Can’t make it to New Orleans for Mardi Gras? Breckenridge is a great alternative. Celebrate for four days on top of the mountain with one of the best Mardi Gras parties outside the south.

Kick off the celebrations at the Bacchus Ball, an evening of masquerade, New Orleans style Cajun food like crawfish, catfish and andouille sausage, live music and entertainment that rivals the best New Orleans has to offer. The Mardi Gras Queen and Rex will be crowned at this event. Dance the night away and then rest up, the party isn’t over!

There’s still a grand parade to come, including everything you would expect at Mardi Gras. You won’t know you aren’t in New Orleans when you see the giant floats, costumes and the beads everywhere! Enjoy authentic food, hear live music and be a part of the parade yourself by dressing up for the holiday and wearing some beads of your own. Join in the singing and celebration and live it up for Fat Tuesday.

Celebrate Mardi Gras in Breckenridge for a vacation and an event you will remember for years to come!