Tomorrow is Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, the day before various Christian denominations begin the observation of Lent. It gets its name from the custom of marking the day with feasting before the fasting season of Lent begins. Mardi Gras is a fun celebration of food, drinks, masks, and beads, and you certainly don’t need to be in New Orleans to participate. Consider celebrating with some of these fun Cleveland events:

Mardi Gras 2013 at Jezebel’s Bayou

Party starts at 12:00 p.m.

Jezebel’s Bayou

12718 Larchmere Blvd Cleveland, OH 44120

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Jezebel’s Bayou will be transforming into New Orleans for the day. Check out this bash featuring beads, crawfish boils, and bands playing in a tent out back. The music starts at 5:00 p.m. and features Universal Mob Funk and the Swamp Boogie Band.

Mardi Gras 2013 at House of Blues

Doors open a 4:00 p.m.

House of Blues Cleveland – Restaurant Stage

308 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44114

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Visit the House of Blues for a free evening of music by Blues Chronicles, a happy hour party from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Mardi Gras food and drink specials. The Blues Chronicles will be playing from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and there is no cover charge for the show.

Cats on Holiday Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party

6:00 p.m.

ParkView Nite Club

1261 W 58th Street Cleveland, OH 44102

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Check out ParkView Nite Club on Fat Tuesday for a celebration featuring the band Cats on Holiday, a group serving up a variety of country, cajun, and blues.

WNCX Fat Tuesday Bowling Blowout

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Cloverleaf Lanes

5619 Brecksville Road Cleveland, OH 44131

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Join 98.5 WNCX at Cloverleaf Lanes on Fat Tuesday for their Bowling Blowout. This evening out features unlimited bowling from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., shoes, and complimentary food and soda or water. A cash bar will also be available. Click here for more information.

Mardi Gras at the Aquarium

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium

2000 Sycamore Street Cleveland, OH 44113

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Scene Magazine will be hosting a Mardi Gras celebration at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. Enjoy an evening at the aquarium and complimentary mask, beads, food, drinks, and a DJ in the shark exhibit. Tickets are $20 for pass holders and $25 for general admission. Click here to purchase yours online.