Every year, Mardi Gras enthusiasts await Fat Tuesday, the infamous holiday known for its parades, masquerade balls, food, beads and partying. While the authentic event is held in New Orleans each year, there is no geographic restriction placed on where this holiday can be celebrated. So, Breckenridge decided to throw their own Mardi Gras weekend!

The holiday in Breckenridge will start on Saturday, February 18th from 6pm – 10pm with the Bacchus Ball at the Beaver Run Resort. The Bacchus Ball is a great way to spend a Saturday night, full of New Orleans style food, music, drinking and dancing. Be sure to bring your best costume or masque to ensure a great time. The Bacchus Ball will offer a variety of dining:

• Live Crawfish boil in the Center Ballroom
• Fresh Louisiana Crawfish and Shrimp Boil, Corn, New Potatoes, Andouille Sausage
• Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Rice
• Crawfish Etouffee with Rice
• Fried Catfish Fingers with Cajan Remoulade
• Camilla Red Beans and Rice
• Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
• Bananas Foster Station
• King Cakes

The ball tickets are $55 a piece, or $100 for couple (21+ event). Our full service concierge will take care of all ticket purchases for you!

Here is a little video showcasing the Bacchus Ball:

And now for the main event–the Mardi Gras Parade on Fat Tuesday! Fat Tuesday falls on February 21st this year, and the parade will begin at 4:30 pm on Main Street in Breckenridge. It is free to attend the parade, and will surely be a good time for all.

Celebrating Fat Tuesday! (Photo: Summit Concierge)

If you would like to participate in the parade, fill out and return this form to the mentioned address.Float space is limited, so hurry up and get on this today.

Check out our Mardi Gras lodging special, offering 25% OFF when you stay 4+ nights over the Mardi Gras weekend.

As February is one of the snowiest months in Breckenridge, the weekend of February 17th will be a great time to visit. If you decide to come out for the festival or any time of year, be sure to browse our diverse catalog of Breckenridge lodging options.