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Long Beach Mardi Gras Festival: March 2

February 27th, 2019

It’s time to spice things up at annual Long Beach Mardi Gras! This popular and family friendly So Cal event combines incredible live jazz, blues, and creole music, authentic Louisiana cuisine savory and sweet, dancing, art, a parade, and more fun. It’s like being in New Orleans. Mardi Gras (aka Fat Tuesday) is a festive celebration that takes place before the season of Lent that leads up to Easter Sunday. Speaking of music, did you know that KJAZZ 88.1FM is located on the campus of Cal State Long Beach? Whenever you want that Mardi Gras feeling, tune in anytime for timeless favorites and emerging artists.