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The biggest bash in this neck of the woods is in February or March, depending on when Lent occurs. Up to a dozen different parades take to the streets over five days, culminating on "Fat Tuesday," and a festival atmosphere fills the city.
- Address: Lafayette, LA
- Website: www.gomardigras.com
- Location: Lafayette
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