The 29th Annual Krewe of Amalee Mardi Gras Dog Parade and Festival return to Downtown DeLand

For nearly 30 years, this community-favorite event has filled Downtown DeLand with wagging tails, creative costumes, and endless smiles as pups strut their stuff in true Mardi Gras style!

It’s time to get your tails waggin’ — the 29th Annual Krewe of Amalee Mardi Gras Dog Parade & Festival is coming!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 14, 2026 as one of DeLand’s most beloved traditions — the Mardi Gras Dog Parade & Festival returns.

Costumed canines and their two-legged companions will sashay along Woodland Boulevard, from Michigan Avenue to Howry Avenue., with the parade starting at 11 am.

After the parade, stay for the Festival on Georgia Avenue which runs until 3 pm. Activities for people and dogs will include entertainment, vendors, and authentic Mardi Gras food and music.

Best of all, the entire event is open to the public and admission is free!

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For over twenty years, the Krewe of Amalee has hosted this community gift, the annual Mardi Gras Dog Parade. Each year, the theme changes and delights the thousands of dog lovers with the costumed creativity marching through DeLand.

The theme of this year's parade is,“Barkin’, Boots & Bling!”

For moe details: https://www.delanddogparade.com

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