
Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival 2027
A Celebration of Black American Food Culture
Saturday, February 13, 2027
The Midway | San Francisco
Join Gumbo Social for an all-day celebration of gumbo, music, culture, and community.
Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival will bring local food vendors, live music, a gumbo cooking contest, and more to The Midway for Gumbo Social’s largest event yet.
Festival details and tickets are coming soon. Join the presale list for first access to tickets and a chance to win a VIP festival experience for two.
Gumbo Social’s Biggest Celebration Yet
For the first time, Gumbo Social is bringing its annual Mardi Gras celebration to The Midway for a full-day festival.
Planned festival experiences include:
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Food vendors serving creole food, a full-service bar, and more
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Live musical performances
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A gumbo cooking contest inspired by Gumbo Social’s Hey, Auntie! events
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Local marketplace vendors
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Family-friendly activities
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More experiences to be announced


Be the First to Know—and Go VIP
Join the Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival presale list to receive:
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First access when tickets go on sale
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Festival and entertainment announcements
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A chance to win a VIP festival experience for two
No purchase necessary. Additional eligibility requirements and official rules apply.
Be Part of the Festival
Become a Vendor
Interested in serving food or selling products at Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival? Tell us about your business to be considered for the inaugural event.
Become a Sponsor

Connect your organization with Bay Area food lovers while supporting an inaugural celebration of food, music, culture, and community.
Volunteer With Us
Help Gumbo Social bring its biggest event yet to life. Join our volunteer interest list to hear about opportunities before and during the festival.


Save the Date
Mardi Gras Gumbo Festival
Saturday, February 13, 2027
The Midway
San Francisco, California
Additional details, including festival hours, tickets, participating vendors, entertainment, and contest information, will be announced soon.
Sponsored by Avenue Greenlight
Supported by the San Francisco African American Arts and Cultural District, fiscal sponsor


