Eureka Springs Things to Do In February
Don’t miss one of the most exciting events of the year! Mardi Gras has come, once again, to its second home- Eureka Springs.
Here is the schedule of events you can attend!
Saturday, February 23rd
The bustling Light and Sound Night Parade starts at 6pm. Pick a spot along the parade route (from the Carnegie Public Library, down Spring Street to the Court House on Main Street) and watch those crazy Eurekans do their thing!
The 6th Annual Black Lite Ball begins 7pm at Chelsea’s Café located at 10 Mountain Street. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased at www.reserveeureka.com.
Friday, March 1st
The infamous Jokers Masquerade Ball is held at the Inn of the Ozarks Convention Center. From 6pm on, there’ll be music, a mini parade, buffet with heavy hors-d’oeuvres and a cash bar and with prizes awarded for best costume. Tickets are $30/per. To purchase tickets email jokersballeurekasprings@gmail.com.
Saturday, March 2
The second Mardi Gras parade, led by the Krewe of Krazo, will roll downtown starting 2pm!
Sunday, February 11
Enjoy a scrumptious New Orleans-style Jazz Brunch at the Crescent Hotel from 11am–2pm at 75 Prospect. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 479-253-9652.
Fat Tuesday, March 5
Experience the grand finale- the Saint ‘Lizbeth King Cake Ball and dinner. An oyster bar, gourmet Cajun dinner, and praline King Cake are sure to satisfy! Dinner begins at 6pm with music by Naturally Brass, at the St. Elizabeth Parish Center. For more information call 479-253-4503 or 479-253-8864.
For more details on all events, visit EurekaSpringsMardiGras.org.
Insider Tip to Eureka Springs Mardi Gras:
Go to the Blacklight Ball! Anticipated by Eurekans ALL YEAR LONG. There is often face painting, awesome music, and more. Be sure to bring beads, clothes that glow, and your party shoes! (Bonus points if you are in costume!)
Tickets to the Ball are $35 and may be purchased at www.reserveeureka.com.