Ultimate Family Travel Guide to the Pensacola Crawfish Festival 2025

Two Epic Events. One Unforgettable Weekend.

The weekend of April 25–27, 2025, is a dream for families craving flavor, fun, and Gulf Coast culture. Pensacola, Florida becomes the hub of excitement with not just one, but two legendary festivals happening at the same time:

🦞 Pensacola Crawfish Festival 2025 in downtown Pensacola

🐟 Florabama Interstate Mullet Toss on the Florida-Alabama state line

And the best part? You can experience them both in a single weekend—with Coastal Sunrises as your cozy, convenient home base.

Your Gulf Coast Basecamp: Coastal Sunrises Vacation Rentals

Whether you’re chasing crawfish tails downtown or cheering on flying mullets at the beach, you’ll need a restful place to recharge. Coastal Sunrises offers top-tier vacation rentals ideal for families, big and small.

Why choose Coastal Sunrises?

🌊 Beachside & Downtown Rentals: Pick your perfect view—surf or skyline

🛌 Room to Spread Out: Full kitchens, multiple bedrooms, and open living areas

🧒 Kid-Approved Amenities: High chairs, bunk beds, pools, game rooms

🧼 Spotless & Stocked: Clean, well-equipped homes ready for your arrival

🏖️ Close to Both Events: Quick drives to Bartram Park and the Florabama beachline

🏡 Pro Booking Tip: Rentals for this dual-event weekend fill fast—secure your spot with Coastal Sunrises early!

Pensacola Crawfish Festival 2025: A Feast for All Ages

Hosted in historic Bartram Park, this festival is a spicy, soulful celebration of Louisiana flavors and Gulf Coast pride.

Event Dates: April 25–27

Location: Bartram Park, Downtown Pensacola

What to expect:

🦞 Mountains of Boiled Crawfish with corn and potatoes

🎷 Live Cajun, Zydeco & Jazz Music all weekend

🎨 Artisan Market with handmade coastal goods

👨‍👩‍👧 Kid’s Zone with rides, games, crafts, and crawfish races

You can easily walk or shuttle from many Coastal Sunrises downtown properties to the festival. Come hungry, leave happy!

Florabama Mullet Toss: The Wildest Fish Toss on the Planet

Just 30 minutes away from Pensacola, the Florabama Interstate Mullet Toss takes place right on the Florida-Alabama state line, combining beach party vibes with a hilarious tradition.

Event Dates: April 25–27

Location: Flora-Bama Lounge, Perdido Key

Family-friendly highlights:

🐟 Mullet Toss Contest – Throw a mullet as far as you can across state lines!

🎵 Live Beach Bands and kid-safe zones

🏖️ Sandcastle Building & Beach Games

🛍️ Vendors, food trucks, and seafood galore

Stay at a Coastal Sunrises rental near Perdido Key to be right in the middle of both festivals.

How to Do Both Festivals in One Weekend

You don’t have to choose—you can do it all! Here’s a sample family itinerary:

Coastal Sunrises’ locations give you quick access to both sites, with quiet evenings away from the crowds.

What to Pack for This Double-Festival Weekend

Here’s what your suitcase should have:

🧴 Sunscreen & Hats – April sun is no joke

🩴 Sandals & Sneakers – You’ll need both

💧 Refillable Water Bottles – Stay cool

🎒 Festival Bag – Wipes, snacks, chargers

🎽 Crawfish or Mullet-Themed Outfits – You’ll fit right in!

🧺 Beach Towels & Foldable Chairs – Especially for Mullet Toss fun

Staying with Coastal Sunrises means you’ll have laundry, full kitchen, and beach gear access—major travel win!