We will hand out neck beads, mask, and lots of fun. We will host a costume contest following the completion of the 5K. This promises to be a fun, festive, and entertaining event. The Mardi Gras in May 5K is the next best thing to being in New Orleans. Don’t miss out on this fun event. The 5K will be a chipped timed event. Mardi Gras in May 5K benefiting Early Childhood Council of Hillsborough County Sunday May 21, 2023 Gadsden Park - Tampa Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, refers to events of celebration. Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday", reflecting the practice of the last night of eating rich, fatty foods before the ritual Lenten sacrifices and March 1 Sickles 5K Lucky Run, Tampa Register. March 1 Mardi Gras 1 Mile/5K/10K/15K/Half, Holiday Register. March 2 Downtown Dunedin Mardi Gras 5K/10K Register. March 2 Shamrock Shimmy 5K, Palm Harbor Register. March 8 Florida Shamrock Distance Classic Half/10K/5K/1mi, St. Petersburg Register. March 8 The Great American Bacon Race Tampa 5K Register Tampa, FL 33614. 6:45am – Al Lopez Park gates open 7:00am – Mardi Gras themed music begins Vendors open 7:55am – Announcements and National Anthem 8:00am – Start Mardi Gras in May 5K 8:00am – LIME Food and drinks open for all participants 9:15am – Mardi Gras in May 5K awards ceremony 9:45am – Mardi Gras in May costume contest Here is a list of 16 ways you can celebrate Mardi Gras in the Tampa Bay area. Dunedin Mardi Gras Run: Your choice of timed 5K or 10K runs with medals, shirts, beads and free beer. $40-$55. 8: Tampa, FL 33607. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS. SUNDAY MAY 21, 2023 Gadsden Park 6910 S MacDill Ave Tampa, FL 33611. 6:45am – Gadsden Park gates open 7:00am – Mardi Gras themed music begins Vendors open 7:55am – Announcements and National Anthem 8:00am – Start Mardi Gras in May 5K 9:00am - Mardi Gras Dance Party with DJ Petey View 2023 Mardi Gras in May 5K Tampa results at URL The Mardi Gras in May 5K Tampa is on Saturday May 22, 2021. Mardi Gras in May 5k presented by The Early Childhood Council of Hillsborough County will be taking place Saturday, May 21st, 2022 at Al Lopez Park, 4810 North Himes Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614. To Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens: Busch Gardens brings the “Big Easy” to Tampa Bay with Mardi Gras-style entertainment, live music, Cajun cuisine and festival beads, from now until March 2 Yes, your regular admission ticket to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay includes the Mardi Gras event. In addition to the standard admission, you also have the option to enhance your Mardi Gras experience with special upgrades, such as the Mardi Gras 5-Item Food & Beverage Sampler, which allows you to savor the delicious flavors of the festival while enjoying the festivities. Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic – Tampa; 3K Raptor Run; Lake Wales Mardi Gras 5K Glow Run; March 2025 Florida 5K Runs. Ichetucknee Springs 5K Trail Run; Largo Shamrock ‘n Run; St Patty’s Island Run 5K/10K – Islamorada; Lake Minneola Half Marathon-10K-5K; April Florida 5K Runs 2025. 7 Mile Bridge Run; The Chicken Run 5K – Oviedo Mardi Gras 10K/5K February 22, 2025 Presented by: Councilman Liljeberg - District 5. Kick off the Mardi Gras season by joining us for the Mardi Gras 10K/5K in partnership with Jefferson Parish's Family Gras! Mardi Gras 5K now includes a 10K distance! Don't miss out on a day of fun, fitness, and Mardi Gras spirit that the entire family can enjoy. View details for race Mardi Gras 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon at Anclote Gulf Park, Holiday, FL (09) 75. Tampa 5k run/walk. Run New Tampa 5k. Tampa, FL. View details for race The 2025 March 2 RACES IN ONE PLACE REG Dunedin House Of Beer March Run 2FER Mardi Gras And St. Pat's Runs In One Great Registration SAVE NOW The Downtown Dunedin Mardi Gras 5K and 10K At H View details for race Mardi Gras 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon at Anclote Gulf Park, Holiday, FL (09) 75. Belleair Sunset 5K & Fun Run. Tampa 5k run/walk. The Downtown Dunedin Mardi Gras 5K and 10K At HOB Brewing Company. Dunedin, FL. Running. 5K. 10K. Mar 02, 2025. This year, the theme park will celebrate Mardi Gras for two months, from Feb. 1 to March 30. During that time, you can enjoy a nightly Mardi Gras parade, New Orleans jazz bands strolling the park, and concerts on most Friday and Saturday nights. All of these are included in the cost of your ticket.
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