All About Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras (also called Shrove Tuesday and Fat Tuesday) is the day before Ash Wednesday, the traditional beginning of the Lenten season that precedes Easter. It falls 45 days prior to Easter and can be as early as February 3 and as late as March 9. Below is a look at Mardi Gras celebrations around the world:

Mardi Gras Recipes - What to serve at your carnival party.

Mardi Gras Supplies - Beads, party supplies, masks, and more

Carnival in Rio - the largest Mardi Gras celebration in the world.

Carnival in Venice – A city-wide celebration since the 13th century

Mardi Gras in New Orleans – A weekend of parades, beads, and revelry