Houses in New Orleans are transformed into Mardi Gras floats since parades are canceled
By Caitlin O'Kane
Mardi Gras transforms into COVID-friendly party
New Orleans and Mardi Gras go hand in hand, so when the city decided it had to cancel the the parades, parties and large gatherings for 2021, residents knew they wouldn't let the holiday pass without a celebration.
Mardi Gras parades are not permitted this year because large gatherings have proven to be super-spreader events for COVID-19, said Mayor LaToya Cantrell's office. But despite the cancellations, festive "floats" will still line the streets of New Orleans — because people have decided to decorate their houses instead.