Consider this your go-to resource for all things Mardi Gras 2026 in Nashville! Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday,” falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. We’ve summed up the top things to do, plus some restaurants to get you in the spirit.
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Mardi Gras events
Fat Tuesday at Rudy’s Jazz Room
Celebrate Fat Tuesday at Rudy’s Jazz Room on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Expect two live performances from the six-piece Crescent City Hoodoo All-Stars at 6:00pm and 9:00pm. Ticket prices start at $20. Admission is 21 and over only.
Mardi Gras at Assembly Food Hall
Mardi Gras at Assembly Food Hall will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from noon to 5:00pm. This event will feature vibrant entertainment, festive flavors, and fun for the whole family. Admission is free. All ages are welcome.
Les Kerr and The Bayou Band’s Mardi Gras Concert at the Bluebird Cafe
Les Kerr and The Bayou Band’s Mardi Gras Concert at the Bluebird Cafe will take place on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, beginning at 9:00pm. This will be their 34th annual Mardi Gras concert played at the Bluebird Cafe. Tickets become available for purchase on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
Mardi Gras Excursion Train
The Mardi Gras Excursion Train will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026. This round-trip train ride will depart at 10:00am from the Tennessee Central Railway Museum. Guests can expect a live band and a cash bar. Ticket prices begin at $70.
Family Mardi Gras Party
The Family Mardi Gras Party is Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery. Attendees can expect a colorful and joy-filled celebration featuring hands-on crafts, festive treats, and lively activities for all ages. Get ticket information here.
Bar Crawl Events: Tin Roof Nashville’s Mardi Gras Bar Crawl
Tin Roof Nashville’s Mardi Gras Bar Crawl is on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 6:00pm to 2:00am at multiple bars throughout Nashville. Tickets start at $12 and include no cover at participating bars, drink specials, and live music. The bar crawl will begin at Tin Roof Nashville.
Hoppers Bar Tours LLC: Fat Tuesday Bar Crawl
The Fat Tuesday Bar Crawl is taking place Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at multiple bars throughout Nashville. Participants can expect free shots, beads, discounted drink specials, and more. Tickets are $59+ per person. The bar crawl will begin at Mel’s Drive-In.
Cajun / Creole Restaurants in Nashville
Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar
Even though Bourbon Street Blues & Boogie Bar is known to be more of a late-night spot, we recommend stopping by during the day. The live music is top-notch, and the atmosphere is festive. If you want a more entertaining Mardi Gras, head to Printer’s Alley in Downtown Nashville and hit up Bourbon Street Blues.
- Neighborhood: Downtown
The Gumbo Bros
The Gumbo Bros offers a variety of Cajun and Creole dishes, including two styles of Gumbo, Louisiana Alligator Nuggets, Cajun Waffle Fries, and Po Boy Sandwiches made with fresh French bread from Leidenheimer Bakery in New Orleans. The beverage menu pays tribute to The Gumbo Bros’ New Orleans heritage, with Hurricanes and Cajun Bloody Marys.
- Neighborhood: Gulch
Spicy Boy’s
Spicy Boy’s is a Louisiana-inspired restaurant situated on the Eastside of town. Guests can expect delicious Cajun cuisine, including Boudin (house-made boudin sausage served with Abita beer, mustard, and pickles). Stop by Tuesday through Sunday for a great meal and refreshing drinks.
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
Did we leave off a Mardi Gras party or a great Cajun restaurant? Let us know in the comments!
Is the Mardi Gras Y’all on February or March 28!? WE are getting different dates from different sites!!
Hi JLB, it’s on March 28th, they sent a press release officially changing the date today! This is the official Mardi Gras Y’all site: http://www.mardigrasyall.net/
the five spot in east Nashville has a great mardi gras show on feb 13 at 6 pm
The Farmers Market in Nashville has pretty good NOLA food at NOOLEYS!!!
If you go North of town to Goodlettsville there is a restaurant called Lagniappe Bayou Kitchen. It has the best Beignets I’ve had in the area.
Barrel Proof in Germantown is also throwing a Mardi Gras pop up from 2/27 to 3/4. Their original location is in New Orleans.