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Pets and their humans are encouraged to wear their Mardi Gras finest. A costume contest is planned prior to the start of the parade from 12:15—1:00. Winners will be announced, and ribbons awarded prior to the start of the parade. 3:00pm- Mardi Gras! Firefighters Children’s Parade The all-Krewe parade features marching bands, dance teams, and an all-out celebration for the final hours of Mardi Gras Galveston 2025. The parade begins at 28th Street and Market Street downtown, then heads south down 28th Street, then turns right down Postoffice Street, continuing toward the Strand historic district. 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. 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. Mardi Gras Galveston 2025: Parades, Live Music & Family-Friendly Events One of the biggest draws of Mardi Gras Galveston is its action-packed lineup of parades, concerts, and special events. With over 20 parades, live music from national and local artists, and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. A Galveston Tide baseball player throws beads during the Firefighters Children’s Parade at Mardi Gras in Galveston on Sunday, March 2, 2025. JENNIFER REYNOLDS/The Daily News Julio Rodriguez holds his daughter, Kinsley, up to catch beads during the Firefighters Children’s Parade at Mardi Gras in Galveston on Sunday, March 2, 2025. 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. 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. 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. Bring out the entire family for a day full of fun and festive parades at Family Gras! The Shriners Hospitals for Children-Galveston & Sunshine Kids Parade will begin at 12:00pm with festive floats and Shriners Clowns and Mini-Cars. 1:30pm- Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Parade Discover 2025 events in Galveston! Explore festivals, activities, and year-round fun. Family Fun; History & Heritage; Mardi Gras! Galveston. Event Date: Feb Discover 2025 events in Galveston! Explore festivals, activities, and year-round fun. Family Fun; History & Heritage; Mardi Gras! Galveston. Event Date: Feb Family Fun History & Heritage Moody Gardens Winter Kids Day Camp. 1 Hope Blvd Galveston, Texas 77554 Axecade Mardi Gras Galveston 2025 Balcony Party. Family Events; Sponsors; Save by purchasing the 5 Day Pass! The Strand, Galveston. February 21, 22, 23, 28, and March 1 Mardi Gras! Galveston 2025 | All Mardi Gras Houston 2025 – Free Events 31st Annual Mardi Gras Festival and Parade. Kingwood is celebrating Mardi Gras Houston with its 31st annual festival. Enjoy a family friendly day with a parade, zydeco music, Cajun food, and the gumbo cookoff. When: March 1, 2025 | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm; Where: 8 N Main St, Kingwood, TX 77339; How Much: FREE 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. Galveston in Downtown Galveston | Friday, February 21 to Sunday, February 22 | Ongoing – The nation’s third largest Mardi Gras, the island’s big bash returns for its whopping 114th year with the first of 2 weekends of festive parades, balcony parties, family events, and live performers bringing the grooves deep into the night. Single day Family Fun History & Heritage Outdoor Activities Axecade Mardi Gras Galveston 2025 Balcony Party. 2217 The Strand #Suite 217 Galveston, Texas 77550 Check-In Location: Pier 21, 100 21 st St. Galveston, TX 77550; Cart Numbers: Best decorated judging numbers can be viewed at the following link. Locate your carts corresponding number, print in large font, and clearly display on cart to participate. Mardi Gras! Galveston 2025 | All Rights Reserved | Website Managed by Galveston.Com
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