South Slope Mardi Gras Parade Route & Time Announced by Asheville

Asheville city officials have announced the date, time, and route for the annual South Slope Mardi Gras parade. The event is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, in the South Slope brewery district of downtown Asheville.Key Event DetailsThe Mardi Gras parade will begin at 3:05 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature beads, brass bands, floats, dancers, drummers, and krewes. The theme is "Life Is a Carnival." Lineup and float assembly will begin at noon on Southside Avenue between Biltmor