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Gaslamp Mardi Gras Block Party on February 6th

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One of the top Mardi Gras in the country, the Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras Celebration and Parade is returning to San Diego on a new day with a new time, Saturday, February 6th, 2016 from 5:00 PM to midnight.  The Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras Parade and Celebration will take over ten blocks with FIVE incredible stages of enchanting music, stunning visual displays, the legendary Big Easy Parade, and more unique offerings than ever before.  Celebrate with over 40,000 revelers at one of the largest Mardi Gras events the West Coast has ever seen and make memories to last a lifetime.

THE BIG EASY PARADE: What would Mardi Gras be without the Big Easy Parade?  The legendary Big Easy Parade will travel down Fifth Avenue, lead by our celebrity Grand Marshall, at 9 PM. Revel in an eruption of sound and visual splendor of over 50 OVER-THE-TOP entries including music groups, roving performers, specialty acts, Mardi Gras krewes and New Orleans-like floats.  Larger-Than-Life floats will fill the streets as crowds roar for beads, beads, beads! Show stopping dance groups will strut their feathers, pearls, and masks down the route revving up the crowd to party through the night. Classic cars will cruise down Fifth providing the ultimate eye-candy for car lovers!

New in 2016: The Treme Silent Disco Stage is bringing you a new way to enjoy incredible local DJs. Two DJ’s will be dueling for your attention over two separate frequencies, picked up by your wireless headphones provided at the block entrance.

The Rue Carnival Brazilian Arts Stage will be the center of creativity for the Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras. Enjoy Brazillian performances brought to you by the hottest dancers from San Diego, San Francisco, and around the state who will spice up your night with their exotic entertainment. We are excited to announce the addition of incredible San Diego artists who will be painting live to the music throughout the evening. Watch as their creativity unfolds throughout the night as they craft Mardi Gras masterpieces. Be prepared to expect the unexpected from this open format stage.

The King Club Main Stage, headlined by Bone Thugs and Harmony, will provide you with the hottest performances from San Diego and beyond!

Our crowd favorite Canal Street EDM Stage is your stop for all things electronic. We will be bringing BASS and beats to this stage for you to revel in throughout the evening.

Also new this year is a live band stage brought to you by Tin Roof! The Krewe du Vieux Live Music Stage will be offering a large variety of live music and big bands to get you in the Mardi Gras mood! This stage is your one stop shop for all things rock, blues, and beyond!

TICKETS: General Admission to Mardi Gras starts at just $35 through January 10th, $45 through January 24th, $55 through February 5th, and $60 on the day of the event. Upgrade your Mardi Gras experience by going VIP for an exclusive night on the town complete with a VIP entrance, VIP restrooms, 3 complimentary beverages in your VERY OWN VIP areas and much more! VIP Admission to  Mardi Gras starts at just $75 through January 24th, $90 through February 5th, and $100 on the day of the event. 

FOOD & DRINK PACKAGES: Fuel your celebrations by purchasing a Food and Drink Package! Food and drink packages feature a combination ticket that includes admission along with a $30 food/beverage credit at participating venues. These packages are just $60 for G.A. and $90 for VIP! This is the perfect option for those who want to enjoy a delicious meal, a cold beer, and/or an expertly crafted cocktail before or during the festivities.

Attendees must be 21 years or older and have a valid ID to enter. Proceeds from the event benefit the National Center for Community Enhancement whose mission is to improve the quality of life in urban communities by supporting neighborhood enhancement projects, helping those in need and contributing to positive social change. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.sdmardigras.com or call 619-233-5008.

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