At the annual BFJ Mardi Gras Party, members and guests compete for prizes awarded for best costumes, masks, etc. The party occurs at either the February or March Jam, depending on the official Mardi Gras date.

Members dress in their finest holiday attire for the party held during the December Jam. It’s a potluck, where members bring appetizers, snacks, main dish or dessert to share with others.

August 2018 (TBA) – Members and non-members get in free. Everyone is requested to bring a salad, dessert or snack appetizer to share. BFJ supplies the beer, wine, soft drinks ice, plasticware and bottled water as well as hamburgers, brats, buns and condiments.