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The Krewe of Avant Garde invites the community to the Annual Masked Mardi Gras Ball at 6 p.m., Friday, February 21, 2025, at the Pensacola Yacht Club to show support for our military and enjoy dancing with live band music [] 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. What started as a humble idea has blossomed into one of the most anticipated events on Pensacola’s social calendar, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far we Feb. 16 — 4th annual Pensacola Paw-di Gras; Feb. 22 — Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras Parade; Feb. 28 — Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade; March 1 — 2025 Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday is March 4, 2025, but Mardi Gras parades in Northwest Florida roll well ahead of the holiday. Here is the schedule, according to multiple city websites and other trusted local sources. Pensacola Mardi Gras 2025 parade schedule Feb. 8 Noon: Kids and Kritters Parade Feb. 15 10 a.m.: Pirates of Lost Treasure Flotilla Boat Parade Feb. 22 1 p.m.: Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras Parade Feb. 28 7:30 p.m.: Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade March 1 2 p.m.: Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade March 2 The 2025 Pensacola Mardi Gras Season presented by Publix is proud to announce the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade brought to you by Wind Creek Casino & Hotel will be taking place on the historic streets of Palafox and Garden in downtown Pensacola on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. The parade kicks off at 2:00 PM, RAIN OR SHINE. The 2025 Pensacola Mardi Gras Season presented by Publix is proud to announce the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade brought to you by Wind Creek Casino & Hotel will be taking place on the historic streets of Palafox and Garden in downtown Pensacola on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. The parade kicks off at 2:00 PM RAIN OR SHINE. The 2025 Mardi Gras season marks the 14 th year for the Pensacola Mardi Gras Kick-Off Celebration for 12th Night. The New Orleans Ramblers. The New Orleans Ramblers will once again lead our processionals and Second Line around Jefferson Street and Government Street. Sounds of traditional New Orleans music and second line will help us Kick-Off Pensacola Mardi Gras has two parades downtown. The Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade takes place Friday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. and the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade is Saturday, March 1 at 2 p.m. Join us in downtown Pensacola on January 4, 2025, as we kick off one of the most vibrant celebrations of the season! Enjoy food, fantastic fun, and a royal processional along with the blessing of the fleet to set the tone for an unforgettable 2025 Pensacola Mardi Gras season. 14. Pensacola Mardi Gras, Inc and the City of Pensacola are not liable for injury to parade participants or spectators; or for damage to floats; or for damage to vehicle and personal property. (see rules #25 and #28) 15. Pensacola Mardi Gras, Inc reserves the right to exclude/remove any participant whose conduct or entry Risque Revelry: Pensacola Mardi Gras Madness The Ultimate Party Scavenger Hunt! 221 East Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 ©2025 Visit Pensacola Florida When February 21 st and 22 nd, 2025 . Where: Riverfront Park, 199 Water Street, Apalachicola, FL 32320 . Description: The 14 th Annual Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade is a celebration for furry friends. Feb. 16 — 4th annual Pensacola Paw-di Gras; Feb. 22 — Navarre Krewe of Jesters Mardi Gras Parade; Feb. 28 — Krewe of Lafitte Illuminated Parade; March 1 — 2025 Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Pensacola Paw-di Gras is an annual event in downtown Pensacola that adds to our amazing Mardi Gras events. This event brings together our animal loving community, and helps raise awareness and funds for local animal shelters and rescues in need. Block Party, pet parade, costume contests, vendors, food, beer, adoptable dogs, and more Risque Revelry: Pensacola Mardi Gras Madness The Ultimate Party Scavenger Hunt! 221 East Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 ©2025 Visit Pensacola Florida The 2025 Pensacola Mardi Gras Season presented by Publix is proud to announce the Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade brought to you by Wind Creek Casino & Hotel will be taking place on the historic streets of Palafox and Garden in downtown Pensacola on Saturday, March 1st, 2025. 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. What started as a humble idea has blossomed into one of the most anticipated events on Pensacola’s social calendar, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far we Krewe of Wrecks Mardi Gras Parade, 2 p.m. Avenida 10, along Via de Luna, to Gulfside Pavilion. Come early, parking fills up fast. Post parade party and awards ceremony. Gulfside Pavilion after the parade. See and meet the float riders. Learn who wins the coveted float awards. Dance presented by the Mystic Krewe of Nereids. No charge to attend. Grand Mardi Gras Parade (March 1, 2025) The Pensacola Grand Mardi Gras Parade is the pinnacle of Mardi Gras celebrations in downtown Pensacola, drawing immense crowds and widespread attention each year. As the largest event in the city, it features a dazzling spectacle of over 6,000 participants and 100,000 spectators.
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