Let the good times roll at parades, concerts, balcony parties and more at the 113th Mardi Gras! Galveston from Friday, February 2 through Fat Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
From Mardi Gras merrymaking to Fat Tuesday frolicking, Galveston Island comes alive for two weeks of festive celebrations at the 113th Mardi Gras! Galveston.
The third largest Mardi Gras in the United States, the Island’s big bash returns for its 113th year with two weekends of festive parades, balcony parties, family events, and live performers bringing the grooves deep into the night.
With most of the action taking place in historic downtown’s Entertainment District, you can also get in on the fun with parades and other events that stretch down Seawall Boulevard along the beachfront.
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Mardi Gras Revelry & Family Fun
The Mardi Gras! Galveston headquarters is the Entertainment District in Downtown, where the good times roll with music headliners gracing the stage at Saengerfest Park, bead-catching for the bare-necked masses, and balcony parties with prime parade viewing.
Or, if you’re in need of family-friendly revelry, then swing through on Sunday, February 11 for Family Gras! Day, where you’ll find a full day of live entertainment, plus the Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Pet Parade, Mardi Gras Children’s Parade, and the Sunshine Kids & Shriners Hospital Parade through the Entertainment District. Admission to the District is free for all on this day.
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Mardi Gras Concerts & Entertainment
Saengerfest Park takes center stage during Mardi Gras! Galveston with more than 25 concerts gracing the stage and surrounding streets. Concert viewing is included with general admission tickets; upgrade your ticket to include balcony party admission with great concert views.
Featured headliners throughout the two-week celebration include:
- Gin Blossoms | Saturday, February 3 – The alt-rockers who busted through the airwaves with “Hey Jealousy” in the early ’90s headline the first weekend of concerts. That day, you can also catch local indie rockers East of Eado, variety ensemble JoiLux Band, and a tribute to Queen. 5:30pm.
- Duelo | Sunday, February 4 – Headlining Fiesta Gras! on Sunday, the norteño group from both sides of the border brings their Billboard Award-nominated songs to Saengerfest Park, joined by David Lee Garza y Los Musicales. 2:30pm.
- Eli Young Band | Friday, February 9 – The Denton four-piece bring their brand of country to headline Mardi Gras’ second weekend of concerts. They’ll be joined by fellow country artists in Brandon McDermott and Chad Cooke. 10:45pm.
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113th Mardi Gras! Galveston on the Island
- Dates: Friday, February 2 through Fat Tuesday, February 13, 2024
- Times:
- Fridays 5pm to midnight
- Saturdays 11am to midnight
- Sundays 11am to 6pm
- Fat Tuesday 6pm to midnight
- Locations: Most events take place in the Entertainment District, at 23rd Street and Strand Street (ticket required for entry). Other parades and events also take place along Seawall Boulevard.
- Admission: General Admission tickets are $17 and up; free for ages 12 and under. Weekend passes are $31; 5-Day passes are $80. Tickets are more expensive at the gate, or may not be available for purchase day of the event. Balcony parties are a separate ticket, and include access to the Entertainment District. Order tickets or learn more about the 113th Mardi Gras! Galveston.
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