History

• Familiarizing yourself with the history of Mardi Gras will guide you when planning your attire for the big evening. For generations, masquerade balls have been an opportunity for partygoers to dress in elegant or convivial clothing and hide their identities behind elaborate decorated masks. Today, masks are closely connected with the annual celebrations. The colors green, purple and gold are associated with Mardi Gras. Green represents faith, gold portrays power, and purple depicts justice.