And Mississippi is no exception. In order to combat the excess of Mardi Gras beads that wind up littered throughout the area, the Mississippi Aquarium partners with organizations across the state ...

So what is the meaning behind the beads at Mardi Gras? Here's what we know about why the beads were incorporated into this celebration and why the festival was created to begin with. Here's the ...

Gather the beads, prep the sweets, and get ready to feast because Mardi Gras is here! Skyler Caruso is a Writer and Reporter of PEOPLE Digital Entertainment. She joined PEOPLE in 2021, but has ...