Celebrate Mardi Gras 2025 in Birmingham—Fat Tuesday festivities + more

The time is almost here for colorful beads, beautiful masks, fun parades and most importantly… KING CAKE! Read on to see how you can celebrate Mardi Gras in The Magic City this year.

Fat Tuesday events + specials in Birmingham

Fat Tuesday is March 4! Here are a few events around town and deals to find at local restaurants.

Venue 197 Open House + Fat Tuesday Celebration

• What: Join 1918 Catering for creole-inspired dishes, community fun and the reintroduction of Venue 197 restaurant + event space.
• When: Tuesday, March 4 | 4-7PM
• Where: 197 Vulcan Road Homewood, AL 35209

Fat Tuesday @ Avondale Brewing Co.

• What: Live music from The Mardi Gras Brew Crew, hot Red Mountain Crawfish + local brews
• When: Tuesday, March 4 | 6-9PM
• Where: Avondale Brewing Company, 201 41st Street S Birmingham, AL 35222
• How much: Free to attend

Mardi Gras events in Birmingham

Mardi Party @ The Edge

• What: Live music, bounce house for the kids, drink specials + more
• When: Sunday, March 2 | Noon-6PM
• Where: The Edge, 819 Green Springs Hwy, Homewood, AL 35209

Pelham Mardi Party

The Pelham City Schools Foundation is hosting their Mardi Party and Casino Night to raise money for their students and teachers. The party will feature music, dancing and a silent auction.

• When: Saturday, February 1 | 7-11PM
• Where: Windwood Equestrian, 4848 Co Rd 11, Pelham, AL 35124
• Website and more info

Mardi Gras 5K Kidney Walk/Run

Have some festive and active fun while raising awareness for kidney health. Dress in your best costume for the chance to win a prize.

• When: Saturday, February 1 | 8AM
• Where: East Lake Park, 8101 4th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35206

“Monte Gras” Ball | Montevallo Main Street

Montevallo Main Street is hosting their their inaugural “Monte Gras” Ball that will feature a cocktail hour, dinner and live music.

• When: Saturday, February 1 | 6-10PM
• Where: University of Montevallo, 1 Vine Street, Station 6260, Montevallo, AL 35115
• Website and more info

Mardi Gras on the Mountain

Easterseals of the Birmingham Area is hosting their annual fundraising event at The Club. If you’re looking to enjoy great food, cocktails, a live auction and a great cause, this is the event for you.

• When: Saturday, February 8 | 6-10PM
• Where: The Club, 1 Robert S Smith Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209

BHMRS Mardi Gras Charity Gala

BHMRS is a local non-profit aimed at promoting philanthropy throughout North and Central Alabama. This year, they’re hosting a Mardi Gras Charity Gala to raise money for the Central Alabama Food Bank.

• When: Saturday, February 15 | 7-11PM
• Where: Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, 4000 Grand Ave, Birmingham, AL 35226
• Website and more info

Mardi Gras Mingle @ Cahaba Brewing Co.

If you’re looking to grow your network socially, professionally — or even romantically — check out this Mardi Gras social at Cahaba Brewing Co. for a night of fun and mingling.

• When: Wednesday, February 26 | 6:30-9PM
• Where: Cahaba Brewing Co., 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222

Bluff Park Mardi Gras Parade

Join the Bluff Park community for their Mardi Gras parade and enjoy some festive floats and all kinds of fun.

• When: Saturday, March 1 | 11AM
• Where: Bluff Park, Bluff Park Rd, Hoover, AL 35226, United States

Mardi Gras in The Magic City | City Walk Bham

City Walk Bham is bringing the Mardi Gras spirit to Birmingham with this amazing event. You can be sure to enjoy all sorts of entertainment, great food, a parade and a costume contest.

• Where: City Walk Bham, 875 24th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
• When: Sunday, March 2 | 1-3PM
• Website and more info

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