Mardi Gras is almost upon us! This year, Fat Tuesday falls on February 21. Planning to spend the holiday in Destin? Well, it may not be New Orleans, but there are still fabulous, festive ways to celebrate in town!
There's never a dull moment at HarborWalk Village! This Fat Tuesday, "let the good times roll" by celebrating Mardi Gras on the Harbor. There will be live music by Fais Do-Do, followed by beads, dazzling floats, and street performers as a parade rolls through the Village. The party starts at 2 PM and the parade will take place at 4 PM. Bring the whole family!
You can combine holiday excitement with exercise at the Ford Mardi Gras Fun 5K Run/Walk! Family-fun is at the heart of this event. Kids 12 and under can participate at no cost with an adult who registers. Dogs on leashes and babies in strollers are welcome to join as well! After working up a sweat, grab some Mardi Gras beads, browse vendors, eat some gumbo, or listen to music. Check it out on Saturday, February 18, 2023 in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.
790's Mardi Gras Celebration is sure to be a blast. This restaurant is one of the best places in Destin to get seafood, steaks, and pastas with Louisiana flavors! Their Mardi Gras festivities will begin at 2 PM on Fat Tuesday. Come enjoy great food and authentic Mardi Gras fun!
Baytowne Wharf is hosting an awesome Mardi Gras celebration! There will be a party and a parade. The parade will take place on February 19th and will feature costumed dogs and their humans along with unique and colorful floats, golf carts, and pick up trucks. On Fat Tuesday, you can join in the fun at the Baytowne Mardi Street Pardi, where there will be music from Boukou Groove, street performers, entertainers and more.
You don't have to go to New Orleans to have a magical Mardi Gras! This year, celebrate in Destin!