About This Event
***IF THIS WEBSITE IS ALLOWING SALES, TICKETS REMAIN AVAILABLE***
Let's have a ball!
Please join us at the American Legion Post #38 on the evening of January 17, 2026. The event starts at 8:00 p.m. Doors open to the public at 7:30 p.m.
DONT BE LATE - opening ceremony featuring the Odgen Park Coven and BeignYAYS begins at 8:15 pm.
Parking is available onsite.
Live music will be provided by THE REMNANTS.
This event is CASH BAR ONLY, but you may bring your own food. Absolutely no outside drinks or coolers will be allowed in. Prices are super reasonable (premium liquor mix drink $8, mix drink $6, wine & bottled beer $4, can beer $3, bottled water and soda $2).
The 2026 Mid City Ball theme is Squirrel Olympics IX.
Bring your krewe!
Preselect and secure your table(s) today. Each table seats up to 10. Table decorations are strongly encouraged, and the venue location will be available for early, same-day setup from noon until 2:00 p.m.; white plastic tablecloths will be provided.
Partying solo or with a smaller group?
Individual seating is also available! Advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged as this event may sell out as ticketing is limited to 300 attendees.
If this web page is still allowing ticket sales, then tickets are still available. No cash sales will be available the day of the event.
Tickets will be emailed to the contact provided at the time of purchase. Please provide a digital or photocopy of your ticket at the time of check-in. If you purchase a table of 10, please share the copy of your ticket with all 9 guest to aid in their check-in.
Awards will be presented for best table decoration and costumes.
Ball ticket proceeds are used to showcase the vibrant and diverse community that is Mid City Baton Rouge. If you cannot attend the ball, but would like to support this mission, hit the donate button at midcitygras.org.
Can't get enough of the fun?
Watch the annual Mid City Gras parade on North Boulevard at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Or why not walk, roll, or march with us? Parade applications are now open! Go to midcitygras.org for more information.
Where It's Happening
Meet the Organizer
Mid City Gras is committed to showcasing a vibrant and diverse community in Mid City. As a nonprofit, we aim to enrich the heart of Baton Rouge by hosting events to benefit neighborhood charities and bring the community closer together, culminating in an inclusive celebration of Mardi Gras season.
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