Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a festive celebration that occurs before the Christian season of Lent. It is marked by vibrant parades, colorful costumes, and lively music. The most famous Mardi Gras celebrations take place in New Orleans, where people gather to enjoy the festivities, including the throwing of beads and other trinkets from floats. Traditionally, Mardi Gras is a time for feasting and revelry, as it represents the last day to indulge before the fasting period of Lent begins. Many people enjoy special foods, such as king cake, which is a sweet pastry often decorated with purple, green, and gold icing. The celebration is rich in cultural traditions and attracts visitors from around the world.