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When is Mardi Gras 2025? This year, Mardi Gras, which translates from French to "Fat Tuesday," is on March 4. Ash Wednesday is on March 5, the day marking the start of the 40-day Lenten season Mardi Gras organisers are preparing for a "leaner" parade this year after last year's event saw a drop in attendance from an expected 250,000 to a reported 120,000. The 47th annual Sydney Mardi Gras parade features an incredible amount of diversity (photo: Sydney Mardi Gras). Best Mardi Gras Parade Viewing Areas. There are four main ticketed viewing areas for the ultimate experience during the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. Taylor Square Takeover (presented by American Express) One of Sydney’s most colourful nights will be in full swing this weekend as thousands are expected to descend on the streets to celebrate the 47th annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. 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. Here's everything you need to know about Mardi Gras. When is Mardi Gras 2025? Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is on Tuesday, March 4 this year. Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday. Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025. Mardi Gras is more than an event—it’s an experience. Whether you’re tasting your first King Cake, dancing to a brass band on Frenchmen Street, collecting a bag full of signature throws, or marveling at the creativity of a parade float, every moment immerses you in the spirit of New Orleans. In short: Crowds lined Oxford Street, Flinders Parade and Anzac Parade on Saturday night for this Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. NSW Police officers were allowed to march, despite Huge crowds lined the streets of Sydney on Saturday evening for the 47th annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. Tens of thousands of people from across Australia turned up to watch more than Mardi Gras in New Orleans, also known as Carnival, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a grand, final celebration on March 4, better known as Fat Tuesday. Originating from Our 100% nonprofit Mardi Gras event will take place on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025. The City of Trees Parade is a dazzling showcase of Sacramento’s rich diversity and culture! The City of Trees Parade is a dazzling showcase of Sacramento’s rich diversity and culture! Mardi Gras, Inc., a 501(c)(4) not-for-profit organization, is responsible for producing the Mardi Gras . celebration in St. Louis, which celebrates its 46th year in 2025. Soulard’s celebration, which began with a . house party among five friends in search of a theme, is now recognized as one of the largest Mardi Gras celebrations in the world. Beginning today @ 2p and throughout the Family Gras weekend, 2/21/25 through 2/23/25, ONLY when Veterans Street is closed in both directions, between Causeway and Severn, there will be no bus service on Veterans between Clearview and Bonnabel: Passengers may board the E1 Veterans bus at Clearview Pkwy heading towards New Orleans. Mardi Gras Season Starts Here! Jan. 6. BOS Family Winter Carnival and Shoebox Float Gallery. JAN 18. February Fords Gin Scavenger Hunt. FEB. 8. Cajun Cook-Off. FEB. 15. Run For Your Beads 5K. FEB. 22. Verizon Taste of Soulard. FEB. 22-23. Purina Pet Parade. FEB. 23. Tito’s Vodka Wiener Dog Derby. FEB. 23. Mayor’s Mardi Gras Ball. FEB. 28 METAIRIE, La. (WGNO) — Carnival season is underway in the Greater New Orleans area, which means Jefferson Parish is gearing up for Family Gras. The free, three-day event is returning to Metairie The 2025 Mardi Gras Mas-Que-Rade is a signature event to be held on February 21, 2025, by OCCUP (Omegas of Charleston Community Uplift Project) in conjunction with The Mu Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. This event is a fundraiser to help these two organizations carry out mandated community programs and scholarships in Saturday, March 1st, 2025 The Sheraton Westport Chalet 191 Westport Plaza, 63146. Doors open at 6 pm, program begins at 6:30 pm. Dinner, Drinks & Dancing Live music from Big Shake Daddies Student Choir & Swing Dance Showcase Mardi Gras-Themed Menu Catholic Mardi Gras Traditions Festive Attire, Mardi Gras Masks Encouraged Mardi Gras 10K/5K February 22, 2025 Presented by: Councilman Liljeberg - District 5. Kick off the Mardi Gras season by joining us for the Mardi Gras 10K/5K in partnership with Jefferson Parish's Family Gras! Mardi Gras 5K now includes a 10K distance! Don't miss out on a day of fun, fitness, and Mardi Gras spirit that the entire family can enjoy. Joker hats and crazy socks are worn during this Mardi Gras-themed run through Galveston’s Entertainment District. Free beverages and a balcony party are held after the race. Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Parade at Noon. This krewe is the second-oldest Mardi Gras social group in Galveston, having been established in March 1985. The Twin Cities’ Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras parade will celebrate its 42nd year of Mardi Gras tradition and flavor in the Twin Cities in 2025. The Twin Cities' Krewe of Janus Parade has entertained revelers since 1984 who eagerly gather along the 3.8-mile route through West Monroe and Monroe.
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