MARDI GRAS BALL & FREE FESTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! - JAN. 31st & FEB. 1st, 2025
Celebrating the "Courir de Mardi Gras" Folklife of Evangeline Parish, Louisiana
Mardi Gras Ball
Ticketed Event
Downtown Bastrop
Free Music & Festivities
presents
Cuisine & Spirits
MARDI GRAS SPECIALS
AT PARTICIPATING ESTABLISHMENTS
Treat your taste buds to the rich and savory flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine and spirits! Downtown Bastrop’s restaurants, bars, and food vendors will serve up a tempting array of culinary delights, from hearty gumbo and sweet beignets to festive themed cocktails and custom craft beers. Each dish and drink is crafted to honor the authentic tastes of Louisiana’s vibrant culinary heritage, making this a feast you won’t want to miss!
SERVED ALL WEEKEND. Celebrate Mardi Gras in style at C & S Cigar Lounge! Indulge in our selection of boutique cigars in a cozy lounge with comfortable chairs and excellent ventilation. Paired perfectly with locally crafted drinks from our attached distillery, enjoy prohibition-styled cocktails, including the traditional Sazerac, Voodoo Rum Punch, and a whiskey sour named Fat Tuesday. Unwind and revel in the festive spirit!"
SERVED ALL WEEKEND. Celebrate Mardi Gras at CC Wine & Co. with a delightful pairing that’s fit for royalty! Enjoy a decadent Slice of King Cake, freshly made by The Bearded Baking Company, paired perfectly with a crisp, bubbly Sparkling Rosé. Known for its exceptional wines, craft beers, and warm, inviting atmosphere, CC Wine & Co. is the perfect spot to toast the festivities. Stop by for this exclusive treat and let the good times roll!
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SERVED ALL WEEKEND. Elevate your Mardi Gras celebration with a refreshing Appletini from Copper Shot Distillery! This festive favorite features the crisp, vibrant flavor of Copper Shot Distillery Shine, perfectly blended for a simple yet irresistibly tasty cocktail. Raise your glass and let the good times roll—cheers to a guaranteed great time!
SERVED SATURDAY ONLY. Join us at Gracie's for a Mardi Gras celebration! Kick off the festivities at 8:30 am as we host KVPI's Live Radio Broadcast and a "Salute to Fred's Lounge!" We're getting the day started off right with biscuits and gravy paired with Breakfast Cocktails! Enjoy our King Cake Cocktail and a day-long Cajun feast featuring Etouffee, Red Beans & Rice, Gumbo, and Turkey Legs!
601 Chestnut St., Bldg C, Bastrop, TX
On 'Harmony Ridge' (formerly The Crossing)
SERVED ALL WEEKEND. Celebrate Mardi Gras with Neighbor’s Kitchen & Yard's new delights! Try the Café Du Mondtini cocktail - a Tito's Handmade Vodka blend with Frangelico, honey water, heavy cream, and infused with Café Du Monde Coffee & Chicory and nutmeg shavings for a velvety, robust flavor. Also, savor the Ragin’ Cajun Pizza, a burst of Louisiana with our classic pizza sauce spiced up with LA Hot Sauce, mozzarella, bell peppers, onions, andouille sausage, and cajun-spiced shrimp. Experience a pizza that transcends the ordinary!
SERVED ALL WEEKEND. Get ready to party with the King Cake Latte – the ultimate Mardi Gras celebration in a cup! This flavorful drink is a mix of smooth espresso and milk, jazzed up with the sweet vibes of vanilla, caramel, and a hint of cinnamon. We didn't stop there – it's crowned with sugar crystals for that extra sparkle and fun.
SERVED SATURDAY ONLY. Celebrate Mardi Gras at Old Town Restaurant and Bar with our 2025 Mardi Gras Menu! Savor Chicken & Andouille Gumbo, Shrimp Etouffee, and crispy Fried Okra Spears with Remoulade Sauce. Don’t miss our Po’Boys—Grilled, Blackened, or Fried Catfish, Shrimp, Crawfish, or Oyster—topped with Lettuce, Tomato, and House-Made Remoulade, served with Kettle Chips. A festive feast awaits!