Hillcrest Mardi Gras

When: February 21, 2012
Time: 6pm - 11pm (Rain or shine)
Where: University Avenue between First Avenue
and Fourth Avenues
Hillcrest neighborhood
San Diego, CA (map)
Phone: (619) 299-3330
More info: Event website

The 11th annual Hillcrest Mardi Gras Street Party celebration will be held on Fat Tuesday, February 21, 2012 on University Avenue between First and Fourth Avenues. The time of the event is 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. The festival will take place rain or shine.

The event is sponsored by the GSDBA Charitable Foundation and the Hillcrest Business Association. All proceeds from the street party benefit both organizations. The GSDBA Charitable Foundation issues annual Youth Scholarships.

The festival will feature live entertainment, special guest performers, and an exclusive V.I.P. area. Food and other drink will be available for purchase from participating vendors and venues. Additionally, full liquor will also be served during the event. An array of other surprises, plenty of beads, and various other party favors will also be part of the festive evening. The event remains a 21 and up age event.

Advance ticket price is $15 advance (or $20 day of) and $50 advance (or $75 day of) for a V.I.P. Pass which includes express entry, private reception area, and private bathrooms. Tickets are available at the following Hillcrest area locations: Baja Betty’s at 1421 University Avenue; Urban Mo’s at 308 University Avenue; and Obelisk Bookstore at 1029 University Avenue.

Hillcrest Mardi Gras is a fun-filled evening featuring many games, vendors, food, live entertainment, and costumes. More than 2,000 guests enjoyed the event in 2010..