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Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay bringing Cajun Flavors, Live Music and a Spectacular Parade to Tampa

Ready to let the good times roll? Mardi Gras is back from January 11 through March 2, 2025.

Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Woman in purple and gold costume waves joyfully on a parade float. Green and purple beads decorate railing. Palm trees in background.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is bringing the vibrant spirit of the Big Easy to life with its Mardi Gras celebration, running every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from January 11 through March 2, including Monday, January 20.


Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Festive performers in colorful Mardi Gras costumes hand out beads from a decorated float. Bright backdrop of yellow doors and festive mood.

Guests can revel in the festive atmosphere with lively Mardi Gras-style entertainment, upbeat livemusic and the excitement of catching festival beads after each dazzling parade. Best of all, Mardi Gras festivities are included with park admission, making it a celebration guests won’t want to miss.

 

Guests can indulge like royalty with a feast of Cajun-inspired cuisine, featuring festival favorites such as Shrimp Creole, Po’ Boy Sandwiches, Crawfish Étouffée and Beignets. The celebration continues with a taste of Bourbon Street, offering handcrafted cocktails like Hurricanes and other refreshing libations to keep the good times rolling.




One of the best ways to experience Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is with an Annual Pass. Starting at just $14.25/month + tax with no down payment, the Annual Pass offers unbeatable benefits at an unbeatable value. Pass Members can enjoy fan-favorite events like Mardi Gras, the Food & Wine Festival and Bourbon & BBQ—all included with park admission.


In 2025, Busch Gardens Pass Members will be the first to experience Wild Oasis, the park’s newest immersive realm before it opens to the public in the spring.

 

For more information, park hours and to view showtimes, guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com.


Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Performer in vibrant purple, green, and yellow costume dances energetically outdoors. Background shows blurred figures, suggesting a festive mood.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, an AZA accredited zoo with over 16,000 animals representing more than 200 species, and exciting seasonal 8events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age.


For more information, visit BuschGardensTampa.com.



Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Two musicians in colorful attire play brass instruments against a brick wall. One wears a hat with feathers. The scene is vibrant and lively.

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