Golden Bead Giveaway RETURNS for 2025!

Mardi Gras festivities, February 21 – March 4 in Galveston, to feature 23 parades and four chances to win big.

GALVESTON ISLAND, Texas  – If you’re looking to catch some beads this carnival season, look no further than the 114th celebration of Mardi Gras! Galveston. On Feb. 21 – March 4, Galveston’s Mardi Gras celebration will feature 23 parades as the island’s krewes prepare to throw more than three million beads and other trinkets to crowds of revelers.

Returning for the third year, organizers are giving a few lucky parade goers a chance to win some extraordinary prizes. Exclusive Golden Mardi Gras beads will be thrown out during a few select parades. Prizes are currently to be determined! To participate, you must attend the parades in the Downtown Historic District and look out for the golden bead!