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Pardi-Gras vs St. Patty-Gras.
Three bead-and-DJ nights, three dates. Here is which is which.
18+ to enter / 21+ to drink, valid photo ID required
Beads, DJs, a crowd. PCB runs the same idea three times in different places. Here is how they line up.
What are the three parties?
| Party | Venue | Dates | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pardi-Gras at Fred's | Hammerhead Fred's | Mon Mar 8 | 2 |
| Pardi-Gras at Frog's | Señor Frog's | Tue Mar 16, Fri Mar 26 | 3, 4 |
| St. Patty-Gras | Hammerhead Fred's | Wed Mar 17 | 3 |
Dates and venues are from PCB's party list.
What do they have in common?
PCB describes Pardi-Gras as Mardi Gras energy without the plane ticket: beads raining, DJs booming and a crowd going wild. Its FAQ says thousands of beads take flight at a party dubbed "too hot for New Orleans." PCB's party pages list free masks and goodies. St. Patty-Gras mixes the same formula with St. Patrick's Day: touring DJs, bead chaos and green drinks.
How do they differ?
- Pardi-Gras at Fred's is a Monday in week 2, in the Club Zone.
- Pardi-Gras at Frog's is the beach-side one. Its second date, Friday, Mar 26, is the last night of the season.
- St. Patty-Gras is the one with a holiday. It lands on St. Patrick's Day, one of four parties that day. See the March 17 plan.
Who gets in?
| Party | Ultimate | Platinum | Fred's Card |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pardi-Gras at Fred's | Free all night | Free until 11 PM | Free 8-10 PM |
| Pardi-Gras at Frog's | Free all night | Free until 11 PM | Not valid |
| St. Patty-Gras | Free all night | Free until 11 PM | Free 8-10 PM |
Free drinks run 8 to 10 PM at card parties for Ultimate and Platinum, 21+ with valid photo ID.
What should you wear?
Purple, green and gold fit the Mardi Gras theme. For St. Patty-Gras, add green. Beads will end up around your neck, so skip anything delicate. Comfortable shoes beat anything cute. See what to wear to every party.
Which should you pick?
- You want a Monday party in week 2: Pardi-Gras at Fred's.
- You want the beach-side one or the season closer: Pardi-Gras at Frog's.
- You want the holiday: St. Patty-Gras, week 3.
- You want more than one: week 3 has Pardi-Gras at Frog's on Tuesday and St. Patty-Gras on Wednesday. See find your week by the party you want.
DoItForBreak has a theme party calendar if you want a trip view.
What is a good plan for the bead nights?
Pick one per week. They are close together in week 3, so you will not need all of them. Eat first, keep your valid photo ID on you and wear comfortable shoes. Beads are free, and masks and goodies are listed by PCB, so you do not need to bring them. If you are going to the Frog's night, add a light layer for the walk home.
Mardi Gras night questions.
What is Pardi-Gras?
PCB's Mardi Gras-style party with beads, DJs and free masks and goodies. It runs at Hammerhead Fred's and at Señor Frog's.
When is St. Patty-Gras?
Wednesday, March 17, 2027, at Hammerhead Fred's.
Does the Fred's Card work at Pardi-Gras at Frog's?
No. The Fred's Card is not valid at Señor Frog's.
Is there a Pardi-Gras on the last night?
Yes. Pardi-Gras at Señor Frog's runs Friday, March 26, the last night of the season.
18+ to enter / 21+ to drink, valid photo ID required. Details on card levels, prices and parties come from pcbclubcard.com; check it for the latest.
Free entry · PCB Club Card · Feb 27 – Mar 26, 2027
Get in free with the PCB Club Card
All three bead nights are on the PCB Club Card. Ultimate and Platinum work at both venues.
Official details and prices: pcbclubcard.com. 18+ to enter / 21+ to drink, valid photo ID required.
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