Family-Friendly Mardi Gras Event

Let the good times roll at Busch Gardens Mardi Gras, select dates January 14 - March 5.

Get jazzed up with Mardi Gras-style entertainment, live music and catch some festival beads (after each parade). Feast like kings and queens on New classic Cajun cuisine as Busch Gardens brings the “Big Easy” to Tampa Bay.

Mouthwatering Cajun food & Cocktails

Tempt your taste buds with New Mardi Gras-inspired offerings like Crawfish etouffee, andouille sausage po’ boy sandwiches and a must have sweet treat at any Mardi Gras celebration - beignets! Get a taste of Bourbon Street with handcrafted cocktails such as Hurricanes,  “Throw Me Some Beads” punch, and so much more.

Mardi Gras Parade

The Bird Gardens come to life as entertainers, stilt walkers and musicians bring the Mardi Gras spirit to Tampa Bay during this lively parade.

"Bead Balcony"

What's Mardi Gras without beads? Stop by the "Bead Balcony" for an opportunity to catch beads and celebrate the event.

Select times during event hours. Limited quantity of beads available.

Brass Band

Enjoy Bourbon Street beats and jazz classics as the Brass Band gets the party started in the Bird Gardens.

Date: January 14-March 5, 2023

Time: 12pm - 8pm

Location: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612

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