Let the good times roll! It’s finally time to yell, “Throw me something, Mister!” This year, Mardi Gras falls on March 4. (NOTE: Article includes updated Nereids (Waveland) parade information.)
- By Nicki Villarrubia 
Saturday, February 15, 2025Ocean Springs Elks & Krewe Unique Parades｜Ocean Springs, 1:00 pm Kick off the season with back-to-back parades in Ocean Springs! The Elks parade followed by Krewe Unique begins eastward on Porter Street before following Washington Avenue to Government Street. The parades continue along Government before disbanding at Ocean Springs Upper Elementary. See parade route here.
Pass Christian Carnival Association｜Pass Christian, 12:00 pm
Head to north Pass Christian for PCCA’s annual parade, which will begin on J.P. Ladner Road before turning right onto Edwin Ladner, left onto Vidalia, and end at the intersection by Neco’s. 
Saturday, February 22, 2025Krewe of Little Rascals Parade｜Pascagoula, 10:30 am Do you have some little rascals of your own that are ready to catch some throws this season? Head over to Pascagoula’s children’s parade on Delmas Avenue in Pascagoula to enjoy free face painting, balloon making, and mask decorating. See parade route here. Long Beach Mardi Gras Parade｜Long Beach, 6:00 pm The Carnival Association of Long Beach returns for another year of family-friendly fun in downtown Long Beach. This association’s history dates back to 1961, and the organization is an integral part of the Long Beach community. See parade route here. Gautier Night Parade｜Gautier, 7:00 pm Hosted by the Gautier Men’s Club, Gautier’s annual night parade rolls at 7:00 pm – but head over beforehand for a block party at the start of the parade! See parade route here. 
Sunday, February 23, 2025Krewe of Barkloxi Pet PAWrade｜Biloxi, 12:30 pm What’s better than celebrating Mardi Gras with our furry friends and contributing to an important cause? This year’s Pet PAWrade, organized by the Humane Society of South Mississippi, will be held at Point Cadet in Biloxi. While the deadline to register your fur baby has passed, you can still donate to a good cause. See more information here. 
Friday, February 28, 2025Ocean Springs Carnival Assn. Night Parade｜Ocean Springs, 6:00 pm Catch this fabulous night parade in downtown Ocean Springs! Like its day parade counterpart on February 15, the night parade begins on Porter Avenue before turning left on Washington Avenue and continuing down Government Street. See parade route here. 
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Krewe of Diamondhead Parade｜Diamondhead, 12:00 pm The annual Diamondhead parade is perfect for kids and adults alike. The parade rolls south on Gex Drive from City Hall before cutting across Diamondhead Drive East to Golf Club Drive. It continues along Golf Club Drive before ending at the Country Club. See parade route here. Jackson County Carnival Parade｜Pascagoula, 12:00 pm On the opposite side of the coast, another parade rolls at noon in Pascagoula. The Jackson County Carnival Parade begins east on Ingalls Avenue before turning left on Market Street, left on Jackson Avenue, and finally left on Pascagoula Street to return to the starting point. See parade route here. Krewe of Gemini Parade｜Gulfport, 2:00 pm Come to downtown Gulfport to see Queen Leda and King Jupiter LV! This parade travels down Highway 49 before turning right on 14th Street and making the block to 13th Street. The parade then travels to 22nd Avenue before turning onto 15th Street to return to the starting point. See parade route here. 
Sunday, March 2, 2025
St. Paul Carnival Parade｜Pass Christian, 12:00 pm
You don’t want to miss the famed “Pass Parade” hosted by St. Paul Carnival Association. This year’s theme is “Welcome to Emerald City.” The parade will follow its traditional route down East Scenic Drive before traveling down Davis Avenue to West Second Street. See parade route here Second Street Social Club Parade｜Gulfport, 1:00 pm The 4th Annual Second Street Social Club parade rolls down Gulfport’s Second Street. This year’s theme is “New Directions for Gulfport.” Don’t miss the fun! North Bay Mardi Gras Association Parade｜D’Iberville, 1:30 pm Come to Mississippi’s only bi-county parade, sporting the theme “Whimsical World of Wonka.” The parade starts on LeMoyne Boulevard and travels west before turning left on Central Avenue and then over to Auto Mall Parkway. See parade route here. 
Lundi Gras - Monday, March 3, 2025
Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Lundi Gras Parade｜Bay St. Louis, 5:30
The coast’s only Lundi Gras parade happens in the heart of Downtown Bay St. Louis. Although this parade is limited to golf carts, you will be amazed by the creativity that goes into transforming these carts into Mardi Gras floats! See parade route here 
Mardi Gras - Tuesday, March 4, 2025Krewe of Nereids｜Waveland, 10:00 a.m. It’s a Highway 90 classic in Bay St. Louis and Waveland. Join the Krewe of Nereids for their 57th annual parade. Their theme, “Krewe of Nereids Loves a Parade,” tells you all you need to know! See updated parade route below. 
Krewe of Real People｜Bay St. Louis, 1:00
Come on out to the annual Krewe of Real People parade that rolls throughout downtown and “backatown” Bay St. Louis! This Krewe has been at it for over forty years and is sure to make this year’s Mardi Gras a day to remember. See parade route here. Gulf Coast Carnival Association Mardi Gras Parade｜Biloxi, 1:00 pm The GCCA Mardi Gras parade is not only entertaining, but it has a rich history, too! GCCA hosted the Mississippi coast’s very first (official) Mardi Gras parade in 1908 and has been rolling yearly ever since. But not all remains the same – like Neptune, the GCCA parade will follow a new route this year. See parade route here. Enjoy this feature?
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