Mardi Gras Festival presented by Angry Crab Shack
- ALL AGES
Mardi Gras celebrates the heart and soul of creole flavor with an array of carnival activities, eating competitions and live entertanment.
Date and time
Location
Chandler Downtown Stage
178 East Commonwealth Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225Refund Policy
About this event
- Free venue parking
Through spirt of community building, Angry Crab Shack presents the tradition of family friendly gatherings around the table to indulge in cultural traditions. The event focus is designed to generate family fun that engages crowds to refocus + refresh + renew within their community circles offering a collective of entertainment, attractions, games, and lots of savory food.
The Mardi Gras Festival, presented by Angry Crab Shack announces its inaugural year to celebrate its hometown community, culture and cuisine and is set to commence Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 12pm - 9 p.m. in Downtown Chandler. The special event celebrates the traditions of Mardi Gras with the heart and soul of creole flavor with an array of carnival activities and entertainment. The event will feature live jazz, blues, zydeco and contemporary swing revival bands. Guests will feel transported to the southeastern region of Louisiana with a variety of food vendors serving up regional dishes. Other highlights include themed areas, eating competitions, and family fun zones with more interactive experiences.
Frequently asked questions
The event is located near 178 E Commonwealth Ave, East of Arizona Avenue between Buffalo and Boston Streets.
1. On street parking available throughout downtown. 2. Parking garages located off Buffalo, Boston and Chicago streets. 3. Service parking lots located throughout downtown.
Parking is free.
There are many reliable taxi services in the Phoenix metro area. We recommend UBER.
Yes, the Valley Metro system provides public transportation throughout the greater Phoenix metro area. Visit http://www.valleymetro.org/ for routes, pricing and tips to plan your trip.
Yes, the Downtown Chandler area is home to many great hotels located within 2 miles of the event. 0-2 miles away Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort 1 N San Marcos Place, Chandler, AZ 85225 480-812-0900 http://www.sanmarcosresort.com/ Best Western Inn of Chandler 950 N Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225
Picture I.D. is required to purchase or consume alcohol. Your I.D. will be checked upon entrance into the event and could be checked randomly as asked throughout the event. Guests 21 years of age and older will be issued a wristband allowing alcohol purchase.
Not all food vendors accept Credit cards so please bring cash with you. ATM’s are available within the festival site for your convenience.
General Admission is $7-10 pre-sale & $15 day of and $120 VIP
Children 12-years-old and under are admitted into the event for free with a paying adult.
All sales are final, there are no refunds and this is a rain or shine event.
Yes, there will be ATM machines located near the north and south entrances.
This is a rain or shine event. No refunds or transfers allowed.
Blankets, chairs, sealed bottle water (no outside food or beverage, backpacks and/or coolers)
We are pet friendly...Dogs are allowed and must be on a leash. Please clean up after your dog. We will also be hosting a pet adoption area in the pet park!
Lost and found is located at either info booth and/or the southwest entrance ticket booth.
The Chandler Fire & Police Department will be on hand to ensure your safety. Call 911 for any medical emergencies during the event.
For information on how to become an official sponsor, contact info@mardigrasaz.com
For information on how to become an official sponsor, contact info@mardigrasaz.com
We are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and memorable experience for all event guests. In order to do so, a strict code of conduct has been created and all event participants and patrons are expected follow these rules. Guests will show respect for the event location, grounds, coordinators.
Organized by
To provide an experience that builds relationships within community through lifestyle engagements.