The holiday's date is determined by the spring equinox and full moon cycle. On the Gregorian calendar (the one we use), ...

6 and will close with a grand, final celebration on March 4, better known as Fat Tuesday. Originating from French traditions, the annual carnival celebration that began in Louisiana during the ...

Though Easter isn't for a few months, there are several other spring religious holidays, including Fat Tuesday, Ash Wednesday and Lent, coming up.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans, has been in full swing since Jan. 6 and will close with a final celebration on March 4 with a Fat ...

The Louisiana city's final celebration takes place March 4 on Fat Tuesday. The day before the ... Mardi Gras is rooted in the traditions of various cultures before the solemn season of Lent.

"It's deeper than abstaining from ice cream," said Fr. Bill Swichtenberg of St. Mary Catholic Community in Appleton.