When it’s Fat Tuesday and you’re still in California, San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is calling your name, beckoning you to come celebrate. You’re never too old to rock, though you must be at least 21 to gain admission to the city’s biggest street party in what was once a redlight district of town.

5 stages of entertainment spread throughout 16 blocks include the world’s top Electronica, Dubstep and House DJs. Sexy? Yes! Naughty? Oh yeah! Fun? Are you kidding–take a look at the photos!

The party starts at 6 p.m. and goes through midnight, costing $20 advance; $25 day of. Call (619) 233-5227. gaslamp.org

MARDI GRAS EVENTS IN CALIFORNIA 2012:

• FRESNO Tower District Grand Mardi Gras Parade February 19, 2012 towerdistrict.org
• LONG BEACH Long Beach Mardi Gras 2012 February 3, 2012, Rainbow Harbor lbmardigras.comMardi Gras
• LOS ANGELES Brazilian Carnaval February 5, 2012 at Club Nokia/LA Live BrazilianNites.com
• NEVADA CITY Parade and masquerade ball February 18 & 19, 2012 nevadacitychamber.com
• SAN DIEGO Brazilian Mardi Gras Carnival February 18, 2012 4th & B Showcase Theater brazilcarnival.com
• TAHOE Village at Northstar February 21, 2012 northstarattahoe.com