Full Schedule | 2023 Mardi Gras Southeast Texas
There will be parades and music daily with the Krewe of Aurora Grand Parade Saturday evening followed by Paul Wall in concert.
Mardi Gras Southeast Texas is kicking off on Thursday, Feb. 16 and will run through Sunday, Feb. 19 in downtown Beaumont at the Great Lawn and around the Beaumont Event Center.
General Info
General admission tickets admit you into the gated area around the Beaumont Event Center. Prices range from $10 - 25 each depending on the day. Admission is free for children under the age of 12.
All concerts happen inside the gated area and are included in the price of your ticket.
You won't need a ticket to get into the carnival midway but you'll need tickets for each ride or a "Fun Pass" that offers unlimited rides for $25 in advance or $30 at the gate.
General Admission ticket prices
Purchase general admission tickets and Fun Passes in advance at Market Basket, the Mardi Gras Store in Port Arthur, online (+fees) or at the gates.
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Wagner's Carnival will have more than 30 rides and attractions for all ages to enjoy. There is no admission fee to enter the carnival midway grounds.
Visitors can purchase a "Fun Pass" for $25 in advance or $30 at carnival grounds for unlimited rides on any one day of a their choice.
On Saturday and Sunday from noon - 6 p.m., Mardi Gras Southeast Texas will feature a free Kid's Zone. The zone will be open from noon to 6 p.m. and will feature a duck pond, bean bag, frisbee toss, football throw, hole-in-one, moon walk and more.
Photos from the Majestic Krewe of Aurora Grand Parade in Beaumont
Related: Beaumont Police share tips on how Southeast Texans can stay safe during Mardi Gras festivities
There will be increased police presence in downtown Beaumont while festivities are underway to ensure the safety of the community.
While police will work hard to make sure that everyone stays safe, officers said there are steps individuals can take ensure the safety of themselves and others.
- Pay attention to posted signs in downtown Beaumont. Parking will not be allowed in some areas and other signs will indicate parade routes.
- Do not leave valuable items in vehicles. Drivers should lock their doors and take keys out of vehicles.
- Speak to children about safety concerning large crowds. Parents are encouraged to have a plan in place in the event they get separated from their children
- Drink responsibly
- If you see something, say something. If anyone in attendance sees a crime or other suspicious activity, they are encouraged to notify a nearby officer or call Beaumont Police at 409-832-1234
Thursday - Feb 16 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Feb 16 - Thursday
- 5 p.m. Gates open
- Tickets @ Gate: $10 or Buy online
- 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
- 5 p.m. Courir de Mardi Gras Parade
- Inside festival grounds
- Starts at Magnolia Street with the Chicken Toss
- Ends at Laurel Street
- Music
- 6 p.m. - Lil Steven & the Zydeco Futures
- 8 p.m. - LT & the Zydeco Bomb
- 10 p.m. Gates close
Friday - Feb 17 6 p.m. - Midnight
Feb 17 - Friday
- 6 p.m. Gates open
- Tickets @ Gate: $20 or Buy online
- 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
- 7 p.m. Golf Cart, ATV, 4-wheeler Showcase Parade
- 7:45 p.m. Valero Krewe of Krewes Parade
- Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels north down Main St. to Crockett St. to Bowie to Magnolia to Calder to Pearl ending at Edison Plaza.
- Music
- 8 p.m. - Sons of Bocephus
- 10 p.m. - Uncle Kracker
- 12 a.m. Gates close
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Saturday - Feb 18 Noon - Midnight
Feb 18 - Saturday
- 8:30 a.m. NRF Capes & Crowns 1M Fun Run
- Register online by Feb 17, 5 p.m.
- Starts at Neches, ends at Laurel
- 9 a.m. NRF Capes & Crowns 5K
- Register online by Feb 17, 5 p.m.
- Starts at Neches, ends at Laurel
- 12 p.m. Gates open
- Tickets @ Gate: $25 or Buy online
- 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
- 5:30 p.m. Motorcycle Showcase
- 6 p.m. Total Krewe of Aurora Grand Parade
- Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels north down Main St. to Crockett St. to Bowie to Magnolia to Calder to Pearl ending at Edison Plaza.
- Music
- 5 p.m. - Fred Bell & Platinum Players
- 8 p.m. - Lil' Keke
- 9 p.m. - Baby Bash
- 10 p.m. - Slim Thug
- 11 p.m. - Paul Wall
- 12 a.m. Gates close
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Sunday - Feb 19 Noon - 8 p.m.
Feb 19 - Sunday
- 12 p.m. Gates open
- Tickets @ Gate: $15 or Buy online
- 4-Day passes: $40 - Buy online
- 2 p.m. KidMed Munchkin Parade
- Starts at Magnolia St, travels down Crockett, ends at Laurel.
- 3 p.m. ReMax One Umbrella Parade
- Starts at Magnolia St, travels down Crockett, ends at Laurel.
- 4 p.m. ExxonMobil Truck Parade
- Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels north down Main to Crockett to Bowie to Magnolia to Calder, to Pearl, ending at Edison Plaza.
- 4:30 p.m. Neighborhood Veterinary Center Paws Parade
- Starts at Magnolia St, travels down Crockett, ends at Laurel.
- Music
- 4 p.m. - Grupo Ma$$oro
- 6 p.m. - Tropa Estrella
- 8 p.m. Gates close