Nevada City Mardi Gras ~ February 14 & 15, 2015
A Downtown Parade, Masquerade Ball, and Carnevale are featured February 14 & 15, 2015 as this colorful Sierra foothills town again celebrates Nevada City Mardi Gras.
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball ~ Saturday, February 14, 2015
Weekend activities open Saturday night with a Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball from 8pm to midnight, featuring a live band playing in historic Miners Foundry at 325 Spring Street. Cajun food will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Chamber office in mid-January 2015. Or you can purchase tickets at the door if still available. 21 and over only.
Advance tickets are recommended and may be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce office at 132 Main Street in Nevada City. Call (530) 265-2692 or (800) 655-NJOY (6569).
Mardi Gras Parade, Street Faire, and Carnevale ~ Sunday, February 15, 2015
On Sunday, the Mardi Gras Street Faire will be held on North Pine Street, in Historic Downtown Nevada City, from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be food, drink, crafts, and clothing. The Mardi Gras Parade begins at 2 p.m. Sunday and moves down Broad Street through the center of town. It is a rain or shine event.
Merry spectators of all ages line the parade route while gaily masked societies parade through the historic district handing out beads, toys, trinkets, bangles and more. Everyone is encouraged to attend in festive Mardi Gras attire.
And join us for a festive after-the-parade Carnevale for the whole family at the Miners Foundry from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.! Enjoy New Orleans style food, hot dogs, ice cream & desserts, soft drinks & specialty coffees.
Also featuring a full bar for the adults serving Hurricanes, plus a special Bloody Mary bar. Delight in Cajun music, Izzy the Juggler, drummers, belly dancers, a bounce house, and more! Tickets at the door only. Kids are FREE!
For more information, contact the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce at (530) 265-2692 or (800) 655-NJOY.
Photo by Akim Aginksy
The Mission of the Miners Foundry Cultural Center is to preserve, enhance and utilize the historic Miners Foundry for cultural, educational and social activities.
The Foundry is a non profit organization.
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A festive Carnevale for the whole family will take place after the parade. Carnevale will be held at the Miners Foundry from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Enjoy New Orleans style food, hot dogs, ice cream, desserts, soft drinks, and specialty coffees. A full bar offering Hurricanes and Bloody Marys will be available for adults. Delight in Cajun music, Izzy the Juggler, drummers, belly dancers, a bounce house, and more. Tickets are $5.00 at the door for adults. Kids are Free.
Mardi Gras weekend activities in Nevada City begin Saturday, February 9, 2013 with a Masquerade Ball, presented by the Chamber of Commerce. This sell out event will feature live music by the Holcomb Brothers Band, a no host bar, and Cajun food available for purchase.
Mardi Gras costumes are encouraged, but not required. Beads, masks, and T-shirts will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Doors open at 8:00 p.m., and the party goes until midnight! Tickets are $12.00 in Advance and $15.00 at the Door. Tickets are available online, by phone or in person at the Nevada City Box Office (530) 265-5462, Briar Patch Co-Op, or at the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce, 132 Main Street, Nevada City. This event is for revelers age 21 or older.