Mardi Gras: Carnival of Hearts
Where Mardi Gras Magic Meets Valentine’s Night
Get ready to laissez les bon temps rouler at this year’s very special Mardi Gras: Carnival of Hearts — a Valentine’s celebration for singles, couples, and friends who love to party with purpose and support the arts!
Join us on Saturday, February 14, from 6:00–10:00 PM at The MAC, 645 W. Main Street, Merced.
A Valentine’s Night with a Mardi Gras Twist ❤️🎷
Whether you’re flying solo, out with friends, or on a date night, Carnival of Hearts is all about celebrating love in all its forms—love for music, art, community, and good times.
What to Expect
Live music that will get your heart racing
Enjoy the electrifying sounds of Troublesome on the main stage, then slip upstairs to the “Voodoo Lounge” on the 2nd floor and immerse yourself in the sultry, romantic vibes with Gloria Coronas.
A hearty taste of New Orleans (with a little extra love)
Savor delicious New Orleans–inspired bites, a decadent beignet bar, refreshing drinks, and more—perfect to share with someone special or to treat yourself.
Carnival of Hearts atmosphere
Think festive beads, masks, and Mardi Gras flair with a Valentine’s twist: bold colors, sparkling hearts, and plenty of cozy corners to mingle, dance, and connect.
Who Can Join
Everyone’s invited! Singles, couples, and groups of friends are all welcome.
Recommended for ages 21 and up.
Ticket Information 💜
Tickets are $60 each and ON SALE NOW: https://bit.ly/MACMardiGras26
MCAC members receive a 10% discount!
Tickets available ONLINE or in person at:
The MAC – 645 W. Main Street, Merced
(*Members, if you don't know your code, call 209-388-1090 or email director@artsmerced.org)
This event is our largest fundraiser of the year and essential to our ability to continue to provide arts programming and education to our ever-growing Merced community. All proceeds to benefit arts programming at Merced County Arts Council and the MAC.
For more info: 209-388-1090 or director@artsmerced.org
EVENT DETAILS
Live Music:
Black Box (Main Stage) Troublesome
2nd floor (Voodoo Lounge) Gloria Coronas
A Taste of New Orleans
NO HOST BAR:
Hurricanes
Wine from HiFi Wine
Beer from Tioga-Sequoia Merced Taproom
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Beignets & Coffee
EVENT SPONSORS
Grey Roberts, CPA & Betty Woolstenhulme
Educational Employees Credit Union
Daniel Baladad
Decorum Wealth Management
Merced School Employees Federal Credit Union
PURCHASE Tickets HERE
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Contact Colton at director@artsmerced.org or visit our sponsor page: https://bit.ly/mardigrasmacsponsor