Jan 31: Mardi Gras Night Parade
January 31: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
When the sun goes down, downtown Eureka Springs turns into full-on Mardi Gras mode. The Night Parade rolls through town glowing with lights, bold costumes, and floats that absolutely refuse to be subtle. It’s colorful, loud, chaotic (in a good way), and exactly the kind of thing you didn’t know you needed until you’re standing on the street watching it go by.
This is one of those nights where the whole town shows up – locals, visitors, people who “just came to watch for a minute” and somehow stay the whole time. Music, lights, beads, and pure Mardi Gras energy take over downtown, making it one of the most fun after-dark scenes Eureka Springs puts on all year. If you’re in town that weekend, expect crowds, expect noise, and expect to leave smiling.
