Welcome to GCCA

Biloxi’s home of Mardi Gras & the Mississippi Coasts oldest and most prestigious Carnival organization. With over 425 Sponsors, GCCA leads the way in providing the greatest free show on the Coast.  Its Mardi Gras Day parade has been judged the best on the Coast, and its King d’Iberville and Queen Ixolib are considered the official royalty of MS Gulf Coast Mardi Gras.

Save the Dates!

  • May 1, 2024 – Sponsorship Opens for Mardi Gras 2025
  • June 29, 2024, 12pm – Boat Parade
  • July 27, 2024, 6pm – 8pm Summer Social – Stayed tunned for announcements.
  • August 17, 2024, 12pm – Ship Island Rendezvous
  • December 1, 2024, 2pm – 4pmChildren’s Christmas Party, Mary Mahoney’ Old French House – photos with Santa, King d’Iberville & Queen Ixolib
  • January 5, 2025, 5:30 pm, 12th Night Celebration
  • February 15, 2025, 6pm – 8pm Sponsors’ Reception
  • February 22, 2025, 13th Annual Run for the Beads
  • March 2, 2025, 2pm – 4pm, Royal Reception
  • March 3, 2025, 8pm Coronation Ball
  • March 4, 2025, 1pm GCCA Mardi Gras Parade

GCCA . . . it’s all about our Community and Friendships!!