Full Schedule | 2024 Mardi Gras Southeast Texas

General admission tickets admit you into the gated area around the Beaumont Event Center. Prices range from $10 - 25 each depending on the day.  Admission is free for children under the age of 12.

All concerts happen inside the gated area and are included in the price of your ticket. 

You won't need a ticket to get into the carnival midway but you'll need tickets for each ride or a "Fun Pass" that offers unlimited rides for $25 in advance or $30 at the gate.

General Admission ticket prices

• 4-Day Pass - $50
• Thursday, Feb 8 - $10
• Friday, Feb 9 - $20
• Saturday, Feb 10 - $25
• Sunday, Feb 11 - $15

VIP Tickets are also available for each day of the festival and include access to a heated tent with tables and chairs, VIP bathrooms, a riser for premium concert viewing and an exclusive bar area with premium cocktails and samples.

Purchase general admission tickets and Fun Passes in advance at Market Basket, the Mardi Gras Store in Port Arthur, online (+fees) or at the gates.

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MORE | Buy tickets for Mardi Gras Southeast Texas (+online fees)

Wagner's Carnival will have more than 30 rides and attractions for all ages to enjoy. There is no admission fee to enter the carnival midway grounds.  

Visitors can purchase a "Fun Pass" for $25 in advance or $30 at carnival grounds for unlimited rides on any one day of a their choice.

Related: Beaumont Police share tips on how Southeast Texans can stay safe during Mardi Gras festivities

There will be increased police presence in downtown Beaumont while festivities are underway to ensure the safety of the community.

While police will work hard to make sure that everyone stays safe, officers said there are steps individuals can take ensure the safety of themselves and others.

• Pay attention to posted signs in downtown Beaumont. Parking will not be allowed in some areas and other signs will indicate parade routes.
• Do not leave valuable items in vehicles. Drivers should lock their doors and take keys out of vehicles.
• Speak to children about safety concerning large crowds. Parents are encouraged to have a plan in place in the event they get separated from their children
• Drink responsibly
• If you see something, say something. If anyone in attendance sees a crime or other suspicious activity, they are encouraged to notify a nearby officer or call Beaumont Police at 409-832-1234

Feb 8 - Thursday

• 5 p.m. Gates open
• Tickets @ Gate: $10 or Buy online
• 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
• 5 p.m. Courir de Mardi Gras Parade
  • Inside festival grounds
  • Starts at Neches Street with the Chicken Toss
  • Ends at Laurel Street
• Music
  • Main Stage
    • 5:30 p.m. - Cam'ron Ballou & the Darker Shade of Zydeco
    • 7 p.m. - Three Thirty Seven Band
  • Gold Stage
    • 5 p.m. - LA Jay & Zydeco Backwood Boyz
    • 7 p.m. - DJ Fuzzy
• 10 p.m. Gates close

Feb 9 - Friday

• 6 p.m. Gates open
  • Tickets @ Gate: $20 or Buy online
  • 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
• 7 p.m. Golf Cart, ATV, 4-wheeler Showcase Parade 
• 7:45 p.m. Valero Krewe of Krewes Parade
  • Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels north down Main St. to Crockett St. to Bowie to Magnolia to Calder ending at Edison Plaza.
• Music
  • Main Stage
    • 7 p.m. - Running On Credit
    • 9:30 p.m. - Marshall Tucker Band
    • 11 p.m.- Pop Gun!
    • Gold Stage
      • 7 p.m. - Gerard Delafose & the ZydecoGators
      • 9:30 p.m. - Alley Kats
    • Sazarac House
      • 9 p.m. - Pete's Dueling Pianos (Extra fee for this limited seating show)
• 12 a.m. Gates close

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Feb 10 - Saturday

• 9 a.m. Neches River 5K & 1K
  • Register online by Feb 17, 5 p.m.
  • Starts at 205 Crockett, ends at Laurel
• 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.  Jazz Brunch
  • At Event Center, featuring Mad Maude
  • Catered by Rao's Bakery & Cafe with a mimosa  bar and a bloody mary bar
• 12 p.m. Gates open
  • Tickets @ Gate: $25 or Buy online
  • 4-Day passes: $50 - Buy online
• 2 p.m. Royalty March
• 5:30 p.m. Motorcycle Showcase 
  • Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels down Main St. to Crockett St. to Bowie to Magnolia to Laurel to Calder ending at Edison Plaza.
• 6 p.m. TotalEnergies Krewe of Aurora Grand Parade
  • Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels down Main St. to Crockett St., to Bowie, to Magnolia, to Laurel, to Calder ending at Edison Plaza.
• Music
  • Main Stage
    • 6 p.m. - Bryan Keith & Zydeco Legacy
    • 8:30 p.m. - Lil’ Flip
    • 10:30 p.m.- Chingy
  • Gold Stage
    • 8:30 p.m. - Steven & the Zydeco Futures
    • 10 p.m. - DJ Fuzzy
  • Sazarac House
    • 7 p.m. - The Flava Band (Extra fee for this limited seating show)
• 12 a.m. Gates close

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Feb 11 - Sunday

• 12 p.m. Gates open
  • Tickets @ Gate: $15 or Buy online
  • 4-Day passes: $40 - Buy online
• 1:30 p.m. KidMed Munchkin Parade
  • Starts at Archie St, travels down Crockett, ends on Neches.
• 2 p.m. Re/Max One Umbrella Parade
  • Starts at Archie St, travels down Crockett, ends at the Gold Stage.
• 2 p.m. ExxonMobil Motor Parade
  • Starts at Beaumont Civic Center, travels down Main St. to Crockett to Bowie to Magnolia to Laurel, to Calder, ending at Edison Plaza.
• 4:30 p.m. Neighborhood Veterinary Center Paws Parade
  • Starts at Magnolia St, travels down Crockett, ends at Laurel.
• Music
  • Main Stage
    • 4 p.m. - Sonido Mazter
  • Gold Stage
    • 4 p.m. - DJ Fuzzy
• 8 p.m. Gates close

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