Let the good times roll
This is the English translation of the French phrase Mardis Gras.
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The official colours of Mardis Gras are this trio
What are green, gold and purple?
This iconic New Orleans street is known for its jazz clubs and vibrant nightlife.
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This small token is baked inside traditional king cakes.
What is baby figurine?
Made from this material, trumpets are often heard leading Mardis Gras parades in this city.
What is brass?
Mardis Gras is always celebrated on this day of the week.
What is Tuesday?
Early Mardis Gras revelers wore these to hide their identity
What are masks?
New Orleans famous zoo is located in this large park.
What is Audubon Park?
These are deep-fried, donut-like treats served with a powdered sugar dusting, a NOLA favourite.
What are beignets?
This NOLA musical legend was known by the nickname “Satchmo”.
Who is Louis Armstrong?
These wearable trinkets are sometimes thrown from Mardis Gras floats to parade-goers.
What are beads/beaded necklaces?
These are worn by Mardis Gras royalt.
What are crowns?
This genre of music was born in the New Orleans and is closely associated with the city.
What is jazz?
This Creole dish is a spicy treat made with stewed sausag, chicken or shrimp cooked with rice.
What is jambalay?
This lively and unique Louisiana music genre blends French, Creole, and blues and features instruments like the washboard band accordio.
What is zydec?
Mardis Gras marks the end of this season in New Orleans.
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These social groups are organizers of Mardis Gras parades, balls, and other events.
What are krewes?
This river rubs alongside New Orleans.
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This New Orleans seafood stew is cooked with a thick roux base, okra, or file powder as a thickener.
What is gumbo?
A local festival each spring celebrates this genre of music.
What is jazz?
This is the official slogan of Mardis Gras, often heard during celebrations.
What is Laissezle bons temps roule?
This type of large gold coin is often throwin from parade floats, representing prosperity.
What are doubloons?
This famed church sits at the heart of Jackson Square.
What is St.Louis Cathederal?
These sandwiches, often featuring fried shrimp and served on long loaves of French Bread, are New Orleans staple.
What are po’boys?
These marching groups are often seen (and heard) accompanying floats and parades during Mardis Gras.
What are bass bands?