Get ready to groove to the beats and light up the night at SoMardi Gras Disco 2025! It's going to be a night of glittering fun, funky vibes, and unforgettable memories. Join us for a pre-party bash to raise funds for the main event, and then get down with the annual parade, street festival, and more, all set to the soundtrack of New Orleans-inspired disco tunes!

15th SoMardi Gras Parade and Street Festival

Saturday, March 1, 2025

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

New Orleans-style parade at noon – Route 22nd to 12th on Main

Street festival with live music by Butterfly from New Orleans and Friends, dozens of small businesses, vendors, restaurants, food trucks and a kid zone!

12th Annual Beard and Mustache Contest

Live SoMa Postcard Mural** Installation at Daisy Bates and Main

12th BEARD and Mustache CONTEST

What’s It About?

This event is all about celebrating creativity, self-expression, and the camaraderie of facial hair enthusiasts. Whether you’re competing or just cheering from the sidelines, it’s a day filled with community spirit and unforgettable moments.

When: March 1st

Where: The Bernice Garden

Categories:

Best Natural Beard Under 6”

Best Natural Beard Over 6”

Best Groomed Beard

Best Mustache

Most Original Beard

Best Partial Beard

Best DIY Crafted Beard (Women & Kids!)

Pre-register for the beard contest!

Register now

Date: February 28 - March 1, 2025