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.
More details, including VIP tickets, volunteer opportunities, and sponsorships will be shared as the event approaches.
For parade information or to be a part of the parade, contact the City of Dunedin: Email alicia.castricone@dunedin.gov
Download the Parade Application Here
UPDATE 1/21/26: WE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT OF VENDOR SPACES FOR MARDI GRAS!!
VIP Tickets
Location: Moontower @Dunedin Brewery
More Details coming soon
To purchase VIP Tickets: Click here
Music Lineup (Stage at Pioneer Park)
Papa J & Mo Soul: 5pm-7pm
Mutant Fusion Collective: 8:30pm-10pm
Places to Stay
Planning to stay overnight for Mardi Gras? Downtown Dunedin and the surrounding area offer a variety of hotels and accommodations to make your visit easy and comfortable. Whether you’re staying close to the parade route or a short drive away, there are plenty of options to choose from. View our full list of recommended places to stay at the link below.
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Date and Time
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST5pm-10pm
Parade starts at 7pmLocation
Downtown Dunedin
Fees/Admission
Free to Attend, VIP tickets available (more details soon)
Email us
info@dunedinfl.com
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(727) 733 – 3197
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