{"id":129490,"date":"2026-01-23T19:01:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T19:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/129490\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T19:01:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T19:01:09","slug":"mardi-gras-returns-to-busch-gardens-tampa-bay-with-big-easy-fun-flavor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/129490\/","title":{"rendered":"Mardi Gras returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with Big Easy fun, flavor"},"content":{"rendered":"

TAMPA, Fla. \u2013 Mardi Gras is back at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay<\/a>, bringing jazz, Cajun flavors, and thrills every weekend from Jan. 24 to March 1.<\/p>\n

This year, Busch Gardens is turning up the jazz and the jamboree for the whole family. <\/p>\n

Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay entertainment (United Parks & Resorts)<\/p>\n

Returning entertainment includes: <\/p>\n

The Queen\u2019s Mardi Gras Jamboree\u00a0–\u00a0This festive procession is all about the rhythm, the revelry, and the joy of celebration.<\/p>\n

Bead Balcony\u00a0– Stop by the Bead Balcony for an opportunity to catch beads get in the carnival spirit.<\/p>\n

Brass Animals\u00a0\u2013 Talented performers get the party started as they play jazz classics and beats from Bourbon Street<\/p>\n

Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (United Parks & Resorts)<\/p>\n

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Guests can savor over 25 Cajun-inspired dishes, like the crawfish boudin ball and creamy shrimp and grits. There are also handcrafted cocktails and beignets.<\/p>\n

For those who want to taste it all, the Mardi Gras sampler lanyard offers five delicious punches for $34.99. Buy a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Fun Card<\/a> and get free access to Adventure Island, with unlimited visits to both parks through 2026. <\/p>\n

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