Don’t miss the best Mardi Gras celebration north of the Bayou! Come to Deadwood, South Dakota for a weekend full of free food, a parade, parties, and live music. Plus, there are special open container zones where you can roam from one Deadwood bar to the next.

2023 SCHEDULE

Friday, February 10

5-8 P.M. • NEW! Deadwood Cajun Cocktail Crawl
Hit the saloons to find Mardi Gras-themed cocktailslike the Hurricane, Sazerac, Gin Fiz and more,from 5-8pm on Friday. This event is held at a variety of locations throughout Deadwood.

8 P.M. • Free Mardi Gras Masquerade Party King & Queen Coronation
Live Music by Crawdaddio – Historic Franklin Hotel –

SATURDAY, February 11

2-4 P.M. • FREE Cajun Cook-off
Taste some of the finest Cajun foods in the region at this free Cajun cook-off competition. – Locations Throughout Deadwood –

7 P.M. • Deadwood’s Annual Mardi Gras Parade
Get a spot on Main Street and collect your share of thousands of sets of beads thrown during the parade. – Main Street –

Following Parade FREE Live Music by Crawdaddio – Historic Franklin Hotel –

All events are FREE! Enjoy Cajun food, drinks and fun!