Mardi Gras Parade 3/1/2024 3pm. The crowds fill the parade route on Front Street and on Turner Street in anticipation of the parade starting at 3 p.m. sharp, with the crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras Celebration is a true display of Beaufort’s quirkiness. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras is set to take place March 1st and March 2nd, 2025! Beaufort’s Mardi Gras Carnival Weekend is a two -day celebration with feasts, parades, costumes, masks, and revelry. Mardi Gras Event Schedule. Saturday March 1st – 11 – 5 pm – Street Carnival & Parade Beaufort Business Association (BBA) presents their annual Mardi Gras event. For event information, 701 Front Street | Beaufort, NC 28516 | Phone: (252) 728-2141. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras is set to take place March 1st – March 2nd, 2025! Beaufort’s Waterfront Mardi Gras Festival is a two day celebration with feasts, parades, costumes, masks, and revelry. Tentative Mardi Gras Event Schedule. Saturday March 1st – 11 – 4 pm – Street Carnival & Parade The Beaufort Business Association's annual Mardi Gras event is Saturday, March 1. The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. throughout downtown with different Mardi Gras activities including a Join Beaufort’s annual Mardi Gras celebration for a lively parade, street carnival, and music! Festive groups will toss jewelry and charms, and The Sweet Potato Queens — a group of women ages 40 to 70 — will be dressed in elaborate costumes and perform choreographed routines during the parade. Middle Lane is home to Beaufort’s annual Mardi Gras celebration, the highlight of which is arguably the shortest parade in North Carolina. It’s a true display of Beaufort’s quirkiness. The parade of “krewes” in costume tossing jewelry and charms is not to be missed. 3pm: Mardi Gras Parade The crowds fill the parade route on Front Street and on Turner Street in anticipation of the parade starting at 3 p.m. sharp, with the crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras Celebration is a true display of Beaufort’s quirkiness. The Beaufort Business Association presents a 3-Day Mardi Gras Event. Friday: Masquerade Ball. Saturday: Street Fair, Parade, Gumbo Competition. Sunday: Sinners Remorse Brunch. VisitBeaufortNC.com for ticket information, schedule of events and more. For more information: (252) 528-8640 hello [at] visitbeaufortnc.com (hello[at]visitbeaufortnc Beaufort's Waterfront Mardi Gras Festival is a festive three-day celebration featuring feasts, parades, costumes, masks, and lively events, making it a unique and quirky experience in Beaufort, NC. Event Overview – Beaufort’s Waterfront Mardi Gras Festival is a three-day celebration from February 9 to 11, 2024. No need to travel to New Orleans for a taste of Mardi Gras – a celebration is waiting close to home in the town of Beaufort, North Carolina! Mardi Gras on Middle Lane is an enticing afternoon event that pays homage to the grand annual party with an array of ways to have fun for visitors of all ages. 2025 Beaufort Mardi Gras Vendor Registration and Payment. Saturday March 1st – 11 – 4 pm – Street Carnival & Parade Festival on Front Street, Turner Street and Middle Lane entertainment includes disco ball lady, stilt walkers, jugglers, bubble artist, unicyclist, hoop dancer. Kid’s activities. The crowds fill the parade route on Front Street and on Middle Lane in anticipation of the parade starting at 3 p.m. sharp, introducing the 2024 Mardi Gras King and Queen. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras Celebration is a true display of Beaufort’s quirkiness. The parade of “krewes” in costume tossing jewelry and charms is something to Beaufort’s Waterfront Mardi Gras Festival is a two-day celebration with feasts, parades, costumes, masks, and revelry. Highlights will include a Masquerade Ball, Parade and Street Carnival, Cajun Cookoff Competition & Tasting, and the Sinner’s Remorse Brunch. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras is hosted by Beaufort Business Association. Sponsors for Beaufort’s Mardi Gras include: Beaufort Grocery Company, Beaufort Hotel, Beau Coast & Beau Coast West, Beaufort Events Rentals, Grow Social, and the Crystal Coast. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras is hosted by Beaufort Business Association. Sponsors for Beaufort’s Mardi Gras include: Beaufort Grocery Company, Beaufort Hotel, Beau Coast & Beau Coast West, Beaufort Events Rentals, Grow Social, and the Crystal Coast. Tickets Available Now! Mardi Gras Parade 3/1/2024 3pm. The crowds fill the parade route on Front Street and on Turner Street in anticipation of the parade starting at 3 p.m. sharp, with the crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen. Beaufort’s Mardi Gras Celebration is a true display of Beaufort’s quirkiness. 2025 Beaufort Mardi Gras Vendor Registration 2025 Beaufort Mardi Gras Krewe Registration Mardi Gras Parade 3/1/2024 3pm The crowds fill the parade route on Front Street and on Turner Street in anticipation of the parade starting at 3 p.m. sharp, with the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Saturday 3/1/2025 6-10PM Step into a world of mystery and glamour at our enchanting masquerade ball! Dance beneath the glittering lights of a clear top tent on Beaufort Historic Site to a symphony of music. Step into a world of mystery and glamour at our enchanting masquerade ball! Dance beneath the glittering lights of a clear top tent on Beaufort’s exquisite waterfront to a symphony of music. Surrounded by a culinary journey provided by Beaufort Grocery with a feast of delectable delights, from gourmet hors d’oeuvres to decadent desserts.
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