The southern hip-hop icon will take to Main Street to host the Mardi Gras in Memphis Parade and Block Party.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — New Orleans is making its way to Memphis!
2nd Annual Mardi Gras in Memphis will return to Main Street starting on Friday, Feb. 21, through to Sunday, Feb. 23.
The festival will bring together locals and visitors for three days of celebration, including music, food, and community.
“We’re bringing this to the community to amplify the excitement as well as shed light on the safe space that exist in Memphis,” says festival co-founder Mowbray Rowand.
Mardi Gras in Memphis will kick off with The Mardi GLOW Bar Crawl on Friday, Feb. 21.
The crawl will invite attendees to hop around Downtown Memphis’ top bars and restaurants. Participants can experience horse-drawn carriage rides as they ride down Main Street, illuminated with neon lights.
The event will also feature a parade and block party hosted by legendary hip-hop producer and DJ, Mannie Fresh, known for producing hits such as “Ha” by Juvenile, “Still Fly” by Big Tymers and “Tha Block Is Hot” by Lil Wayne.
Every high school in Memphis has committed to being part of the parade, said event officials. The festival is also set to honor the University of Memphis Football Team and their Head Coach Ryan Silverfield.
The parade will begin on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 11 a.m.
Mardi Masquerade Night will close out the festival with grand celebrations and mask-themed parties taking place in businesses and venues across Downtown Memphis.
The flagship events will be held at ESCO Memphis and Fat Tuesday.
The event begins at 8:00 p.m. All proceeds will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Shelby County Schools.
“Mardi Gras is a celebration of community and culture,” said event organizer, Cherina Rowand. “It gives the people of our city an opportunity to come together for a positive and inclusive experience. As downtown business owners we want to create spaces for people to reengage with a growing and thriving downtown community. Last year’s Main Street Block Party was a great celebration. Live musical acts, bands, car clubs, dance teams, vendors and more!”
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