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Cajun Cook-Off

Saturday, February 15, 2025

Time: General Admission: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm /  Kitchen Pass: 11:30 am – 4:00 pm 

Bud Light Party Centre in Soulard Market Park

General Admission: $70 / Kitchen Pass: $110  

A limited number of discounted tickets are available 

Event is rain or shine. No refunds.

Watch talented amateur chefs from across the area face off, preparing their best dishes for a panel of hungry and highly discerning judges. 

Admission to the event includes:

  • Open bar 
  • Live Music
  • 4 stations with samples of Cajun food specialties from 12:15 pm - 3:00 pm 

 

Want more Cajun Cook-Off? Check out the all-inclusive Kitchen Pass below. 

 

*In accordance with the City of St. Louis Health Department, food prepared by the amateur chefs in the competition is not available for public consumption.

Go all-in with the Cajun Cook-Off Kitchen Pass

The Kitchen Pass is deliciously exclusive and all-inclusive: 

Kitchen buffet set up with rotating variety of Cajun culinary delights including some special treats JUST for Kitchen Pass holders from 11:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Premium Open Bar including a whiskey flight of high-end bourbons and handcrafted cocktails

Access to the kitchen area to watch our chefs make their magic. 

Chance to interact and learn from our Cajun Cook-Off chefs and even participate! 

Verizon Cajun Cook-Off FAQs 

Where do I park?

There is no reserved parking for any of the Mardi Gras Inc events. Parking is first come, first serve in the Soulard neighborhood. We suggest taking a Rideshare to the event so you can responsibly enjoy yourself! Use address 801 Lafayette with your rideshare.

How do I enter?

The entrance to the Cajun Cook-Off is at Soulard Market Plaza (801 Lafayette). You'll enter the tent at the doors by the steps, or by walking up the ADA ramp to the right of the stairs. Make sure you have your QR code downloaded in advance to easily access the event!

What should I wear?

The Cajun Cook-Off takes place in a heated tent, but the temperature can vary. Always dress for the weather, and of course, wear your favorite Mardi Gras colors!

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Sponsors

Bud Light
Southern Comfort
Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Bogart’s Smoke House
Fireball Whiskey
Horseshoe St. Louis
Hilton - Ballpark
Hilton - Union Station
The Cheshire
Finest Call
Ford’s Gin
Small Batch Bourbon