Make plans to join us in Historic Springfield on Saturday, February 7 for SPARdi Gras – that is, how Springfield does Mardi Gras! Presented by TerraWise Homes, SPARdi Gras combines the magic of New Orleans and the spirit of Springfield to create a Mardi Gras experience like no other right here in Jacksonville.

The festivities in Sesquicentennial Park kick off at 4:00 PM on February 7 and will include live music by Swing Bone and Few Fellas Brass Band, dancers, carnival performers, a second line parade led by the Jacksonville Jaguars D-Line, local food vendors, craft beer, free activities for kids, an arts vendor market and more. This family-friendly event is FREE and open to the public!

And, the fun doesn’t end when the bands wrap up in the park – stick around and join the Jaguars D-Line for a second line parade to Main Street! The parade will depart from Sesquicentennial Park at 8:15 PM, march through the neighborhood, and end at Crispy’s on Main Street, where Junco Royals will keep the party going after hours!

EVENING SCHEDULE:
*4:00 PM: Swing Bone on the Main Stage
*5:30 PM: Pine Forest School of the Arts Dance Ensemble under the Pergola
*6:00 PM: Partner acro by Acro Fit under the Pergola
*6:15 PM: The Conjurer of Cheap Tricks magic show under the Pergola
*6:30 PM: Few Fellas Brass Band on the Main Stage
*8:00 PM: Jacksonville Jaguars D-Line in the park
*8:15 PM: Second Line Parade departs for Main Street, led by the Jaguars D-Line

ONGOING ENTERTAINMENT:
Stiltwalker, street magic, free mask-making and face-painting for kids, juggling/balance performers, SPAR Bar, arts vendor market and more!

FOOD VENDORS:
* For dinner: A Mouthful Jax, Naked Kitchen, Pie Daddy
* For dessert: Flavorly Kitchen, Honey Dripper House

Let the good times roll!