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Soulard Mardi Gras

One of the biggest Mardi Gras celebrations in the country.

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Soulard Neighborhood — Soulard, St. Louis, MO 63104
Soulard Mardi Gras

Soulard Mardi Gras is one of the biggest Mardi Gras celebrations in the country, and it takes over the historic Soulard neighborhood every year.

Mardi Gras Week Events

  • Purina Pet Parade — Dress up your furry friends and march through Soulard in one of the most beloved parades of the season.
  • Run for Your Beads 5K — Kick off Mardi Gras weekend with a fun run through the neighborhood streets.
  • Taste of Soulard — Sample the best food and drink from Soulard’s bars and restaurants.
  • Bud Light Grand Parade — The main event! Floats, marching bands, krewes, and thousands of spectators line the streets of Soulard.

Getting Here

Soulard is located just south of downtown St. Louis. Parking in the neighborhood fills early on parade days — check stlmardigras.org for the current year’s parking, transit and shuttle arrangements, which change from year to year.