Phoenix New Times: 10 places to celebrate Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday) in Phoenix

Concerts, parties and plenty of drinks can be had all over the Valley to celebrate Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is traditionally the last day before the season of Lent begins, a period of time characterized by self-denial and religious reflection.

Which means, it’s time to party.

Here are 10 places to celebrate the holiday around metro Phoenix, including some that stretch later into the month, just in case you want to let the good times roll past the official holiday.

‘Mardi Gras in New Orleans’

The Symphony’s APS Pops series continues with a tribute to Fat Tuesday. Feb. 23 through 25, visiting trumpet player, singer and conductor Byron Stripling will lead a program that includes “St. Louis Blues,” “What a Wonderful World” and “Alexander’s Ragtime Band.” Tickets start at $60.

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