Mardi Gras 2008 offers information to help you celebrate the final day of Carnival. There are several ways to celebrate the holiday that takes place the week before lent begins (Ash Wednesday). While the most famous location is New Orleans, the celebration takes place world wide.
Fast Facts:
- Celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday
- Date: Tuesday, February 5, 2008
- Also known as:
- Fat Tuesday
- Shrove Tuesday
- Pancake Tuesday
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