Mardi Gras! Galveston Parade Schedule for 104th Celebration
Mardi Gras Festivities Feb. 6 – 17 in Galveston to Feature 22 Parades
GALVESTON ISLAND, TX (January 13, 2015) – If you’re looking to catch some beads this carnival season, look no further than the 104th celebration of Mardi Gras! Galveston.
This year’s event, taking place Feb. 6-‐17, will feature 22 parades as the island’s Mardi Gras krewes prepare to throw more than 3 million beads and other trinkets to throngs of revelers.
Visitors to the island can gather in Galveston’s downtown entertainment district or along the beachfront on Seawall Boulevard to see flashy floats, high-‐stepping marching bands and dazzling dancers at these 2015 parade events:
Friday, February 6, 2015
George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Award Ceremony, 5:30 p.m. (Entertainment District)
The 104th celebration of Mardi Gras! Galveston will kick off with an awards ceremony and parade to honor the Lidstone family, long-‐time members of the Krewe of Aquarius.The ceremony will be held in front of the Tremont House.
George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Parade, 7 p.m. (Entertainment District)
The George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Parade honoring the 2015 George P. Mitchell Mardi Gras Award recipients will begin at The Tremont House and travel through downtown Galveston with the Budweiser Clydesdales, bands and festive floats.
Route: The parade begins in front of the Tremont House, located at 2300 Ship’s Mechanic Row. It will travel east on Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north on 20th Street to Strand Street and proceed west on Strand Street to 25th Street.
Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade, 8 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Join the 5th annual Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade as Mardi Gras revelers aim to break last year’s record of 2,314 umbrella dancers. The public is invited to participate in this procession as the
umbrella dancers perform the hokey pokey down the streets of Galveston. All participants with decorated umbrellas will receive free admission into Mardi Gras! Galveston on Feb. 6.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 21st Street and travels west on Strand Street to 25th Street.
Krewe da’ Yaga’s Café Parade, 10 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Rounding out the first night of Mardi Gras! Galveston 2015, Krewe da’ Yaga’s Café makes its return with a line of floats and entertainment organized by the Yaga’s Café family.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, and north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Mardi Gras Fun Run 5K and 1K, 10:30 a.m. (Entertainment District)
Run or walk through Galveston’s Downtown Historic District and follow it up with a day of celebrations. The first 500 entrants will be given jester hats and a jester themed run shirt. There is a 5K run and a 1K walk or run for junior jesters. This is a non-‐competitive, non-‐timed event. Proceeds from the entry fees will benefit the Sunshine Kids and Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Route: The run begins in front of the Tremont House, located at 2300 Ship’s Mechanic Row. It will travel east on Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north on 20th Street to Strand Street and proceed west on Strand Street to 25th Street. Participants of the 5k will make three laps on this route.
Mystic Krewe of Aquarius Mardi Gras Kickoff Parade, 12 p.m. (Seawall & Entertainment District) The Mystic Krewe of Aquarius celebrates 30 years since its founding. Join the party at the annual street pageant featuring spectacular floats and 15 marching bands. Costumed krewe members will throw anniversary beads and cups during the parade, sponsored by Miller Lite and Landry's Hospitality.
Route: The parade begins on Seawall Boulevard at 57th Street. It travels east to 25th Street, then north along 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 19th Street, then north on 19th Street to Strand Street and west along Strand Street to 25th Street.
Zaniest Golf Cart Parade, 1 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Why stop with a record-‐breaking umbrella parade when you can have the Zaniest Golf Cart Parade? Sponsored by The Galveston County Daily News, this parade is another great chance for friends and family to get together and participate in the zany spirit of Mardi Gras! Galveston. All participating golf carts will receive free entry into the entertainment district on Feb.7. For Golf Cart registration please contact sflores@yagaspresents.com.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Krewe d’iHeartRadio Parade, 4 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Tune in to this rockin' parade as the iHeart Media krewe cruises down the Strand. Buzz 94.5’s Rod Ryan will be rocking out with this krewe!
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Krewe of Gambrinus Parade, 6 p.m. (Seawall & Entertainment District)
King Gambrinus will throw a grand parade with plenty of bead throwing. Searchlights will light up the night as revelers enjoy floats, marching bands and other strolling entertainment.
Route: The parade begins on Seawall Boulevard at 57th Street. It proceeds east to 25th Street, travels north along 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then east on Ship’s Mechanic Row to 19th Street, north on 19th Street to Strand Street. The parade ends on Strand Street at 25th Street.
Sunday, February 8, 2015 (Family Gras!)
On February 8, the entertainment district will be free to the public for a FAMILY GRAS celebration sponsored by Moody National Bank. Donations will be accepted to benefit the Sunshine Kids and Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Sunshine Kids Parade, 1 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Bring the entire family to The Sunshine Kids Parade, a tribute to children affected by cancer. Donations from Sunday will benefit The Sunshine Kids non-‐profit organization, which works to provide positive group activities and emotional support for young cancer patients.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Shriners Hospitals for Children-‐Galveston Parade, 3 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Patients, families and friends of Shriners Hospitals for Children are a part of this parade featuring high-‐school marching bands, Shriners clowns and mini-‐cars. Donations will benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Friday, February 13, 2015
Danny Weber Memorial Fire Truck Parade, 7 p.m. (Entertainment District)
This parade is dedicated to Danny Weber Sr., who served 30 years in the Galveston Fire Department. Bring the family out as fire trucks from stations across the state parade down The Strand with lights and sirens.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Krewe Babalu 10th Annual “All Krewe Parade,” 8 p.m. (Entertainment District)
This parade will include floats from krewes and business, civic and fraternal organizations throughout the region.
Route: The parade begins on Ship’s Mechanic Row at 25th Street, proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street and west on Strand Street to 25th Street.
Krewe of Maximilian Parade, 9:30 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Take a walk on the wild side and join Krewe of Maximilian as they roll into Galveston.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Saturday, Februay 14, 2015
Krewe d’Esprit Rosaire Parade, 11 a.m. (Seawall)
This parade will feature high-‐stepping marching bands, bead throwing and even some food throwing. Back by popular demand is “the Battle of the Bands” competition, which will take place before the parade.
Route: The parade begins at Kempner Park, 27th and Avenue N. From there, it travels south on 27th Street to Seawall Boulevard, west on Seawall Boulevard to 31st Street north on 31st Street to Avenue N and east along Avenue N. The parade ends at Jack Johnson Park, 27th Street and Avenue M.
Z Krewe 21st Z Processional, 1:00 p.m. (Entertainment District)
This year Z Krewe is celebrating 21 years of Mardi Gras with bands, beads and merriment in its annual procession.
Route: The parade begins on Ship’s Mechanic Row at 25th Street, proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street and west on Strand Street to 25th Street.
Houston Chronicle Neauxs Krewe Parade, 2:30 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Hot off the press! This Neauxs Krewe will be rolling down The Strand at 2:30 p.m. tossing more than newspapers. The Houston Chronicle is the 6th largest newspaper in the United States and a proud sponsor of Mardi Gras! Galveston.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler Parade, 4:30 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Let the good times roll with this festive parade as we wrap up the last weekend of Mardi Gras! Galveston.
Route: The parade begins on Strand Street at 20th Street, proceeds west on Strand Street to 25th Street, travels south on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, then proceeds east along Ship’s Mechanic Row to 20th Street, north along 20th Street to Strand Street.
Knights of Momus Grand Night Parade, 6:30 p.m. (Seawall & Entertainment District)
Mardi Gras! Galveston’s largest parade will feature elaborate floats, marching bands, bead throwing and more.
Route: The parade begins on Seawall Boulevard at 23rd Street. It proceeds west to 25th Street travels north on 25th Street to Ship’s Mechanic Row, east on Ship’s Mechanic Row to 21st Street, north on 21st Street to Strand and west on Strand to 25th Street.
Sunday, February 15, 2015
Krewe of Barkus & Meoux Parade, 1 p.m. (Seawall)
Costumed pets of all sizes, shapes and species join in the fun for this parade and costume contest.
Route: The parade begins on Seawall Boulevard at 28th Street and travels west to 46th Street.
Mardi Gras Children’s Parade, 2 p.m. (Seawall)
Firefighters Local 571 hosts a parade dedicated to the families and children of Galveston with decorated floats and costumed kids.
Route: The parade begins on Seawall Boulevard at 27th Street and travels west to 47th Street.
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Krewe of Aquarius Fat Tuesday Parade, 6:30 p.m. (Entertainment District)
Mystic Krewe of Aquarius presents its Fat Tuesday parade in the downtown entertainment district. This grand parade, featuring marching bands, dance teams and dozens of lighted floats, will mark the final hours of Mardi Gras! Galveston 2015. Don’t miss one of Galveston's most popular Mardi Gras parades.
Route: The parade begins on Post Office Street at 25th Street travels east on Post Office Street to 19th Street, north along 19th Street to Strand Street, west on Strand Street to 25th Street.
For a full schedule of Mardi Gras! Galveston activities, visit www.mardigrasgalveston.com.
