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"Mardi Gras"

"Mardi Gras"

Formerly under the influence of the Catholic Church, this day was called "Confession Day" because it is the last day before the beginning of Lent.

Date & time

17.02.2026

Place

East Belgium

T. +32 (0)80 33 02 50 S. www.ostbelgien.eu

Today, "Mardi gras" is more of a celebration and marks the end of the carnival season at midnight.

  • Kettenis (Departure: 14:30), about 25 groups
  • Manderfeld (Departure: 14:00), about 35 groups