Celebrate Fat Tuesday in downtown Dunedin with an evening full of music, food, and classic Mardi Gras energy.
Dunedin Mardi Gras takes place on Tuesday, February 17, from 5pm to 10pm. The City of Dunedin will host the Mardi Gras parade, featuring colorful floats traveling along Douglas Avenue from Beltrees Street to Skinner Boulevard. The parade begins at 7pm and is a longtime community favorite.
The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce is organizing the street festival portion of the evening, bringing live music, musical artists, and a festive downtown atmosphere to complement the parade. Visitors can enjoy food and drinks from local businesses, live performances throughout the night, and the excitement that fills the streets before and after the parade.
This is a community-wide celebration designed for residents and visitors to enjoy downtown Dunedin together. For everyone’s safety and comfort, pets and coolers are not permitted.
For parade information or to be a part of the parade, contact the City of Dunedin: Email alicia.castricone@dunedin.gov
To become a retail or food vendor, click here to register
To purchase VIP Tickets: Click here
More details, including music schedules, VIP tickets, volunteer opportunities, and sponsorships will be shared as the event approaches.
Music Lineup
Band 1: 5pm-7pm
Band 2: 8pm-10pm
Date and Time
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST
Location
Downtown Dunedin
Fees/Admission
Free to Attend, VIP tickets available (more details soon)