The 7th annual Hillcrest Mardi Gras Street Party will be held on Fat Tuesday, February 5th on University Avenue between First and Fourth avenues. The time of the event is 6-11pm, rain or shine. The event will feature live entertainment, special guest performers and an exclusive V.I.P. area. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from participating vendors. An array of other surprises, plenty of beads and various party favors will also be part of the evening’s festivities. Tootie and the Lips Girls will be part of the dynamic performances on the Viejas Entertainment Stage. A dance area featuring a guest DJ will also be part of the entertainment. Ticket price is $15 advance (or $20 day of the event) and $50 advance (or $75 on Fat Tuesday) for a V.I.P. Pass which includes express entry, a private reception area and private bathrooms. Tickets are available at Baja Betty’s (1421 University Avenue), Urban Mo’s (308 University Avenue) and Obelisk Bookstore (1029 University Avenue). Patrons may also purchase tickets via their website. Ticket purchases are tax-deductible. No refunds are offered on ticket purchases. Hillcrest Mardi Gras is for those 21+ only.