New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras, the indulgent conclusion of Carnival season
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February 18, 2026
NEW ORLEANS, La. (AP) — Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, marks the climax and end of the weekslong Carnival season and a final chance for indulgence, feasting and revelry before the Christian Lent period of sacrifice and reflection.
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