Cajun Fest 2025 Boil & Brew

Get ready for Cajun Fest 2025 – the Mardi Gras of the Midwest is back! Join us Saturday, June 14 from 11am to 5pm at The Hall in West Des Moines, Iowa, for an all day celebration of Cajun culture, brought to life by Louisiana transplants and Iowa natives who know how to throw a spicy party! We’re going back to our roots this year — your $45 entry includes ALL YOU CAN EAT Cajun classics: Crawfish Boil, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Beignets, Dirty Rice, and more! Kids 10 & under are FREE (one per registered adult). This year we're offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience: The Gator Table! Your all-day private table for eight is served a WHOLE ALLIGATOR to devour! No place in Iowa offers this unique experience. Enjoy live music, street performers, contests, and a festive atmosphere the whole family can enjoy!