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Fairport Mardi Gras delights thousands at 82nd lakefront festival [Video]

FAIRPORT HARBOR, Ohio — The annual Fairport Mardi Gras delighted thousands of festivalgoers over four days, celebrating its 82nd year with numerous activities and events.

The festival, featuring a Christmas in July theme, kicked off on July 3 and concluded on July 6 with a spectacular fireworks display.

After the event wrapped up, the Fairport Mardi Gras Committee posted a video of the fireworks on Facebook and thanked the community for a successful and fun festival.

“That’s a wrap,” the Facebook post read. “Thank you all for a wonderful Christmas in July!”

The 2024 Mardi Gras took place daily from 1 to 11 p.m. at Fairport Harbor Beach Park. Dozens of vendors, rides, and games filled the streets and parking lot near the beach, where festival attendees could swim, relax, and enjoy fair food.

In addition to the fireworks display, the festival featured a vibrant parade and numerous live music performances that entertained the crowds throughout the event. The festivities also included the …

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