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Mardi Gras

"Mardi Gras"Music, parades, picnics, floats, lots of fun, and one humungous holiday is what New Orleans Mardi Gras is all about right? Mardi Gras, though big and outrageous, is actually a Catholic/Christian holiday that celebrates the ending of Ash Wednesday (40 days of sacrifice) and the resurrection of Jesus. With so much history, Mardi Gras has more to offer than parties and crazy costumes. Come see what Mardi Gras is really about; full of rich culture, history, and tradition, Mardi Gras is a learning experience as well as a good time for the whole family.

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Posted by Admin - May 30, 2012 at 12:56 am

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