The Southwest Florida Water Management District has extended the Phase 3 water shortage through March 31, 2027. Dunedin water customers will be limited to 4 hours of potable water irrigation on their assigned day. The restrictions will not impact reclaimed water usage.
Celebrate Fat Tuesday in downtown Dunedin with an evening full of music, food, and classic Mardi Gras energy.
Dunedin Mardi Gras takes place on Tuesday, February 17, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The City of Dunedin will host the Mardi Gras parade, featuring colorful floats traveling along Douglas Avenue from Beltrees Street to Skinner Boulevard. The parade begins at 7 p.m. and is a longtime community favorite. Parade applications are due February 6, 2026.(PDF, 369KB)
The Dunedin Chamber of Commerce is organizing the street festival portion of the evening, bringing live music, musical artists, and a festive downtown atmosphere to complement the parade. Visitors can enjoy food and drinks from local businesses, live performances throughout the night, and the excitement that fills the streets before and after the parade.
This is a community-wide celebration designed for residents and visitors to enjoy downtown Dunedin together. Coolers are not permitted. For parade information or to be a part of the parade, contact alicia.castricone@dunedin.gov. To become a retail or food vendor, or purchase VIP tickets, visit https://cm.dunedinfl.com/events/details/dunedin-mardi-gras-10434.
Downtown Dunedin
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