"Mardi Gras 2024: Celebrations, Security, and History in New Orleans"
TL;DR
Mardi Gras, also known as Carnival, is a festive celebration that begins on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and is marked by parades, colorful floats, and people in costumes. Originating in Europe, it has spread to various countries including the United States, Italy, Brazil, and Trinidad and Tobago. The celebration signifies the start of the Lenten season, with festivities lasting for weeks in some places. This year, Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, Feb. 13, and is celebrated by millions around the world.
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