Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 at 11:00am
Join Us For The 2025 Mardi Gras! Galveston
Schedule Of Events:
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! Who can think of a better way to get some exercise and have some fun, than jaunting with your friends and family down the Strand in joker hats and crazy socks?
12:00 p.m.
Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Parade
The Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Parade begins on the Seawall and travels down through the Entertainment District. The Krewe was organized in March of 1985 and is the second oldest Mardi Gras Social Organization since its revival in 1985. The 65 unit parade features 12 Aquarius double-decker floats, 15 marching bands, dance teams, and numerous other floats and walking units.
1:00 p.m.
14th Annual Zaniest Golf Cart Parade
Zany Golf Carts take to the Strand, rolling down the parade route donning Mardi Gras! themed decorations. The event was created in 2011 to encourage the community to become participants as well as spectators in the Mardi Gras! Galveston festivities. The parade is a platform for locals and visitors to get creative, interact with each other, and have some fun. Participants can even choose to compete for balcony party tickets in a cart-decorating contest!
3:00 p.m.
Art Car & Jeep Parade
This parade is a feast for the eyes! Featuring rolling art (cars) from the ArtX Group (Houston, TX), combined with 40 decorated and tricked-out jeeps from all over. Entries came from as far away as Canada to participate in this one-of-a-kind parade to display their artistry and craftsmanship. This parade is an exciting experience for families, anyone with a love for creativity and of course, Jeep enthusiasts.
6:00 p.m.
Krewe of Gambrinus Parade
As one of the two Galveston Super Parades, Krewe of Gambrinus launches 14 Huge Floats, and just as many marching bands, tossing over 600,000 beads and trinkets. the Krewe of Gambrinus, is a not-for-profit organization, chartered for the support of tourism and underprivileged children in Galveston, Harris, and surrounding counties.
Entertainment
5:30 p.m. - Bret Michaels
Corona Extra Stage
12:30 p.m. - Hayden Baker
Corona Extra Stage
2:30 p.m. - Mambo Jazz Kings
Corona Extra Stage
10:00 p.m. - Vegas Stars
Corona Extra Stage
