Chambliss Center for Children, in collaboration with Events with Taste, will host the 8th Annual Mardi Gras Gala on Friday, February 21st, from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at a new location - Stratton Hall - located at 3146 Broad Street.

The evening will feature Cajun-inspired fare, cocktails, Dixieland jazz music, late-evening DJ & dance party, and lots of New Orleans-style fun. The event also features a crowning of the Mardi Gras King and Queen, Alnoor & Gina Dhanani, who will lead guests in a parade throughout the venue.

Tickets for the Mardi Gras Gala are $70 for individuals or $125 per couple through February 14th. After that, the cost will increase to $80 for individuals and $150 per couple. Companies or groups of friends have the option of purchasing tables. The “Krewe” level is $750 and includes a reserved table for 8, special beads and party favors. The “Super Krewe” level is $1,250 and includes the same benefits as the “Krewe” level plus deluxe beads, table sign with logo, and other fun party favors.