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Mardi Gras

 

 

 

Mardi Gras Ball: March 1, 2014
Mardi Gras: March 4, 2014

Each year, New Orleans visitors and Mardi Gras lovers take over Breckenridge with masks, boas, beads, music and revelry to commemorate the carnival season. Breckenridge Mardi Gras will kick off in style from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 9th, with it's annual Mardi Gras Ball at Beaver Run Resort. If you would like to participate in the Mardi Gras parade on Tuesday, February 12th, related events and activities please fill out the participation form.

Beads, Boas and Masks for Sale at Holly's Pizzazz at 101 North Main #D

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Mardi Gras Ball – Saturday, March 1, 2014 (6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.)
The evening will feature dancing, drinks, great Nawlins style cuisine and the crowning of the Rex and Queen. Entertainment performed by Brazilian Samba Dancers.
Where: Beaver Run Resort
When: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Attire: Summit County Formal a.k.a. anything goes! Guests can wear a Mardi Gras costume, formal ball gown or a favorite mask and pair of blue jeans.
See some of the threads from last year:



Cost:
$55 individual or $100 for couples
Cost includes a New Orleans style buffet dinner and a cash bar available.
Beads, boas and masks for sale at the event.

How to Purchase Tickets:

  • In person at the Breckenridge Welcome Center, 203 S. Main St.
  • Online (with lodging) here.
  • Enter the form below to reserve tickets online.
  • Call Gavin Dalgliesh at 970.453.5055. Guests will need to give a credit card number over the phone.

Produced by the Breckenridge Resort Chamber.

 

 

2013 Menu

Live Crawfish Boil in Center of Ballroom
Fresh Louisiana Crawfish and Shrimp Boil, Corn, New Potatoes, Andouille Sausage
Chicken and Sausage Gumbo with Rice
Crawfish Etouffee with Rice
Fried Catfish Fingers with Cajan Remoulade
Camilla Red Beans & Rice
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
Bananas Foster Station
King Cakes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fat Tuesday Celebration – March 4th
Where: Main Street
When: TBD
Cost: Free

The procession will stage on North Main Street between Lincoln and Wellington Street and head south to Park Avenue. Float space is limited. Please forward individuals interested in participating in the procession to Gavin Dalgliesh at 970.453.5055 or events@gobreck.com.

CLICK HERE to register your parade float.

Mardi Gras Adventure

Breckenridge Mardi Gras packages to suit your style. Bacchus Ball on Saturday and Fat Tuesday on Main Street. Bring your beads and your festival spirit to Breckenridge!

Stay for 3 nights or more and get 15% off. Rates subject to availability and change. Rates vary by arrival dates and room types, and do not include taxes, surcharge, or booking fee. Other restrictions may apply. Offer not valid with any other promotion.

 
Hazel Miller