Hot Springs, Arkansas
The Magic Returns: Mardi Gras in the Spa 2027
Get ready for another unforgettable year of Mardi Gras magic, community, music, food, costumes and celebration in Hot Springs. In 2027, we’re bringing you two incredible events while continuing our mission of giving back.
The Tradition Continues
What began as a new idea in 2026 quickly became something special. Approximately 4,000 people gathered in downtown Hot Springs to celebrate, connect and enjoy Mardi Gras together.
Now we’re building on that foundation with even more ways to celebrate, participate and be part of the Mardi Gras magic in 2027.
Two Incredible Celebrations
Mardi Gras in the Spa grows in 2027 with an elegant evening celebration followed by our signature downtown festival.
2027 Masquerade Ball
Dress up, put on your mask and join us for an unforgettable evening featuring dinner, live entertainment, dancing, Mardi Gras royalty, auctions and charitable giving.
Masquerade Ball DetailsMardi Gras in the Spa
The celebration returns with live entertainment, food, drinks, vendors, costume contests, Mardi Gras royalty, family-friendly fun, beads and plenty of surprises.
Festival DetailsThere’s More to Explore
Start planning your day now. From VIP seating and costumes to our new Mardi Gras Procession, there’s something for everyone.
VIP Zone
Enjoy a dedicated home base beside the action, Pastalaya, commemorative swag and more.
Explore the VIP Zone →Mardi Gras Procession
Build it, decorate it and bring the Mardi Gras magic with a creative walking or small-vehicle entry.
Procession Information →Costume Contests
Kids, adults and pets can show off their Mardi Gras style in our free costume contests.
Costume Contest Details →Vendors
Food trucks, local businesses and creative vendors help make the festival experience complete.
Vendor Information →Volunteers
Join the team behind the celebration and help us bring Mardi Gras in the Spa to life.
Volunteer With Us →Sponsorships
Put your business or organization behind one of Hot Springs’ growing community celebrations.
View Sponsorships →Celebrating for Something Bigger
Mardi Gras in the Spa has always been about more than beads, costumes and a great party. Our goal is to bring people together, create something special for Hot Springs and use that celebration to help our neighbors.
Help Make the Magic Happen
Mardi Gras in the Spa is built by businesses, organizations, volunteers and people throughout our community.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Masquerade Ball, Mardi Gras in the Spa, or both celebrations.
Sponsorship OpportunitiesBecome a Vendor
Bring your food, products, services or creativity to the heart of the Mardi Gras celebration.
Vendor InformationJoin the Krewe
Volunteers help make everything happen before, during and after our events.
Volunteer InformationAn Incredible First Year
Our inaugural Mardi Gras in the Spa brought approximately 4,000 people together in downtown Hot Springs for a day filled with music, food, costumes, local businesses, entertainment and community.
That first celebration created the foundation for everything we’re building today.
The Magic Returns in 2027
Make your plans now and get ready for two unforgettable Mardi Gras celebrations in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
February 6 — Mardi Gras in the Spa