The Krewe of Oshun kicks off the two biggest weekends of parades for Mardi Gras 2015 -- 15 roll Friday (Feb. 6) through Sunday. Oshun, which is named for the Yoruba goddess of love, runs along the Uptown route, starting at 6 p.m. The Krewe of Cleopatra follows. Watch both live right here on the NOLA.com Parade Cam. The 18-float Oshun procession will include a band contest and marching Baby Dolls. Throws include peacock figures, mugs and medallion necklaces.
Sweetest Day. Date When Celebrated: Third Saturday in October. Now here is a day dedicated just for your sweetie. It exists as an opportunity for you to recognize that sweet and special someone. It doesnât matter who that person is, or what their relation to you. They just have to be sweet in order to get a little recognition.
2nd Annual Taste of Soul Birmingham. Kick off the 75th annual Magic City Classic at this year's Taste of Soul on Thursday, October 27, 2016 in Uptown Birmingham. The Taste of Soul is a culinary and music festival including a combination of Birminghamâs best food and hottest live entertainment. The Magic City Classic is the largest HBCU classic in the nation.