Mardi Gras Columbia Parade and Festival
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Columbia, SC at this grassroots parade & festival ft. live music, Cajun eats & more. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Mark your calendar — the 16th Annual Mardi Gras Columbia Parade & Festival is going down at City Roots urban farm on Saturday, February 14, 2026 in Columbia, SC!
Join us for:
Free community parade through Rosewood neighborhood before festival, 11am-12pm (open to public to walk/bike/ride in parade, or view along route)
$10 festival entry (free for kids 12 and under) — tickets available online now or at door
15+ bands playing live across multiple stages throughout the festival
Beer & wine for purchase from BevSouth and Abita Brewing Co.
Multiple food trucks, with fare ranging from Cajun-Creole classics to local ice cream
Face painting, local craft vendors, and Mardi Gras merch for purchase
Dancing, singing, and general merriment!
Location: 108 Carswell Drive Columbia, SC 29209
Time: 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM