About this Event
π MARDI PADDY: DOWNTOWN CRESTVIEW π
Came for the Mardi, Had to Stay for the Paddy!
Get ready for Mardi Paddy, where Mardi Gras meets St. Patrickβs Day in the heart of Downtown Crestview! This two-day, family-friendly celebration blends New Orleans flair with Irish spirit β featuring food trucks, parades, pets, beads, music, and all the shamrock-shaking fun you can handle.
π EVENT ITINERARY
π Friday, March 6
5:00 β 9:00 PM | Mardi Paddy Food Truck Friday
π Downtown Crestview
Kick off the weekend with Food Truck FridayβMardi Paddy style!
Enjoy:
- A variety of food trucks & sweet treats
- St. Patrickβs Day vibes with a splash of Mardi Gras
- Neon night energy, beads, and green everywhere
- πΆ FREE live concert by Shenanigans
βοΈ Saturday, March 7
12:00 β 6:00 PM | Mardi Paddy Festival & Parade Day
π Downtown Crestview
All-day festival fun with a Mardi Paddy twist!
Festival Highlights (12β6 PM):
- Artisans, boutiques & market vendors
- Food trucks & festival eats
- Kids activities & craft corner
- Street performers, photo ops & festive flair
- Pet Adoptions
- π§ Music all day by local favorite DJs
πΎ The Mardi Pet Paddy Pet Parade β 1:00 PM
- Hosted by Pawsitively Scrumptious Pet Store
- All pets welcome in Mardi Paddyβthemed costumes
- Prizes for the most festive pups
- Local pet vendors & shelters on site
π The Main Event: Mardi Paddy Parade β 2:00 PM
- Floats, krewes, dancers & community groups
- Beads, moon pies & family fun
- Parade rolls through Downtown Crestview with designated viewing areas
π Beads & Wheels Car Show β 2:00β6:00 PM
Agenda
π: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Friday, January 31st Food Truck Friday Neon Kick Off Party
Host: Kings of Neon
Info: January 31st, the party began 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!
π: 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday, March 6th The Mardi Paddy Food Truck Friday
Host: Shenanigans
Info: March 6th the party starts again with the Food Truck Friday Mardi Paddy Party! FREE street concert featuring Shenanigsans. 25+ Food Trucks, 65 Street Vendors and Fun for the whole Family! The green beer will be flowing!
π: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Saturday, March 7th - The Mardi Paddy Pet Parade
Info: Pet Parade featuring your favorite leashed pets dressed to impress!
π: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Saturday, March 7th Grande Parade
Info: Our Grande Parade with tons of Throws!! Featuring NW Florida Krewes, local schools and business owners!
π: 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday, March 7th Family Festival & After Party
Info: Crestview Mardi Gras Family Festival & After Party
The celebration continues right after the Parades with an afternoon full of fun for the whole family! Location: Downtown Crestview - Wilson Street Park, Beech Avenue, Oakdale Avenue & Okaloosa County Tax Collector Office
Enjoy:
β’ Street Vendors with crafts, art, and local goods
β’ Food Trucks serving up delicious bites
β’ Music from your favorite local DJ's
Fun, food, music, and Mardi Gras spirit for all ages β the perfect way to spend your Saturday in downtown Crestview!
π: 02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday, March 7th Beads & Wheels Car Show
Info: City of Crestview Mardi Gras Beads & Wheels Car Show
Entry Fee: $50
Includes:
β’ Official Event T-Shirt & Grande Parade Entry
Trophies Awarded:
β’ Antique (1st β 3rd)
β’ Classic (1st β 3rd)
β’ Jeeps (1st β 3rd)
Important Details:
β’ Vehicles are not required to be decorated, but all participants must be ready to throw beads & throws during the parade β¨
β’ Limited spaces available β 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.
π: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Saturday, March 7th 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







