ASHEVILLE – Come rain or shine, the Asheville Mardi Gras season will march on with events planned through the weekend, Feb. 13-15, leading up to Mardi Gras Day, Feb. 17.
The National Weather Service’s forecast, as of Feb. 12, predicts a 90% chance of rain and a temperature high of 49 degrees on parade day, Feb. 15.
That won’t stop the Asheville Mardi Gras parade from rolling, which the organization confirmed is still slated to roll at 3:05 p.m. in the South Slope district downtown.
Here’s more to know about Mardi Gras in Asheville, including the parade route, Queens’ Ball, parties and where to find King Cake.
Asheville Mardi Gras parade route
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