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Photo of the Week: February 28, 2025

Posted on February 28, 2025

A lively Mardi Gras celebration takes place inside St. Louis Lambert International Airport as arriving passengers are greeted by volunteers dressed in festive attire. A woman wearing a purple, green, and yellow jester hat hands out colorful bead necklaces to a traveler carrying a backpack. Another volunteer, wearing a green glittery hat, smiles while holding additional decorations. Behind them, a large illuminated sign displays the flag of St. Louis. The setting includes airport seating and signage directing passengers to baggage claim and transportation, creating a welcoming and festive atmosphere for travelers.

Airport Mardi Gras: Volunteers from Explore St. Louis welcome passengers on their way to baggage claim with beads and other pageantry to help celebrate Mardi Gras in St. Louis.