How many people on here have Mardi Gras celebrations? I'm asking because in a few weeks we will have our Mardi Gras but I don't do so well with crowds so I'm not sure what it's really like and what it's for since I never been there myself. I think there is a parade and beads involved along with some fireworks but other than that I'm not all that sure and I was wondering if anybody has ever been to one and can explain what it is.