Popular practices on Mardi Gras include wearing masks and costumes, overturning social conventions, dancing, sports competitions, parades, debauchery, etc. Similar expressions to Mardi Gras appear in other European languages sharing the Christian tradition, as it is associated with the religious requirement for confession before Lent begins. In many areas, the term "Mardi Gras" has come to mean the whole period of activity related to the celebratory events, beyond just the single day. In some American cities, it is now called "Mardi Gras Day".
Carnival is an important celebration in Anglican and Catholic European nations.In the United Kingdom and Ireland, the week before Ash Wednesday is called "shrovetide", ending on Shrove Tuesday. It has its popular celebratory aspects, as well. Pancakes are a traditional food. Pancakes and related fried breads or pastries made with sugar, fat, and eggs are also traditionally consumed at this time in many parts of Latin America and theCaribbean.
Mardi Gras has become an important geocaching day, with events being help worldwide, and special Geocoins produced annually for the event. Our event will occur on the Friday before the actual day, as midweek not always the easiest.
Date: 24th February 2017
Time: 1930-2100
Venue: City Walls, 6 The Back Walk, Stirling FK8 2QA, Phone: 01786 451063
Please post numbers attending, and if they require food below and I will book a table. Food and drinks are optional, and can be purchased at the venue.
If you feel like getting into the spirit of Mardi Gras you may also wish to wear a mask!