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Mardi Gras! Galveston is delighted to announce the distinguished recipients of the prestigious George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Award: Mike Doherty and Kenneth Shelton. These two lifelong residents of Galveston Island will be honored at an awards ceremony on Friday, February 21, 5:30 PM, as part of the kick-off to Mardi Gras festivities. Working with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Beta Phi Omega Chapter, the Ivy Isle Foundation provides scholarships and enrichment programs to improve the lives of children and families on Galveston Island. The annual Mardi Gras Gala raises money to support these programs. It is an unforgettable evening of dinner, dancing, and delight. The Strand – Galveston. Friday, February 28, 2025. Mardi Gras Kings Court Balcony Party 2021 Strand-Entrance on Strand across from Hendley’s. Mardi Gras Working with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Beta Phi Omega Chapter, the Ivy Isle Foundation provides scholarships and enrichment programs to improve the lives of children and families on Galveston Island. The annual Mardi Gras Gala raises money to enhance the social, economic, and educational well-being of residents on the Island. Mardi Gras! Galveston is the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the country and has a long history of festivities. The first celebration in Galveston was held in 1867, complete with a masked ball and Shakespearean reenactments! In 1871, two rival Mardi Gras societies, or “Krewes” were created. The nonprofit initiative enables life skills students from Galveston’s Ball High School to collect, clean, recycle and resell Mardi Gras beads, raising funds for school projects, outings and events. This Mardi Gras-themed run through Galveston's Entertainment District features joker hats and crazy socks. The race ends with free drinks and a balcony party. Noon — Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Parade Mardi Gras! Galveston returns Feb. 21 through March 4, bringing two weekends of parades, concerts and celebrations to the island. Floats, marching bands and bead-throwing will fill the streets The island’s 114 th Mardi Gras celebration began Friday, February 21, and continues until March 4, or Fat Tuesday. Both weekends will be packed with parades, parties and, of course, beads. Galveston’s island-style Mardi Gras has plenty of personality. The History of Mardi Gras! Galveston. Mardi Gras was first publicly observed on Galveston Island in 1867. Following a sabbatical imposed in 1941 by war and challenging times, Mardi Gras! Galveston was revived in 1985 by Galveston-born preservationist and developer George P. Mitchell. 10:00 p.m. Mardi Gras! Galveston Parade Revelers will enjoy this festive night parade, as it circles the Entertainment District wrapping up the first day of celebrations for Mardi Gras! Galveston, 2025. A group of 9 Festive Floats will be throwing beads and trinkets, plus more marching bands & dancers bringing the hype. Sat., Feb. 22nd at 11:00 a.m. The Jolly Jester Jaunt – Official Mardi Gras! Galveston 5k. Runners dawning Mardi Gras themed t-shirts, socks and jester hats will “jaunt” through the Entertainment District Saturday morning for a 5k Fun Run that ends with free libations and a balcony party! Mardi Gras revelers in Galveston will notice some changes the City of Galveston has made as part of an effort to enhance public safety during the annual carnival celebration. The island’s 114th Mardi Gras celebration begins Friday, February 21, and continues until March 4, or Fat Tuesday. One of over 20 parades to enjoy during Mardi Gras! Galveston, The George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Award Honoree Parade takes place in the Downtown Entertainment District on Friday, February 21 @ 7pm. The awards ceremony and Party Gras! Procession precede the parade. Fri., Feb. 21 @ 5:00pm Party Gras! Procession GALVESTON, Texas (KIAH) — It’s Mardi Gras time again, and the Galveston Strand will be lit up once again as the annual Mardi Gras! Galveston events will begin on February 21. The island will Galveston Mardi Gras Parades – Dates, Routes & Must-See Events. Celebrate Mardi Gras in Galveston and Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler! Eventbrite - Krewe of Thalasar presents 2025 Krewe of Thalasar Mardi Gras Ball- Sirens & Sailors - Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Fisherman's Wharf, Galveston, TX. Find event and ticket information. Come & Celebrate the Mardi Gras season with Galveston's ONLY Nautical Krewe! Revelers at this year’s Mardi Gras will notice some changes the City of Galveston has made as part of an effort to enhance public safety during the annual carnival celebration. The island’s 114 th Mardi Gras celebration begins Friday, February 21, and continues until March 4, or Fat Tuesday. Both weekends will be packed with parades Headquarters Balcony Party 23rd & Strand-Entrance on Strand next to Galveston Island Dry Goods Company. Headquarters Balcony Party Highlights: – FREE entrance into the entertainment district included in your Ticket – Impressive view of the Corona Extra Stage with live entertainment – In the center of all the Mardi Gras action – Live Music Get ready for Mardi Gras Galveston 2025, Texas’ biggest and most dazzling Mardi Gras celebration! From February 21 to March 4, Galveston Island will come alive with vibrant parades, electrifying live music, masquerade balls, and high-energy street parties.
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