The countdown to Mardi Gras starts in New Orleans

 Dozens of people in costumes and bands playing, lined the streets in New Orleans on Saturday, Jan. 6th, to begin the countdown to the world-famous Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras is a huge celebration

The Mardi Gras celebration is such a huge cultural phenomenon that happens every year in New Orleans, so you can imagine how important it is for so many people. So significant that it begins now and people count down the days.

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We're super excited for Mardi Gras, are you? Let us know in the comments how excited you are for it. We'd love to hear what you think about this grand celebration.