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The Top Questions You Weren't Afraid to Ask

I see that Mardi Gras starts on Feb. 24, 2009. I'm coming in the next day. What're the best events to attend?

Probably early Mass at St. Louis Cathedral. You've missed Carnival and slipped straight to Ash Wednesday. You're still free to drink yourself into a stupor, but you should start planning now for Mardi Gras 2009.

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What's the difference between Mardi Gras and Carnival?

Carnival officially begins in New Orleans on the Feast of Epiphany, or Twelfth Night - Jan. 6 - and continues until the midnight of Fat Tuesday - Mardi Gras - the day before Ash Wednesday.

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Who officially runs Mardi Gras? Where can I buy tickets?

You can buy them from me. Send cash.

OK, Let's get it straight: Mardi Gras is a HOLIDAY. Like Christmas. Or Halloween. Anyone can create Mardi Gras events.

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