Huntsville Preps for Mardi Gras Parade with Downtown Traffic Adjustments

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The Huntsville Police Department has announced temporary road closures and traffic adjustments to accommodate the 2026 Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 14. The parade, featuring floats, marching bands, and plenty of beads, will roll through downtown Huntsville starting at 2:30 p.m. and is expected to end around 4 p.m.

Why it matters

The annual Mardi Gras parade is a beloved tradition in Huntsville, drawing large crowds to the city's downtown area. The traffic adjustments are necessary to ensure the safety of both parade participants and spectators during the event.

The details

Roadway closures will begin at 2 p.m., with the parade starting at 2:30 p.m. The parade route will start at Meridian Street and Cleveland Avenue, head south on Meridian, turn west on Monroe Street, then south on Spragins Street. It will continue east on Holmes Avenue (the throw zone), south on Washington Street, and end near Greene Street and Eustis Avenue, before heading north on Greene Street and finishing near Meridian Street and Cleveland Avenue. Parking along parts of the route will also be restricted.

• Roadway closures begin at 2 p.m. on February 14, 2026.
• The Mardi Gras Parade starts at 2:30 p.m. on February 14, 2026.
• The parade is expected to end around 4 p.m. on February 14, 2026.

What’s next

After the parade ends, roadways will reopen shortly after.