City of Trees Parade and Mardi Gras Festival

We are thrilled to announce the FOURTH annual City of Trees Parade and Mardi Gras Festival!

Save the date: Saturday, February 22, 2025, for Sacramento's most vibrant Mardi Gras-inspired celebration! The City of Trees Parade is a dazzling showcase of our city’s rich diversity and culture, featuring 1,500 performers from over 60 local groups.

Parade rolls at 5pm (approximately)
Kids under 18 - always FREE!

Inside the festival grounds, you’ll have access to:

Live performances
A full bar
Bathrooms
Tours of the iconic art cars
Food trucks
Interactive fun for kids and adults
Dance Party on Capital Mall from 7-9pm (after the parade)

Catch the parade anywhere along the parade route as it rolls down Capitol Mall AND through Old Sacramento! Don’t miss the dance party on Capital Mall after the parade.

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