Mardi Paws Shoebox Float Contest
Sat, Feb 14
|The Cats' Pyjamas Cat Café
Bring your creativity and festive spirit to our Shoebox Float Contest!
Time & Location
Feb 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The Cats' Pyjamas Cat Café, 524 E Capitol Ave, Springfield, IL 62701, USA
About the event
Let the Good Times Roll this Mardi Paws!
Join us at The Cats' Pyjamas for a family-friendly shoebox parade float contest and celebrate Mardi Gras with a creative twist!
How to Participate?
Design and decorate your very own shoebox parade float! Draw inspiration from classic Mardi Gras traditions or a feline-inspired masterpiece. You can design your own at home or at the cat café during the event!
Awards and prizes will be given for the most creative and crowd-favorite floats, with exciting café goodies and contributions from generous sponsors.
All entries will be proudly displayed during our February 17th fundraiser event for everyone to admire.