About this Event
? Crestview Mardi Gras 2026 ?
Join us in historic Downtown Crestview for two days of Mardi Gras fun!
✨ Friday, January 30, 2026
Kick off the weekend at our Food Truck Friday Neon Kick Off Party — delicious eats, vibrant lights, and live entertainment to start the celebration in style!
- FREE STREET CONCERT by KINGS OF NEON - Let's bring the GLOW!
✨ Saturday, January 31, 2026
The fun continues all day with:
- ? Pawdi Gras Pet Parade – Mardi Gras goes to the dogs (and cats too)!
- ? Beads & Wheels Car Show – Antique, classic cars & jeeps roll in for competition and parade fun.
- ? Grande Mardi Gras Parade – Floats, throws, beads, and big energy through downtown!
- ? Downtown Festival – Food, music, vendors, and family fun at Courthouse Terrace and Main Street.
??? Two full days of parades, food, music, and community celebration – Mardi Gras style!
Agenda
?: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Food Truck Friday Neon Kick Off Party
Host: Kings of Neon
Info: Let's get the party started with the Food Truck Friday Neon Kickoff Party! FREE street concert featuring Kings Of Neon, from New Orleans. 25+ Food Trucks, 80 Street Vendors and Fun for the whole Family! Come set the streets A-Glow!
?: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday - Pawdi Gras Pet Parade
Info: Pet Parade featuring your favorite leashed pets dressed to impress!
?: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saturday - Grande Parade
Info: Our Grande Parade with tons of Throws!! Featuring NW Florida Krewes!
?: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday - Beads & Wheels
Info: City of Crestview Mardi Gras Beads & Wheels Car Show
Entry Fee: $50
Includes:
• Official Event T-Shirt & Grande Parade Entry
Trophies Awarded:
• Antique (1st – 3rd)
• Classic (1st – 3rd)
• Jeeps (1st – 3rd)
Important Details:
• Vehicles are not required to be decorated, but all participants must be ready to throw beads & throws during the parade ✨
• Limited spaces available – secure your spot early! Our festive cars will start their show in our Grande Parade, then lineup to be on display during our Family Festival.
?: 11:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday - Family Festival & After Party
Host: DJ ICE MIKE
Info: Crestview Mardi Gras Family Festival & After Party
The celebration continues right after the Pawdi-Gras Parade with an afternoon full of fun for the whole family! Location: Downtown Crestview – Courthouse Terrace, Wilson Street Park & Main Street
Enjoy:
• Street Vendors with crafts, art, and local goods
• Food Trucks serving up delicious bites
• Live Music from 3–6 PM
• DJ Ice Mike spinning festive hits
• Local favorite Shenanigans bringing high-energy tunes
Fun, food, music, and Mardi Gras spirit for all ages — the perfect way to spend your Saturday in downtown Crestview!
?: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Awards Show - Parade & Car Show Winners
Info: Come out to the Main Stage to watch our top floats, Krewes and car show winners get announced!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Main Street, Main Street, Crestview, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 108.39
