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During the hiatus the words "Carnaval de Paris" were seldom spoken. Parisians were always able to celebrate "Mardi Gras", of course; they simply had to travel to Nice or Rio de Janeiro. Claude Monet, Carnaval boulevard des Capucines, 1873 A modern carnival poster made by Basile Pachkoff. The Carnaval de Paris has inspired great artists. -Hey, is it Mardi Gras? Are you dressed up like a carnival? said Dame Ginette to Jacqouille and Messire Godefroy in Les Visiteurs! And yes, the festive tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages is back in Paris! This Sunday, March 2, is the date for the new edition of Carnaval de Paris, with the theme of love, peace and joy! “Le soir de Mardi gras, il faut danser sur les fumiers pour avoir des navets.” (On Mardi Gras night, you must dance on the manure to get turnips..) “Mardi gras sous la pluie, l’hiver s’enfuit.” (Mardi Gras is in the rain; winter is running away.) “Quand Mardi gras est là alors enlevez vos balances et faites vos crêpes.” Mardi Gras, meaning “Fat Tuesday” in French, is one of the most vibrant celebrations in France. Marking the culmination of the Carnival season, it’s a time for indulgence, creativity, and community spirit. Let’s dive into its origins, folklore, modern festivities, and culinary delights. The origins of Mardi Gras Unlike today’s short-lived celebration, the Paris Carnival used to stretch over several months, from Epiphany to Lent, culminating in the grand finale on Fat Tuesday (Mardi-Gras). Everyone took part—from workers to students, from guilds to high society. The streets transformed into a theatre of masks, floats, and unbridled revelry. The climax of Paris Carnival Procession is the Promenade du Boeuf Gras ( the parade of the fat cow). The colorful parade is held according to Paris tradition from the Middle-Ages. The parade attracts, every year, more than fifty thousands spectators who enjoy the entertainments shows, live music, theater shows, juggler shows, acrobatic, etc Mardi Gras 2025 se fête, cette année, le 4 mars prochain. Pour les gourmands, c'est l'occasion de se régaler avec des beignets, des gaufres et des crêpes, mais aussi d'en apprendre un peu plus Carnaval de Paris is back for another edition. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital. Mardi Gras 2025 takes place this year on March 4. But what exactly are we celebrating on this day? Why a Tuesday and not another day? Carnaval de Paris 2025 returns this Sunday: program and route! The City of Paris decided to double up the fun and do both the Carnival of Paris for Mardi Gras in March, and a 2nd one in May for the Fête de Charivari. Between 1952-1997 there was no Carnival in Paris, and even now most Parisians probably don’t know that there is a carnival in Paris in March. Click on the Mardi Gras krewes below for further information about the krewe and to see their usual route for each parade. Please note: Events and activities are subject to change without notice. Stay tuned to the site for further info. February Concerts in Paris - 2025 Notre Dame Cathedral - Popular classic concert venue in Paris. Paris concerts during February include an exciting mix of opera and ballet, top contemporary artists such as Cyndi Lauper in music halls and stadiums, and classical concerts in historical churches, where you can hear favorites such as Mozart, Bach, Chopin, Vivaldi, and more. Le Carnaval de Paris revient pour une nouvelle édition. Le rendez-vous vous est donné le dimanche 2 mars 2025 pour assister à cet évènement incontournable du mardi gras dans la capitale. Carnaval de Paris is back for another edition. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital. Carnaval de Paris is back for another edition. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at this not-to-be-missed Mardi Gras event in the capital. Mardi Gras 2025 takes place this year on March 4. But what exactly are we celebrating on this day? Why a Tuesday and not another day? Carnaval de Paris 2025 returns this Sunday: program and route! Mardi Gras 2025 se tient, cette année, le 4 mars prochain. Mais au juste, que célèbre-t-on ce jour-là ? Pourquoi un mardi et pas un autre jour ? Pourquoi se déguise-t-on pour Mardi Gras ? La date du Mardi gras varie considérablement d’une année à l’autre. Elle peut avoir lieu aussi bien en février qu’en mars. La raison en est simple : sa date est choisie en fonction de Mardi Gras and Carnaval season in France is traditionally a time for indulging in rich, fatty foods before the austerity of Lent. The festivities are marked by vibrant public celebrations and parades featuring outdoor feasts, masquerades, masked balls, and performances from magicians and stilt walke Find tickets & information for KDWD Presents: A Mardi Gras in Paris. happening at VIP La Fontaine, Houston, TX on Sat, 15 Feb, 2025 at 08:00 pm CST. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information.
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