New Orleans marks the peak of Carnival season with Fat Tuesday, featuring lavish parades and a continuous street party in the French Quarter, highlighting the city's rich traditions and boosting its tourist economy.

The celebration includes famous parades like Rex, King of Carnival, and the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, with celebrities such as Harry Connick Jr., Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka participating in the festivities. It's a key event for locals and tourists alike, with traditions that include the meeting of the kings of the Rex Organization and the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, symbolizing a bridge between social and racial divides.