Let the good times roll with these Mardi Gras events happening throughout Asheville this weekend.

Friday, Feb. 28

Hustle Souls & Firecracker Jazz Band | Friday, Feb. 28 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Asheville Music Hall | Kick off the Mardi Gras weekend celebrations with some Jazz.

Saturday, March 1

Royal Procession| Saturday, March 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Multiple locations | Party with Mardi Gras royals the night before the parade at Green Man Brewing and Eulogy in the South Slope.

Bayou Diesel - Mardi Gras Dance | Saturday, March 1 | 8 p.m. | Cork and Keg Bar | Immerse yourself in the spirit of Louisiana Cajun and Zydeco-style music and dances while enjoying jambalaya.

Empire Strikes Brass | 8 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $21+ | Catch the captivating local brass band at 11th annual, all-ages holiday show.

Sunday, March 2

Asheville Mardi Gras Parade | 3:05 p.m. | South Slope | Free | Dress in your most colorful threads for the theme "Animalia" then head to any of the three after-parties happening throughout the South Slope.