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What to Do at Mardi Gras Galveston Find out where the parties take place, what to take with you, why to maintain balcony/bead balance, and most importantly how to get the beads . Mardi Gras Galveston is a collection of great parties, parades, and events which are easily navigated with just a little forethought. No matter where you stay, Mardi Gras Galveston promises an unforgettable experience filled with parades, music, and celebration. What to Expect & Visitor Tips. Mardi Gras Galveston is a vibrant, high-energy celebration that brings together locals and visitors for parades, live music, street parties, and family-friendly fun. Here’s how to celebrate Mardi Gras the Galveston way, with parades, live music and pet-friendly costume contests. While some events are free, several of the city’s official parades and all of its concerts are held inside the gates of the Entertainment District. The city also recently announced heightened security measures for its events. 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 is shaping up to be the event of the season, with vibrant parades, lively balcony parties, and unforgettable festivities that bring the island’s unique charm to life! This annual extravaganza brings together locals and visitors alike for two weeks of revelry, rich traditions, and dazzling entertainment. Mardi Gras! Galveston is the two-weekend event of the season with elaborate parades, headliner performances, family events, feasting and other celebrations that define Mardi Gras island style. The Mardi Gras in Galveston, Texas, is a vibrant festival celebrated with parades, beads, and festivities over the two weeks preceding Lent, ending on the official Mardi Gras date. This lively event features over 20 parades, balcony parties, live music, and family-friendly activities, bringing the spirit of New Orleans to the Texas coast. The bulk of Mardi Gras festivities take place in Galveston’s historic downtown in the Mardi Gras Entertainment District, with activities running in the area bordered by 20th to 25th Streets and Harborside Drive to Mechanic Street. Many parades and events also take place along the beachfront on Seawall Boulevard between 25th Street and 57th 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. 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! Libbie and Bill are both lifelong residents of Galveston Island and have been active in Mardi Gras Galveston Island since its revival. Bill is a charter member of the Krewe of the Knights of Momus and Libbie was Queen of the Knights of Momus in 1987 as Momus traveled the "Caribbean Seas". She represented the Duchess of all bougainvilleas. FAQS & TIPS; Golden Bead Giveaway; Family Events; Sponsors; Awards. George P. Mitchell Award; Newe Krewe Award; Contact Us. Social Center; Mardi Gras! Galveston FAQS & TIPS; Golden Bead Giveaway; Family Events; Sponsors; Awards. George P. Mitchell Award; Newe Krewe Award; Contact Us. Social Center; Mardi Gras! Galveston Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact: Elizabeth Matthews. ematthews@yagasevents.com. Issues with your tickets? Contact Etix customer service for help – 1-800-514-3849 FAQS & TIPS; Golden Bead Giveaway; Family Events; Sponsors; Awards. George P. Mitchell Award; Newe Krewe Award; Contact Us. Social Center; Mardi Gras! Galveston
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