Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans banning plastic beads

Some Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans are cutting down on their environmental footprint by banning plastic beads and replacing them with more useful throws like packs of jambalaya ingredients.

Security Costs for New Orleans Carnival Season

New Orleans Carnival season organizers facing increased security costs post-deadly attack on Bourbon Street. Independent walking krewes struggle to cover expenses. City council working on changing code to support smaller parades.

LGBTQ+ Pride Parades

The monthlong celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride culminated in vibrant parades in New York, San Francisco, and other locations, blending festivities with political protests against anti-LGBTQ+ laws. Tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict were also evident, with protesters advocating for Palestine disrupting the celebrations. Participants highlighted the ongoing fight for equality and unity within the LGBTQ+ community.