By 2005 the Zulu parades were premiere Mardi Gras events with lavish floats. Gone was the raggedy pants parody of the original parade; the king and queen of Zulu reigned in elegant tuxedo and gown.

And what would the Mardi Gras parade be without the gigantic, ornate floats? The world-famous floats take a year to make. Well, nearly a year. 50 weeks, to be exact, because for two weeks they're ...

Fans of Universal’s Mardi Gras can start planning their visit for this year’s celebration, “International Flavor of Carnaval.

Floats rolling through the parade streets ... The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club doles out a coveted item each Mardi Gras: the Zulu Coconut. The fruits do not resemble their original appearance ...

Returning this year is the Float Ride and Dine experience, which has expanded to more eatery choices. When you purchase this ...

"The 40th anniversary is a special year for the Mardi Gras and we're really proud of being, we believe, the first professional sporting team to have a float in the Mardi Gras Parade," Ireland said.

By 2005 the Zulu parades were premiere Mardi Gras events with lavish floats. Gone was the raggedy pants parody of the original parade; the king and queen of Zulu reigned in elegant tuxedo and gown.