The seventh annual Cowboy Mardi Gras fundraiser benefitting Austin’s House is Feb. 27 at the Carson Valley Inn from 6-10pm.

The party atmosphere will be like Bourbon Street in New Orleans on Fat Tuesday. Carson City Toyota Scion donated $4,000 to sponsor the fundraiser.

The Cowboy Mardi Gras starts at 6pm with a cocktail hour. Then there will be a barbecue buffet.

Tickets are $60; call 775-.267.6711.