Mardi Gras on the Island ...
The white sands of Pensacola Beach are a back drop for the purple, green and gold of Mardi Gras- a colorful cast of characters stages parades and parties islandwide. Merriment abounds. The magic of Mardi Gras has cast a spell over the island and its carefree inhabitants. Whether you are here for an hour or a lifetime, you will find everything you need to know about Pensacola Beach's Mardi Gras events,  parties and parades - right here.  Celebrate with us daily.
Mardi Gras Maven

Mai oui!

They came. They cooked. They presented the best free Red Beans and Rice luncheon in the world! The Bean Team and Ricers are a fabulous force. A tip of the tiara to the Krewe of Wrecks. They put on a four month party that keeps our engines running.

2014

Kids and Kritters Parade: February 22 at 2 p.m.

Krewe of Wrecks Parade: March 2 at 2 p.m.

Red Beans and Rice: March 3 at 11 a.m.

Krewe of Coma Coronation: March 4 at 6 p.m.

Shoe Box Float Contest: March 4 at 8 p.m.

Featured Event

Mardi Gras parties have ended.

GO IRISH ON THE ISLAND: March 12-17 featuring the St. Paddy's Day Pub Crawl on March 17. Get your shamrocks ready.

EASTER: Lent will continue until March 31. Easter Sunday on Pensacola Beach is observed at sunrise at ceremonies at the Gulfside Pavilion, Portofino Amphitheatre and Flounder's Beach.