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Feasting Through the Festivities: A Taste of Busch Gardens Mardi Gras 2025

February 7, 2025

Enjoy French Quarter flavors throughout the world’s most beautiful theme park during Busch Gardens Mardi Gras! With over 40 Cajun-inspired items to try, there’s savory and sweet bites to indulge in. Read on for an inside look at this year’s event.    

 

Clancy’s Cajun Creations and Grogan’s Pub (England)

Crawfish Etouffee

Our  culinary journey begins in Ireland at Clancy’s Cajun Creations and Grogan’s Pub. After an exhilarating ride on Finnegan’s Flyer be sure to enjoy both Big Easy bites and beverages, available at both locations. At Clancy’s Cajun Creations, try the new Catfish Po’boy, featuring a fried fillet with remoulade, lettuce and tomato. Then, stop by Grogan’s Pub to get a taste of the south with the all-new Bacon & Jalapeno Grit Casserole. Whether it’s the all-new Cajun Spiked Lemonade or the fan-favorite King Cake Shooter, grab a drink to create the perfect pair. Click here to check out what else is available at Clancy’s and Grogan’s.

Be sure to purchase a Mardi Gras Sampler to sip and save throughout the event! Get five or ten sample-sized items for one low price, while saving up to 20 percent. 

 

Café Lulu

Beignets

In France, your Fat Tuesday experience would not be complete without trying the Beignets available at Café Lulu. These fritter pockets, fried to perfection and topped with powdered sugar, are perfectly customizable with the options of plain, raspberry, caramel, or chocolate drizzle. Pair this with the Passionfruit Hurricane, perfect for cocktail lovers looking for something new to enjoy! 


Three River Snacks and Creole Grill (New France)

Mardi Gras Funnel Cake

After catching a performance of The Craw Daddies, are new high-energy percussion show; stop by Three River Snacks and Creole Grill for Cajun classics. Whether it’s the all-new Boudin Sausage or the Chicken Andouille, there’s plenty to tempt your taste buds with!

 

Bayou Bar (Oktoberfest)

Three people having drinks outside Bayou Bar at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

The Bayou Bar is  the perfect pit stop before a ride (or two) on DarKoaster! Across from Der Marktplatz, this location offers something for everyone, from daquiris to mojitos. Plus, The Crawfish Dip and Cajun Snack Mix are the perfect Big Easy bites in between rides and entertainment,

 

Big Easy Spirits 

Mimosa and Bloody Mary at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
While in Oktoberfest, be sure to spice up your Mardi Gras experience with one of our specialty drinks at Big Easy Spirits, located inside the Festhaus. The Cajun Bloody Mary, Magic Mimosa, and King Cake Shot are all offered here, providing a fun twist on some classic drinks. While you’re there, make sure to try the King Cake Cinnamon Roll, a classic pastry topped with tasty icing & colorful sprinkles! Learn more about our seasonal Mardi Gras drinks.

 

Bourbon Street Treats 

Doberge Cake

Before watching the incredible Bourbon Street Brigade, you may want to try all that Bourbon Street Treats has to offer, between the ALL-NEW Cajun Mac & Cheese or Cajun Spiced Chocolate Mousse and Muffaletta, a returning favorite. Have a sweet tooth? You’re in luck! Beignets, Bourbon Pecan Bread Pudding, and Doberge Cake can be found at Bourbon Sweet Treats. 

 

With a vibrant mix of bold flavors, Southern classics, and festive treats, this event brings the spirit of New Orleans to life, making it a must-visit culinary adventure for all. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of food, fun, and festivity, taking place Fridays from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m., and Saturdays, Sundays, and Presidents’ Day from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., now through March 9.