Mardi Gras
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Manitou Springs. Check back next year for 2025 event information!
Dress up, dress down and don’t forget to don your feathered masks while you enjoy all that Manitou Springs has to offer.
Whether you're establishing new family-friendly traditions or planning a lively date with your special someone, Mardi Gras offers unforgettable excitement for all ages. Dive into an array of fun activities during Carnivale Weekend in Manitou Springs, including a masquerade ball, a gumbo contest, and a parade. Featuring this year's theme as "ARTopia," Carnivale Weekend is a vibrant procession of thrilling festivities, where colorful costumes, mouthwatering eats, and high-spirited dancing come alive.
Mardi Gras Events
CarniBall Masquerade 2024
February 3, 2024
Experience the ultimate masquerade ball, Mardi Gras style, in Manitou Springs! Dive into the thrill of TEN casino tables with provided chips for big wins! Indulge in a scrumptious Southern/Cajun Dinner Buffet. Sip on one complimentary drink while enjoying live music by Tribe, fire performances, and an opportunity to win door prizes from local Manitou Springs businesses. Dance the night away and network with Krewes for exclusive swag. Dress to impress in vibrant green, purple, and gold for this Mardi Gras-Masquerade extravaganza.
Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Iron Springs Chateau
Cost: $69.40/ticket, purchase here
Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off
February 10, 2024
Come celebrate 30 years of flavor with gumbo aficionados. Whether you're a seasoned gumbo maestro or just love savoring the deliciousness, join Manitou Springs to witness 20 talented gumbo chefs showcasing their best creations. For just 75¢ per sample, taste and vote for your favorite. Don't miss this opportunity to indulge in a gumbo extravaganza starting at 11:00 a.m.!
Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024
Time: Gumbo Judging at 11:00 a.m.
Location: Soda Springs Park; 1016 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
Cost: 75 cents for each gumbo sample
2024 Carnivale Community Parade
February 10, 2024
It’s a tradition in Manitou Springs to march down Manitou Avenue and celebrate Mardi Gras in true fun and funky color that Manitou is known for! So grab your beads and costume-up with us! The theme for 2024 Carnivale is ARTopia. The more the merrier, so bring your family, your neighbors, your co-workers, your friends, everyone!
Awards ceremony will be held after the parade at the finish in Soda Springs Park for best group/costumes.
Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024
Time: Parade lineup begins at 12:00 p.m. The parade begins at 1:00 p.m.
Location: Meeting location for lineup is Memorial Park, 502 Manitou Ave. Parade ends at Soda Springs Park. Parking available at Hiawatha Gardens parking lot adjacent to Memorial Park.
Cost: Free to join, RSVP required here.
February 10, 2024
Celebrate Mardi Gras with Springs Orleans! Dress up in your most colorful costume and enjoy traditional foods: Seafood Boil, Beignet King Cake, 1/2 Yard Hurricanes, Abita Draft and Frozen Daiquiris. Free party favors and Live Band: Tribe.
Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024
Time: Open from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Live band from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Springs Orleans; 123 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Cost: Prices vary. Reservations recommended.
Mardi Gras Masquerade & Silent Auction with Pikes Peak Pride
February 13, 2024
Get ready to dazzle! We are thrilled to invite you to the Pikes Peak Pride Mardi Gras Masquerade and Silent Auction, a night where glamour meets generosity, and every mask reveals a heart of gold. Join us for an unforgettable evening of mystique, music, and merriment. Your ticket opens the door to:
🎭 An enchanting Mardi Gras Masquerade experience.
🌈 A Silent Auction filled with unique and enticing items.
🍽️ Delicious cuisine and captivating entertainment.
🎉 A chance to mingle with fellow supporters of the Pikes Peak Pride community.
Dress Code: Glam! Bring out your finest and let your style shine.
Donate to the Silent Auction: Have something special to contribute? Contact Suzy at suzy@pikespeakpride.org.
Become a Sponsor: Elevate your impact and visibility. Reach out to Suzy at suzy@pikespeakpride.org for sponsorship opportunities.
Volunteer with Us: Lend a hand and make a difference! Contact Tom at tom@pikespeakpride.org to join our volunteer team.
Your presence will not only light up the room but also kindle hope and support within our community. Let's come together to celebrate pride, diversity, and the spirit of giving.
Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: The Pinery at the Hill; 775 W Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Cost: Early bird tickets $50; proceeds support Pikes Peak Pride Non-Profit
February 2, 2024
Mardi Gras is known for its celebration of great food, and Sacred Ground Cafe invites you to celebrate with them at their themed dinner--a celebration of Mardi Gras. Their chef Stephanie is from New Orleans and won an award for her amazing gumbo last year; she's excited to share some authentic recipes with you all.
The menu will be a three-course dinner:
- Shrimp, Crab & Okra Gumbo served w/Traditional Potato Salad
- Blackened Trout Filet w/Festival Pasta (pasta tossed w/Sauteed Crawfish, Garlic and Olive Oil)
- Praline King Cake
Date: Friday, February 2, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sacred Ground Cafe; 1801 Cheyenne Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO
Cost: $48/person. Seats are limited.
Transportation & Parking
Discover a variety of ways to reach Carnivale Weekend events, including biking and public transportation availability. Pike Ride is offering a discount code for cyclists during Carnivale festivities. Event goers can park at Hiawatha Gardens in Memorial Park, or Fields Park. Parking is also offered at Manitou Springs High School from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a $10 donation to the FCA and AT Clubs. Find out more transportation and parking information here.
