Carnival Season typically starts after Epiphany on Jan. 6 and culminates on Ash Wednesday, which falls on March 5 this year.

Galveston brings two weeks of parades, beads and live performances, featuring Bret Michaels and Kevin Fowler as headliners.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a final celebration on March 4 with a Fat Tuesday celebration.

Let the good times roll! Universal Orlando is celebrating its 30th Mardi Gras from Feb. 1 to March 30. See details on annual event.