Summary
The Ghent Mardi Gras got too big for its neighborhood, so Swiss Bear is bringing it downtown February 14 with city street closures and in-kind services. Parks staff flagged it makes three parades in five weeks.
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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
In-kind city services (police, traffic, sanitation) provided at modest cost; possible city sponsorship later if successful.
Downtown businesses get an economic boost in a traditionally slow season.
Parks staff face a heavy event workload with one relevant vacant position.
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