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The simple answer is that it is the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. If you are Catholic or understand Ash Wednesday then you will know that it is the beginning of Lent when you give up most pleasures and excesses. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) was when you went out and did all your excesses. Hope this helps.
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What celebration is like mardi gras?
Mardi gras
Which United States city is most famous for it's Mardi Gras celebration?
New Orleans, Louisiana is famous for it's Mardi Gras celebration.
This state host a huge Mardi Gras celebration every year?
Louisiana hosts a huge Mardi Gras celebration every year in New Orleans.
Which celebration do you prefer: Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday"?
Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday are actually the same celebration, with Mardi Gras being the French term for Fat Tuesday. So, they are essentially the same thing, just called by different names.
Where do they celebrate Mardi Gras at?
Mardi Gras is a celebration most notably held in New Orleans, Louisiana
When was New Orleans first Mardi Gras celebration?
1873
What are usually thrown from floats in a Mardi Gras celebration?
Beads
What is the world famous celebration in New Orleans?
Mardi Gras.
Would like a example of a thesis statement for mardi gras?
While Mardi Gras is a fun celebration it also has a great historical backgound!
Are Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday synonymous?
Yes, Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday are synonymous terms that refer to the same holiday celebration.
What is the year of the recorded celebration of Mardi Gras in America?
1937
Why do you have Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a day of celebration before the season of Lent begins the next day, Ash Wednesday.
