LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - Whether we're ready for it or not, Mardi Gras Season 2026 is indeed here. King Cakes, parades, beads, booze, music, and all of the great times that come along with Fat Tuesday.

While Mardi Gras is often considered an anything goes kind of party, there are some definite unwritten rules to the season you just don't want to break.

From simple bead catching behaviors to Mardi Gras bathroom etiquette, it's important to have a little refresher every season before you hit the parade route.

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Let's take a look at "The 10 Commandments Of Mardi Gras"

The 10 Commandments of Louisiana's Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras Season is here, and let’s face it—finding a bathroom on Mardi Gras Day is like spotting a unicorn. But there’s a lot more to navigating Carnival season than just bathroom logistics. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are the essential “10 Commandments of Mardi Gras” to make sure your celebration is as smooth as a second-line parade.

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