Bring On The Beads Mardi Gras Party At House Of Blues Restaurant & Bar!

House of Blues San Diego is throwing the greatest Fat Tuesday party to take place west of Bourbon Street!

Starting at 4pm on February 25th, House of Blues will unmask the New Orleans magic with its “Bring On The Beads Mardi Gras Party” taking place inside the Restaurant & Bar and Voodoo Room!

Grab your krewe, and get ready to laissez les bons temps rouler as the Restaurant & Bar ignite with:

Happy Hour 4-6pm
Live music by Madame Leroux & Krewe starting at 6pm
Interactive entertainment & photo booth
Mardi Gras giveaways, concert tickets & prizes
Featured big easy drink and food specials

See you there!

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