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Pensacola Mardi Gras is a multi-week celebration, lasting from Twelfth Night through Fat Tuesday, bringing people together from across the Gulf Coast and the country. Pensacola’s Mardi Gras celebrates multiple cultures and customs with a unique local flair that only Pensacola, Florida can offer. The Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Beach Mardi Gras Parade, celebrating its 45th anniversary, is a vibrant, family-friendly event held annually on Pensacola Beach. The parade features colorful floats, lively music, and costumed participants tossing beads and trinkets to enthusiastic crowds. [] Signature Mardi Gras events include the Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade, the Grand Mardi Gras Parade and the Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Beach Parade. With deep French roots, it’s no wonder Pensacola was the stomping grounds for one of the first Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States. The Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade is the highlight of the weekend and the biggest celebration in Downtown Pensacola. With over 6,000 participants and more than 100,000 spectators, it’s a high energy, unforgettable experience packed with tons of floats, fun music, and an electric atmosphere. 2025 Pensacola’s Mardi 12th Night Celebration. As we gear up for the 2025 Mardi Gras season, it’s hard to believe that it’s already been 14 incredible years since the inception of the Pensacola Mardi Gras Kick-Off Celebration. While Pensacola’s Mardi Gras celebrations date back to 1874, 1900 was the year it found its footing, according to "Mardi Gras, A History from 1900 to 1930" written by Barbara Fisher and PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5 is your guide for all things Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast. We are keeping track of all Mardi Gras parade schedules and happenings in Pensacola. From partie The Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade features local krewes, organizations and companies with more than 6,000 participants and drawing in over 100,000 spectators. The Krewe of Wrecks Mardi Gras Parade takes place at Pensacola Beach. The route takes the parade down Avenida 10, giving visitors plenty of space to line up and catch some beads. Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade. Visit Pensacola Begins Spring & Garden Streets Pensacola, FL 32502 (850) 436-7638 Time: 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM Dates: March 1, 2025 The Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Beach Mardi Gras Parade, celebrating its 45th anniversary, is a vibrant, family-friendly event held annually on Pensacola Beach. The parade features colorful floats, lively music, and costumed participants tossing beads and trinkets to enthusiastic crowds. Downtown Pensacola boasts two Mardi Gras Parades, the Illuminated Parade on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. and the Grand Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday at 2 p.m. Fun tip: If you love the Mardi Gras floats, head to Spring street early to get a closer look! The street is closed, but be mindful that floats are being pulled in and out, so be on the Pensacola Mardi Gras (PMG) serves as the clearinghouse for all Mardi Gras events in Pensacola. PMG does not endorse, nor is it affiliated with, any specific Mardi Gras Krewe. The Krewes and individuals featured on our website participate in the community events that PMG organizes. Each Krewe operates independently and is its own entity. Pensacola’s 2025 Mardi Gras parades will see changes this year including increased road closures and stricter parking enforcement.. Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves again warned the public this week Downtown Pensacola boasts two Mardi Gras Parades, the Illuminated Parade on Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. and the Grand Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday at 2 p.m. Fun tip: If you love the Mardi Gras floats, head to Spring street early to get a closer look! The street is closed, but be mindful that floats are being pulled in and out, so be on the Signature Mardi Gras events include the Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade, the Grand Mardi Gras Parade and the Krewe of Wrecks Pensacola Beach Parade. With deep French roots, it’s no wonder Pensacola was the stomping grounds for one of the first Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States. THE 2025 PENSACOLA GRAND MARDI GRAS PARADE BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Get ready for the spectacle of the year as we gear up for the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade – an annual extravaganza that’s unrivaled in size and spectacle! This parade isn’t just big – it’s downright massive, drawing the largest crowds and the highest t The history of Pensacola’s Mardi Gras dates back to 1874 with the formation of the first Knights of Priscus. This rich tradition has allowed Pensacola’s Mardi Gras Celebration to stand shoulder to shoulder with other historic parades such as those in Mobile, Biloxi, and New Orleans. Pensacola Mardi Gras and Seville Quarter are teaming up with Mardi Gras Krewes for a French Quarter Fat Tuesday Celebration on March 4, 2025, in Downtown Pensacola. Organizers are going for a Big Easy-style Mardi Gras Festival that will include a low country Boil, food trucks, and dancing and partying downtown. PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The 2025 Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade will take place Saturday afternoon in Downtown Pensacola. It's set to begin at 2 p.m.
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