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Columbus Mardi Gras Parade Returns to Peachtree Mall
The Fountain City Mardi Gras Association hosts its second annual family-friendly event.
Jan. 30, 2026 at 10:47pm
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The Fountain City Mardi Gras Association held its second annual Mardi Gras parade at the Peachtree Mall in Columbus, Georgia, continuing its mission to bring festive fun to the community. The parade lineup included the Hardaway High School Band, representatives from the Columbus Lions arena football team, and several Columbus city council members, with the Fountain City Mardi Gras Royal Court leading the way.
Why it matters
The Mardi Gras parade is part of the Fountain City Mardi Gras Association's efforts to celebrate the Mardi Gras season and provide family-oriented events for the Columbus community. The association hosts a variety of events during the Mardi Gras season, with the parade being specifically designed for families and youth to enjoy.
The details
The Fountain City Mardi Gras Association's president and founder, Rocky Marsh, said the event was created to give something for the royal court and the youth. Last week, the association hosted a Mardi Gras ball that was more for adult participants, but the parade was specifically designed for families and youth.
- The Mardi Gras celebration has been going on all month in New Orleans and continues until Fat Tuesday on February 17th.
- The Fountain City Mardi Gras Association held its second annual Mardi Gras parade at the Peachtree Mall on January 31, 2026.
The players
Fountain City Mardi Gras Association
A Columbus, Georgia-based organization that hosts a variety of Mardi Gras-themed events for the community, including the annual Mardi Gras parade at the Peachtree Mall.
Rocky Marsh
The president and founder of the Fountain City Mardi Gras Association.
Hardaway High School Band
A high school marching band that participated in the Fountain City Mardi Gras parade.
Columbus Lions
An arena football team based in Columbus, Georgia, whose representatives participated in the Fountain City Mardi Gras parade.
Columbus City Council Members
Several members of the Columbus City Council who participated in the Fountain City Mardi Gras parade.
What they’re saying
“To give something for our royal court and our youth. The fountain city mardi gras association hosts a variety of events during the Mardi Gras season and sometimes we intentionally create family oriented events.”
— Rocky Marsh, President and Founder, Fountain City Mardi Gras Association
The takeaway
The Fountain City Mardi Gras Association's annual Mardi Gras parade at the Peachtree Mall is a community-focused event that brings together families, youth, and local organizations to celebrate the Mardi Gras season in a festive and inclusive way.
