As the sun set Sunday night, the 2025 Mardi Gras season officially began. Twelfth Night represents the 12 days after Christmas, wrapping up the holiday season and allowing revelers to begin their carnival celebrations.

Do you know the history of Twelfth Night? Here's how it came to be known as the start of the Carnival season in New Orleans.

New Orleans is celebrating the return of Mardi Gras, and we've got the parade schedule you need to get out there and enjoy every bit. Why it matters: We can help you stay organized before you hit the route.

The 12th Night is the beginning of the Mardi Gras season. It's one of the only nights of the year that you can catch all the Mardi Gras krewes celebrating the carnival season together. "The 12th night is the beginning of Mardi Gras season.