You're Invited to
Mardi Gras 2026
Lissez Les Bons Temp Rouler!
Step into an unforgettable night of celebration, community, and generosity
at J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School's biggest fundraiser of the year!
Experience the magic of Mardi Gras
where music fills the air, laughter flows as freely as the beads
and every moment shines with joy.
Come ready to dance, dine, and make memories that sparkle long after the night ends.
Get in the Spirit
Dress to Impress
It’s Mardi Gras, so bring your flair!
Think bold colors, dazzling masks, and festive style
Whether you go for classic elegance or full-on carnival sparkle
this is your night to shine.
Grab Your Krewe
Invite your friends, family, or someone special to join you for a night of fun and fundraising.
Together, we’ll celebrate community, faith, and the joy of giving back.
Get Ready to Dance the Night Away
The evening will be filled with live music, delicious food, great company
and plenty of chances to bid on one-of-a-kind auction items,
all while supporting J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School.
Event Details
Date: February 7th, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
Dress Code: Mardi Gras Festive Attire
Registration for Online Bidding Here!
Don’t miss out on our annual Mardi Gras fundraiser - our largest event of the year!
Proceeds from Mardi Gras support the exceptional liberal arts education at
J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School,
helping to fund programs such as Computer Science, Music, Spanish, Art and more.
Event Highlights
Mardi Gras 2026 Featured Events:
Online Silent Auction: February 2nd - February 8th
Cosgriff-Made Items
Party Boards
Class Baskets
Live Auction & Paddle Raise
Paddle Raise: This year’s Paddle Raise goal is $100,000
Raise the Paddle is a beloved Cosgriff Mardi Gras tradition
where our community comes together to fund essential programs for our students.
Past Paddle Raise funds have supported initiatives such as:
Teacher Tuition Fund
The MindUp Program
Classroom WozED Stem Kits
Click Here if you would like to donate to this year’s Paddle Raise.
Interested in making a Matching Funds donation for our Live Auction Paddle Raise?
Contact Kassi Mancini at kmancini@cosgriff.org.
Book Your Room for the Night
Don’t worry about a ride home - make a night of it!
Book your room now at the Salt Lake Marriott Downtown.
Link to book rooms coming soon
Why Your Support Matters
Tuition alone doesn’t cover the full cost of educating a Cosgriff student.
Your support helps fund the exceptional liberal arts and enrichment programs that make our school shine including:
Spanish
Computer Science
Music
Fundamental Art
Physical Education
By joining the Mardi Gras celebration, you’re helping ensure every student receives a well-rounded,
faith-filled education from toddler through eighth grade.
How You Can Help:
Purchase Tickets: Click here to purchase tickets
Make a Donation: Click to donate an item to our auction
Volunteer: Click here to volunteer
Spread the Word: Share our event on social media using #MardiGras2026 to get more people involved.
We Can’t Wait to See You at Mardi Gras 2026!
Your generosity and participation make this incredible event possible.
Let’s celebrate, support, and let the good times roll, all for the students of
J.E. Cosgriff Memorial Catholic School!
Register for online bidding coming soon!
