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🎭 Charleston Mardi Gras 2025 – Best Events, Parties + Bars! 💜💛💚

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Spotted: 🎭 Charleston is serving up all the 🎭 Spotted: Charleston is bringing the Mardi Gras magic this weekend, and we’ve got the ultimate guide to the best events, bars + parties! 💜💛💚 

From King Cake cocktails to New Orleans-style celebrations, here’s where to find the liveliest Mardi Gras vibes in Charleston—no plane ticket to Bourbon Street required. 🍹🎷 

➡️ Live music, crawfish boils, festive drinks + more!
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🎭 Friday, Feb 28 – Kick Off Mardi Gras Weekend in Charleston!

Spotted: Charleston's finest donning their most dazzling beads + masks, ready to paint the town in purple, green, + gold. The city's pulse quickens as the weekend's festivities commence. Who's ready to let the good times roll? 💜💛💚

 
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Spotted: Beads, bier, + Bourbon Street vibes - Bay Street Biergarten is throwing a Mardi Gras weekend you won’t forget! 🍻💜💛💚 

Expect live music, Hurricanes on tap, + a menu packed with NOLA-inspired eats. Whether you’re here for the King Cake shots or just looking to party biergarten-style, this is the place to be for Charleston’s Mardi Gras weekend. 🎷🎭 

➡️ Grab your krewe + let the good times roll!
🎭 Mardi Gras Weekend at Bay Street Biergarten
 
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Spotted: A secret slice of Bourbon Street tucked inside Charleston’s favorite whiskey bar. 🍹💜💛💚 

For a limited time, Bar Mash is transforming into a Mardi Gras pop-up, serving up New Orleans-inspired cocktails, festive decor, + all the Fat Tuesday flair you could ask for. Sip on a Hurricane, Sazerac, or King Cake cocktail while soaking in the ul...
🎭 Mardi Gras-Themed Pop-Up Bar at Bar Mash
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🎷 Saturday, March 1 – The Biggest Mardi Gras Parties in Charleston!

Spotted: Revelers indulging in crawfish + cocktails, while the sounds of brass bands fill the air. Charleston's streets transform into a Southern soirée reminiscent of Bourbon Street. Care to join the celebration? 🎶🍹

 
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Spotted: Charleston’s beachside haven transforming into a Mardi Gras paradise! 💜💛💚 On Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 12 PM to 6:30 PM, BLU Beach Bar & Grill invites you to a Mardi Pardi like no other. 

Indulge in Trop Hop beers + the festive King Cake Spritz while basking in the sunshine + salty air. Groove to live performances by Me & Mr. Jones (12 PM - 3 PM) + Old Soul (3:30 PM - 6:30 PM). With no cover charge, it’s all about great music, del... 

➡️ Gather your krewe, hit the sand, + let the good times roll! ☀️🎷
🎭 Mardi Pardi at BLU Beach Bar & Grill – Folly Beach
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Spotted: A fusion of Southern tradition + Mardi Gras magic at Oyster Gras! 💜💛💚​ 

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 1:00 PM onwards, join the festivities at Cannon Distillery, located at 1734 Signal Point Rd, Charleston, SC 29412. Indulge in all-you-can-eat fresh, local oysters, spicy crawfish, + enjoy live music that will keep you...

➡️ Don’t miss this shuckin’ good time - get your tickets now + let the good times roll! 🎷🎉
🎭 Oyster Gras – Charleston’s Ultimate Mardi Gras Oyster Roast
 
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Spotted: King Street awash in purple, green, + gold as revelers embark on the ultimate Mardi Gras Bar Crawl! 💜💛💚​ 

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, join the festivities starting at The Brick. Check-in is open from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, where you'll receive your scorecards + exclusive swag. Participating bars include Share House, Republic, Silver...

➡️ Tickets are available now - secure yours + prepare for a day of unparalleled celebration! 🎉
🎭 Mardi Gras Bar Crawl on King Street
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Spotted: The Triple B Booster Club is hosting its annual Oyster Roast on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Father O'Brien Gymnasium at Bishop England High School. For $60, attendees can enjoy all-you-can-eat oysters, additional food items, a...
🎭 Triple B Oyster Roast 2025 – Bishop England High School
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Spotted: An evening where Charleston's charm meets the mystique of Mardi Gras at John King Grill & Bar! 💜💛💚

On Saturday, March 1, 2025, starting at 8:00 PM, immerse yourself in a night filled with:​ 

- Live Piano & Dueling Performances 🎹 
Experience high-energy entertainment with talented musicians leading sing-alongs + captivating performances.​ 
- Specialty Cocktails & Food Specials 🍹 
Savor New Orleans-inspired drinks + dishes crafted exclusively for this celebration.​ 
- Masquerade Masks Encouraged 🎭 
Embrace the spirit by donning your most dazzling mask; the more mysterious, the better!​ 
- Beads, Bourbon, and a Big Easy Vibe 🎷 
Enjoy an ambiance reminiscent of Bourbon Street, right in the heart of Charleston.​ 

Tickets are priced at $20 + can be purchased through Eventbrite. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night of music, laughter, + Mardi Gras magic!​

➡️ Let the good times roll - secure your spot today! 🎉
🎭 John King's Mardi Gras Masquerade Party

🍹 Sunday, March 2 – Wrap Up the Weekend with Festive Fun!

Spotted: Partygoers savoring the last sips of their King Cake-flavored libations, reminiscing about the weekend's escapades. As the sun sets on Mardi Gras weekend, Charleston ensures the festivities conclude with a flourish. Ready for one last hurrah...

 
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Spotted: A vibrant fusion of Charleston charm + New Orleans flair as iLLAZiLLA takes the stage at New Realm Brewing Co.! 💜💛💚​ 

On Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, immerse yourself in an evening filled with:​ 

- Live Music by iLLAZiLLA 🎶 
Experience the dynamic sounds of this local favorite, guaranteed to keep you dancing all night.​ 
- Costume Contest 🎭 
Don your most festive Mardi Gras attire for a chance to win exciting prizes.​ 
- Specialty Food & Drinks 🍹 
Savor Cajun-inspired dishes and cocktails crafted exclusively for the celebration.​
- Golf Cart Parade 🛺 
Deck out your golf cart and join the parade for a unique and entertaining experience.​

This event is free and open to all ages, making it a perfect outing for families and friends alike. Don't miss out on this lively celebration that brings the spirit of Mardi Gras to Charleston!​ 

➡️ Mark your calendars and let the good times roll! 🎉
🎭 Mardi Gras ft. iLLAZiLLA at New Realm Brewing Co.
 
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Spotted: Charleston's historic Blind Tiger Pub bringing a taste of the bayou to the Lowcountry! 💜💛💚​ 

On Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, join the festivities at 36-38 Broad Street for a free crawfish boil featuring the renowned Cajun Cousins. Indulge in spicy, flavorful crawfish complemented by Mardi Gras drink specials and live music... 

➡️ Gather your friends, don your beads, and let the good times roll! 🎉
🎭 Blind Tiger Pub's Free Crawfish Boil
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🎭 Tuesday, March 4 – Fat Tuesday in Charleston – Where to Celebrate!

Spotted: The grand finale unfolds as Charleston's venues pull out all the stops for Fat Tuesday. With masquerade balls + jazz-filled soirées, the city bids adieu to Mardi Gras in spectacular fashion. Will you be part of the final fête? 🎷🍾

 
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Spotted: The vibrant energy of New Orleans descending upon Charleston's own Hutson Alley! 💜💛💚​ 

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, join the festivities at Coast Bar & Grill, located at 39 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403. Indulge in an all-you-can-eat crawfish boil, complemented by three festive cocktails to keep the Mardi...

➡️ Tickets are available now—secure yours and let the good times roll! 🎉
🎭 Hutson Alley's Big Fat Tuesday Crawfish Boil & Mardi Gras Party
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