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Don't Miss the Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction!
Join us for an unforgettable evening at our Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction on Saturday, February 14, at the Hurst Conference Center. Get ready for a great dinner, fun surprises, and a night of celebration—all for a wonderful cause!
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Mark your calendars and get your masks ready—Laissez les bons temps rouler! Let the good times roll!
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
TUITION RAFFLE
One tuition raffle winner will be drawn at the Dinner and Auction on Saturday, February 14, 2026. You do not have to be present at the Dinner and Auction to win. The winner will receive either a $5,000 Visa gift card or $5,000 tuition credit for the 2026-2027 school year at any Diocese of Fort Worth Catholic School listed below.
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There is no physical ticket for the tuition raffle. Your confirmation is proof of purchase of an entry into the Tuition Raffle. Tuition Raffle purchases are not tax-deductible.
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Raffle Ticket Prices:
$25 for 1 Ticket, $60 for 3, and $120 for 7
This Tuition Raffle is conducted by Nolan Catholic High School, located at 4501 Bridge Street, Fort Worth, TX 76103.
The Diocese of Fort Worth Catholic Schools include:
All Saints Catholic School
Cassata Catholic High School
Holy Family Catholic School
Holy Trinity Catholic School
Nolan Catholic High School
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Immaculate Conception Catholic School
St. Andrew Catholic School
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School
St. George Catholic School
St. John the Apostle Catholic School
St Joseph Catholic School
St. Maria Goretti Catholic School
St. Martin de Porres Catholic School
St. Mary's Catholic School
St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School
St. Rita Catholic School​
HOW CAN I HELP?
We’ve put together a wish list of a few specific items we’re hoping to include, but we’d be thrilled to receive any other donations you’d like to contribute as well! Please click here if you’d like to donate an item.*
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Puppy (aged 8-12 weeks in February 2026)
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Behind-the-scenes experience at an upcoming concert
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Extra or behind the scenes in local Fort Worth filming
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Celebrity chef for a private party or cooking class
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Private pickleball event
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Golf & dinner at local country clubs
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Spots on a New Orleans Mardi Gras float
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Box seats with food at professional sports venues
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F1 racing experience in Austin
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Fredericksburg trip with wine tasting
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Dickies Arena tickets for events
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Sky boxes for one game in baseball, basketball, and hockey
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TCU sports tickets for basketball, baseball and football
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Time shares
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Advantage miles for first class
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Vacation homes
TUITION RAFFLE
MARDI GRAS PRE-PARTIES
This year, Nolan Catholic is excited to host a series of pre-parties leading up to the 2026 Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction. These gatherings are more than just fun nights out—they’re designed to bring our community together, strengthen friendships, and give families a meaningful way to support the gala.
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We’re kicking things off with two exciting events:
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Men’s Poker Tournament – January 17
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Mahjong Party – January 18
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All proceeds from these pre-parties will directly benefit the 2026 Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction, helping ensure its success and impact.​
POKER TOURNAMENT
All men in our community are invited to participate in an exciting poker tournament! We’re gathering on Saturday, January 17 at 7 PM in the IDEA Building for a night of poker, snacks, and beer.
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$50 to participate
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Great way to connect with dads, granddads, friends, alumni, and feeder school dads
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Fun, friendly competition in a welcoming environment
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Special Bonus: Parish Priests play free! If your parish priest would like to join us, please send an email to dinnerandauction@nchstx.org and we will reserve a seat for them. (Please make the link open into an email to this address)
Hosts & Volunteers: We already have a first host, but we are looking for additional men! If you’d like to lend a hand with hosting duties or would like to help sponsor this event, please reach out by emailing dinnerandauction@nchstx.org. (Please make the link open into an email to this address)
MAHJONG SOCIAL
Bams, Cracks, and Giving Back!
All ladies are invited to a Mahjong Social on Sunday, January 18 from 6 PM – 9 PM in the IDEA Building. Come to play or come to socialize and see what the Mahjong excitement is all about!
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$75 individual Ticket + one entry into giveaways
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$300 Table of four + eight entries into giveaways
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$500 – VIP Automatic Table Experience for four + 10 entries (Only one VIP experience offered)
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Everyone has the chance to win big giveaways including: Two Tile Sets from Mahjong & Co, Oh My Mahjong Mat, Kori Green Mahjong Bracelet, Tote bags, and Tile Bags. You don’t want to miss out!
CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE DINNER & AUCTION?
If you can't make it to the Mardi Gras Dinner & Auction this year, don't worry! There are still many ways you can support Nolan Catholic High School.
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Please consider:
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Bidding on Silent Auction Items online during the event
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Purchase Tuition Credit Raffle Tickets
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Purchase a Golden Ticket for the Live Auction
A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO ALL OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS!
Bourbon Street Sponsors
$10,000
Breast Reconstruction Associates
The Ben & Mary Doskocil Foundation
The Paltsev Family
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King Cake Sponsors
$5,000
Jemini Gives
Law Offices of Gill & Brisette