Event Information & Pricing

The Mardi Gras Festival is one of The Villages favorite festivals and has recently relocated to Lake Sumter Landing. Traditionally held on Fat Tuesday, each year this festival draws 8,000 – 12,000 people, and is one of Central Florida’s biggest Mardi Gras celebrations.

This year’s event will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Lake Sumter Landing from 4pm to 9pm.

This years event will feature Food Trucks, Carnival Games, Market Vendors, Stilt Walkers, Live Music, and so much more.

Vendor space is set up around the square allowing guests to move about and visit each vendor. Food Vendors will be located in a dedicated food court that is directly adjacent to the square

Event Vendor Fees: 10% of Gross Sales

Deposit: $25 

Upon completion of the event, 10% of the gross sales minus the $25 deposit will be due.

1. 1. i.e. Gross sales of $1250

      1. $125 – $25= $100 due upon completion of event

Upon being accepted to the event you will receive an Invoice for a $25  deposit. This invoice must be paid within 10 business days. If deposit is not made you will be removed from the event and must re apply.

Please refer to our Special Events Vendor Guidelines for a complete list of rules and regulations for our events.