The NOFD reminds everyone on social media of safety guidelines for New Orleans' Carnival, starting on Epiphany and leading up to Mardi Gras, emphasizing a secure and fun celebration.

The Paramount Theater is hosting an Elvis Presley tribute by Anthony Shore on February 19, with a preceding buffet lunch at the Olde Brick House. Tickets are $99.

Ariel Pink is slated to play the Chapel this Friday, reigniting debate over his Jan. 6 attendance and a 2017 onstage controversy at the same venue.

St. Charles is preparing for its annual Mardi Gras celebration on February 15th, featuring a parade at 11 AM and an after party. Participants can register online to join in the festivities.

New Orleans faces varied weather with initial partly cloudy skies and a chilly 40°F, transitioning to sun, then showers and thunderstorms, and gusty winds. A drier spell with sunny days is expected after.

BART is hosting "SF Sketchfest: On the Rails," a comedy show on a train, on January 24th with comics like Brent Weinbach and a silent disco twist. Tickets are $20 and available online.

Mickey Rourke disavows a GoFundMe set up in his name for eviction relief, insisting he did not authorize it despite claims otherwise from his manager's team.

Benson Boone will perform in San Francisco during Super Bowl week, part of the BAHC Live! Concert Series, with tickets on sale from January 9th. Proceeds will benefit Tipping Point Community.

West Jordan's Small and Tall Ball 2026 will offer music, crafts, and a Wicked-themed dance, with general and sensory-friendly sessions on February 13th. Tickets go on sale January 12th.

Governors Ball returns to Queens with a lineup featuring Lorde, A$AP Rocky, and Jennie from BLACKPINK for a weekend filled with music variety in June.

The Five Points Center in Raleigh is offering new art classes in watercolor and calligraphy for adults, with different levels and prices, and you must bring your own supplies.

The Levitate Music & Arts Festival will feature Alanis Morissette, Caamp, Ziggy Marley and more, combining music, art, and eco-friendly community activities on July 18-19.

New Orleans and Baton Rouge prepare for Mardi Gras with scheduled parades and parties, observing updated regulations on spectator items and krewes' throwables for safety.