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(image courtesy of Carnival) Just note that every restaurant is not included; Mardi Gras, Celebration, and Jubilee still have extra-free specialty restaurants as well. You’ll find staples like Bonsai Sushi, Bonsai Teppanyaki, and Fahrenheit 555. The ships also have two new specialty restaurants, Emeril’s Bistro and Rudi’s Seagrill. The ship embarks on various Caribbean itineraries, allowing passengers to explore an extensive range of tropical destinations. Throughout their journey, guests aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras can savor an assortment of complimentary culinary delights at several restaurants on board. Notable free dining establishments on Carnival Mardi Gras include: View the full list of free and complimentary restaurants onboard all Carnival Cruise Line ships. Our guide lists all dining venues by ship - Mardi Gras, Celebration, Jubilee, and more! About Carnival Mardi Gras Mardi Gras, launched in 2021, is a groundbreaking Excel-class ship that redefines the cruising experience with its innovative features and diverse amenities. With a gross tonnage of 180,800 and a guest capacity ranging from 5,282 to 6,338 passengers, it offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment. Carnival Cruise Line's new ship, Mardi Gras, is absolutely chock-full of dining venues, many included and some with an up-charge. READ NEXT: Photos: 13 Restaurants on Carnival’s Mardi Gras The bar plays Mardi Gras-themed music all night and hosts a buffet from The Graystone Tavern at 7 p.m. featuring gumbo, jambalaya, dirty rice and cornbread. Drink specials include $6 Stone Hazy Mardi Gras ® sets sail with Emeril Lagasse's first-ever restaurant at sea: Emeril's Bistro 1396 ™. Everybody knows about Emeril's love for Creole cuisine, and now you'll enjoy the authentic bayou flavors and fun New Orleans is known for on your vacation. According to 16th-century etymology, the word “carnival”—carne (meat) de levare (take away)—entails a farewell to meat. No wonder this period, leading up to Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) is a free fall of deep-fried treats, from sugar-sprinkled fritters to beignets stuffed with locally grown vegetables. For a one-stop shop, visit King Cake Hub at Zony Mash Brewery or seek out beloved versions from local bakeries like Haydel’s, Tastee Donuts, Gambino’s, or Dong Phuong. Several restaurants also offer special Mardi Gras menus and pre-parade specials. In light of recent events, Mardi Gras 2025 will see enhanced security measures. The When are the 2025 Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans? There will be plenty of parades around New Orleans for the last few days of the carnival season leading up to Mardi Gras on Tuesday March 4 Starting Summer 2025, 12 Carnival ships will sail to Celebration Key from eight homeports: From Miami: Carnival Celebration and Carnival Conquest. From Port Canaveral: Mardi Gras, Carnival Freedom, and Carnival Glory. From Galveston: Carnival Dream and Carnival Legend. From New Orleans: Carnival Liberty. From Baltimore: Carnival Pride What is ChiBang on Carnival Cruises? ChiBang is a unique restaurant on some Carnival cruise ships that offers both Chinese and Mexican food. It first opened in 2021 on the Mardi Gras and is now available on Carnival Celebration and Carnival Jubilee. Bacchus Bash (March 2, 2025): Krewe of Bacchus throws a big all-day Mardi Gras block party on Super Sunday (the Sunday before Mardi Gras) featuring live music, DJs, and VIP open bar ticket options to celebrate their historic parade. Pricing ranges from $75-600. Emeril’s Bistro 1396 is a specialty restaurant available only on Carnival Mardi Gras ship. It’s popular for its Cajun-Creole food. Chef Emeril Lagasse helped create the menu, which has tasty dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, po’boys, and desserts. The oldest female Mardi Gras organization in Jefferson Parish will celebrate Carnival 2025 with a 200-member, 18-float parade. This year's theme is “Isis Goes on a Field Trip” Floats will include Rivertown Theater , Aquarium, and Circus . Restaurants on Carnival and Mardi Gras that Are Completely Free. PALM RESTAURANT (Main Dining Room) The Palm Restaurant, the ship’s primary dining venue, can be found on Decks 6 and 7, and its name comes from those decks. The upscale but never stuffy setting is complemented by a dinner menu that features multiple courses and is updated daily. Mobile, Alabama is the mother of mystics, the original birthplace of Mardi Gras as we know it! Each year, the city and its surrounding communities come together for weeks of parades, masked balls, MoonPies and merry-making leading up to Fat Tuesday, a season that is collectively known as Mardi Gras. Rio Carnival 2025 officially takes place from Friday, February 28th, to Tuesday, March 4th, 2025. Carnival always culminates on "Fat Tuesday" (Mardi Gras), the day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar. While those are the official dates, the city of Rio de Janeiro starts buzzing with pre-carnival Mardi Gras vs. Carnival. While often used interchangeably, Mardi Gras and Carnival have distinct differences. Carnival refers to the entire festive season leading up to Lent, which can last weeks or even months in some cultures. Mardi Gras, on the other hand, specifically refers to Fat Tuesday – the final day of revelry before Ash Wednesday. Fat Tuesday is March 4, 2025 and the Mardi Gras celebration officially begins. Mardi Gras is celebrated with parades, music, art, and costumed revelers. The season leading up to Mardi Gras is known as Carnival. Mardi Gras & Fat Tuesday Events for 2025
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