(City of El Centro planning for Mardi Gras 2025)....The search for Mardi Gras King and Queen is underway.

Nominations are currently being accepted. Nominations can be submitted in person at the El Centro Community Center on First Street in El Centro, or they can be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The deadline to submit a nomination is 5 pm January 8th. The Mardi Gras King and Queen Reception will be held January 16 at 6 pm in the City Hall Courtyard. The annual Mardi Gras Parade and street festival will be held February 22nd