Mardi Gras

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Saddle up for a week of fun and fundraising!

We invite you to saddle up for several fun-filled events for St. Mary’s 52nd annual Mardi Gras celebration! Mardi Gras festivities include four traditional events: Saturday’s Mardi Gras Dinner, Auctions & Dance, Sunday’s Kid’s Carnival, It’s A She Thing and Clam Chowder Feed.

To learn more about each Mardi Gras event happening this February, click the buttons below.

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Mardi Gras Dinner & Dance

DINNER, AUCTION & DANCE TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! DANCE-ONLY TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE DANCE-ONLY TICKETS.

You’re invited to saddle up for an evening of fun at St. Mary’s 52nd annual Mardi Gras celebration! Join us for an unforgettable boot-scootin’ evening of great food and live entertainment that supports St. Mary of the Angels Catholic School.

Tickets for this year’s Mardi Gras Country Gala include a gourmet dinner brought to you by Garbocci Catering, one-of-a-kind silent and live auctions, casino gaming, no-host saloon and boot-tapping live music by Chad Bushnell!

Kick up your heels and join us at this year’s event! Tables of 8 or individual tickets are available for purchase at the button below.

Event Details

  • What: Mardi Gras Dinner & Dance
  • When: Saturday, February 25th, 5:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
  • Where: Carl Purdy Hall, Redwood Empire Fairgrounds, Ukiah

Event Timeline

  • Registration & Cocktail Hour: 5:30 p.m.
  • Silent Auction: 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
    (Silent auction will close 30 minutes after live auction ends)
  • Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
  • Live Auction: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Gaming: 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
  • Dance: 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Vacation Raffle Ticket

Puerto Vallarta Vacation Raffle Ticket

Our Puerto Vallarta Vacation Raffle Ticket gives you the chance to win a seven-night stay in Puerto Vallarta along with a $1,000 travel voucher! To learn more about the raffle and purchase a ticket, click here.

Thank you to Angelica Rains and the Gonzalez family for the generous donation of the accommodations. Thank you also to Mark Davis Insurance Agency, Inc. for sponsoring the tickets.

White Raffle Tickets

Our White Raffle Tickets gives you the chance to win an Apple ipad ($300 value) donated by Rosie Gonzalez, Realtor, a Traeger Grill ($600 value) donated by Selzer Realty RE/MAX Gold, or a Yeti Cooler ($300 value) donated by Sagehorn Builder, General Contractor. To learn more about the raffle and purchase a ticket, click here.

Thank you to Thurston Auto Corporations and West Coast AG Products for sponsoring the tickets.

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Chad Bushnell

Live Music by Chad Bushnell!

If there was a truly authentic spirit to cross the threshold of Country Music with Christian standards, it would be Chad Bushnell. His roots date back to four generations of cowboys and singers. He exudes the Americana spirit wrapped up into his lyrics and melodies. Chad has opened for Kris Kristofferson, Dwight Yoakam, Scotty McCreery, Lee Brice, Neal McCoy, Billy Currington, Mark Wills, Collin Raye and many others over the years.

FAQs

Why does St. Mary’s host this event?

Started in 1969, Mardi Gras continues to be the primary source of funding for St. Mary’s School. The money raised has an immediate impact on the students. It makes capital improvement projects possible, allows for modernization of the campus and provides scholarships to ensure that a St. Mary’s education is accessible to all. With your support, St. Mary’s school continues to maintain its high standards of excellence!

How do I purchase tickets?

Tickets can be purchased online, or in person, by request. Please call the school at (707) 462-3888.

How much do tickets cost?

Reserved Tables of 8 are $800 and Individual Tickets are $75. Purchase tickets here.

What does my ticket include?

If you purchase a table of 8, your table will be reserved just for your guests and will include a sponsorship sign as well as a bottle of red and white wine. Purchase your table by February 10th and receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine!

An individual ticket is for the entire fun-filled evening with open seating during dinner.

Will this event sell out?

Yes! The venue has a limited capacity, so we encourage you to purchase your tickets as soon as possible.

What will be available to bid on at the event?

Both the Live and Silent Auctions will feature swoon-worthy items like once in a lifetime trips, special experiences, award winning wines and hand crafted items.

For a live auction preview, click here. Auction lots will continue to be added up until the event so check back often!

We encourage you to pre-register as a bidder for the auctions. To pre-register, click here.

What is the Fund-a-Need Auction?

An opportunity for guests to raise their paddles to help fund a special project at the school. This year, our goal is to raise $40,000 for the opening of a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) for the 2023-24 school year.

A TK will allow us to meet our goal to grow the school by enrolling students as young as age four. A TK will also serve a critical need for more options for early childhood education in the Valley. Funds raised will help us prepare a learning space for these students and support the development of a state-of-the-art curriculum. By opening a TK at St. Mary’s, we hope to make access to a high-quality education more attainable and expand our Catholic community in the Valley.

Is there a raffle?

Yes! Each year we curate a fantastic selection of items that appeal to everyone, and this year is no different. Our Puerto Vallarta Vacation Raffle Ticket gives you the chance to win a seven-night stay in Puerto Vallarta along with a $1,000 travel voucher! To learn more about the raffle and purchase a ticket, click here.

Thank you to Angelica Rains and the Gonzalez family for the generous donation of the accommodations. Thank you also to Mark Davis Insurance Agency, Inc. for sponsoring the tickets.

Our White Raffle Tickets gives you the chance to win an Apple ipad ($300 value) donated by Rosie Gonzalez, Realtor, a Traeger Grill ($600 value) donated by Selzer Realty RE/MAX Gold, or a Yeti Cooler ($300 value) donated by Sagehorn Builder, General Contractor. To learn more about the raffle and purchase a ticket, click here.

Thank you to Thurston Auto Corporations and West Coast AG Products for sponsoring the tickets.

Can I bring my kids?

Saturday’s Country Gala is an event only for adults age 21 and older. Sunday’s Carnival is a fun-filled day for children and families.

What do I wear?

Cocktail reception dress to western boots, jeans and cowboy hats.

Can I purchase tickets just for the live music & dance?

Yes, you can purchase live music and dance only tickets for $30 at the door starting at 9 p.m.

What if I can’t attend the event but still want to support? 

We are incredibly grateful to the community members and businesses who want to support Mardi Gras and St. Mary’s School. If you’d like to make a donation, you can do so here. If you’re interested in sponsoring the event or donating an item for the auction, please contact us at [email protected].

What if I have more questions?

Contact us at [email protected].

WE WOULD LIKE TO GIVE A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MARDI GRAS SPONSORS

DIAMOND SPONSORS

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Barra of Mendocino Logo
Angelica Rains and the Gonzalez Family
Ed & Chrissy Eversole
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PLATINUM SPONSORS

Thurston Auto Corporation Logo
Greg & Lisa Cavalin
Luxe Places Logo

EMERALD SPONSORS

Luxes Places International Realty Logo
Mark Davis Insurance Agency, Inc.
West Coast Ag Products Logo
Jam Hoyman Logo
Mendo Mill Logo
Vargas Family
Rino Logo
Toni Bates
Eagle Distributing Logo
Stephen Johnson
TUP Mini Golf
Mendocino Bridal & Tux Logo
Ukiah Valley Athletic Club
St. Mary's School Mardi Gras Poster 2023

Join us for the fun!

Volunteer Sign-Ups

Every St. Mary’s family will need to sign up for 15 volunteer hours during Mardi Gras. Volunteer for Mardi Gras here!