Want to get the most out of crawfish season? Spoiler alert: You don’t have to leave Little Rock to get the good eats.
Get in on all the mudbug action you want at these crawfish boils around the city.
Crawfish Boil & Baggo Tournament
When: Match 30, 1 p.m.
Where: Flying Saucer
Why: Kicking off a new annual tradition for The Saucer, this tourney comes complete with prize packages from Lost Forty. More info here.
Barkus on Main Crawfish Boil
When: March 31, noon
Where: Brewski’s Pub & Grub
Why: First comes the puppy parade down Main Street, then come the mudbugs. More info here.
Sixth Street Crawfish Boil
When: March 31, 4 p.m.
Where: Rebel Kettle Brewing Co.
Why: When a brewery tag-teams with The Faded Rose, you know it’s going to be amazing. Ditto for the live music and beer specials. More info here.
Ragin’ Cajun Bash
When: April 18, 6 p.m.
Where: Heifer International
Why: Not only does this party offer crawfish with all the trimmings, live music and local and domestic brews, but it also raises funds for CARTI’s fight against cancer. More info here.
Mutts & Mudbugs
When: April 25, 6:30 p.m.
Where: The Grandeur House
Why: Enjoy all-you-can-eat crawfish, an open bar, auctions, a live band and a night of dancing all to raise funds for Rescue Road animal shelter. More info here.
Hat Club Crawfish Salute
When: May 10, 6 p.m.
Where: The Metroplex
Why: Crawfish, potatoes, corn and sausage plus complimentary beer and wine await guests along with live entertainment, raffles and a silent auction. Proceeds go to the UAMS NICU and Community Connections. More info here.