Everything in Texas is big and this year it will be even better at the 6th Annual Mardi Gras DFW in Dallas 's Fair Park . It may not be the beaded necklace throwing, naked bodies everywhere party that made New Orleans so popular however, this all age's show is sure to fulfill every classic rock and country lovers needs. Classic rock legend Blue Oyster Cult, a legendary band that never goes out of style, along with Cheep Trick are set to headline for the first night of the infamous musical weekend.

The weekend adventure starts Friday February 16th. Advance tickets are . This event is sponsored by 93.3 the Bone and is only the start of what looks to be a wild and fun weekend the whole family can enjoy.

Previous years sponsored by 99.5 the Wolf, have only involved Texas ' affection for country music. Even after all the success this year it was decided that we deserved a little more music. This year Mardi Gras 2007 with additional sponsors like Miller Light, Duke's Original Roadhouse, Gilley's Dallas, and the previously mentioned 99.3 the bone, the classic rock side of Texas has been chosen to shine through. The show will start at 5pm in the Automobile building at the fair park fair grounds, doors open at 4pm so get there early. Other bands scheduled to play that day include Mini Kiss and Petty Theft.

The last five years have been full of fun filled events. The new addition this year is already turning heads and starting up conversations. While you are there don't forget to stop by all the various sponsors' booths, load up on goodies and meet other music loving Texans!

Naked, exposed like fine rock-n-roll

Perfect as strangers, imperfect as love

Naked, exposed like fine rock-n-roll

Perfect as strangers, imperfect as love

We're never sorry, we're never sad

We're modern lovers, what fun we had

With fun lyrics like these from the 1976 song True Confessions... by Blue Oyster Cult, How could you not enjoy a show brought to you by the people who know and love great Texas style music? So, all that's left is to purchase your tickets grab your family or a loved one, load yourself down with your favorite Mardi Gras beads, so get tickets and join the fun!