Bloom Community Services - Bayou Battle

Bayou Battle: Mardi Gras Cook-Off

Hosted by Bloom Community Services Get ready to laissez les bon temps rouler at one of the most spirited community events of the season! The Bayou Battle: Mardi Gras Cook-Off brings together local chefs, families, food lovers, businesses, and pet-friendly parade enthusiasts for a full day of flavor, fun, and friendly competition—all in support of disability inclusion and community programs.

This vibrant celebration features delicious Cajun-inspired dishes, live entertainment, vendors, family activities, and even a Mardi Gras Pup Parade that invites your four-legged friends to join the festivities in style.

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Ways to Join the Fun

🟣 Become a Sponsor Showcase your business while supporting a community event with heart. A variety of sponsorship levels are available to fit any marketing budget and visibility goal.

Sponsorships are available now—secure your spot early for maximum exposure. 

🟡 Register a Cooking Team Bring your best Cajun dish and compete for bragging rights, community votes, and top honors in our 2026 Bayou Battle Cook-Off. Team Registration: $25 Perfect for restaurants, families, friend groups, or anyone ready to stir the pot!

🟢 Sign Up as a Vendor Share your products, services, crafts, or food with hundreds of attendees. Vendor Booth: $100 A great opportunity for local businesses, artisans, and community organizations to connect with the crowd. 

🔵 Enter Your Pup in the Mardi Gras Pup Parade Dress your dog in festive Mardi Gras attire and strut your stuff along our parade route! Pup Parade Entry: $10 Fun, family-friendly, and guaranteed to steal the show. Your pup might even take home the title of Best Dressed on the Bayou!

🟠 Purchase Taste Tester Tickets Sample a variety of Cajun dishes, cast your vote for the People’s Choice Winner, and enjoy music, entertainment, and a festive community atmosphere. Taste Tester Tickets: $15 

Be Part of a Community Celebration That Gives Back 

Every ticket, booth, sponsorship, and team registration supports Bloom Community Services and their mission to empower individuals with disabilities through connection, opportunity, and inclusive community programming.