the legendary Zulu parade on Mardi Gras Day. The historic and royal Krewe of Rex rolls every Mardi Gras Day.
What is the theme of Mardi Gras in New Orleans?
During the earliest years of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras celebrations, satire was often the theme of the major krewes’ parades. Over time, less controversial themes evolved, such as mythology,…
What is the Krewe of Grela’s motto?
The motto of this Krew is: “Token of Youth” and its members also boast the phrase: “Throw ‘Til It Hurts!” Grela: Founded in 1947, the Krewe of Grela takes its name from the first three letters of “Gretna” (the West Bank community through which it parades) and the abbrevliation for “Louisiana” (La).
Who rolls every Mardi Gras Day in New Orleans?
The historic and royal Krewe of Rex rolls every Mardi Gras Day. Named for the Olympian god of fertility and eternal youth, the largest krewe in Mardi Gras history was founded in 1967 as a small neighborhood venture in the Bayou St. John-Gentilly area. By 1974,…