Do you enjoy catching festive beads from colorful parade floats, feasting on authentic New Orleans cuisine and rocking out to some of the biggest names in music?! If so, Mardi Gras at the Universal Orlando Resort is an event you must see! Let’s look at 7 reason why you will love Universal’s Mardi Gras!
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Live concerts featuring some of the biggest names in music!
On select nights of Mardi Gras, some very popular artists will perform live at the Music Plaza Stage in Universal Studios Florida! These acts are INCLUDED free as part of the event! Here’s a look at the lineup:
February 9 – BUSH
February 16 – Gavin DeGraw
February 17 – Dan + Shay
February 23 – Macklemore
March 2 – Sabrina Carpenter
March 9 – Becky G
March 10 – Sean Paul
March 16 – Steve Miller Band
March 17 – Ziggy Marley
March 23 – NF
March 24 – Pitbull
March 30 – Bazzi
March 31 – To be announced
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Universal Mardi Gras Parade
Every year the Universal Mardi Gras Parade features a new original theme. This year’s theme is –  Party Animals! Guests can look forward to seeing returning fan-favorites along with many new vibrant floats! The float will feature fun characters decorated to depict animals from around the world including the jungle, arctic, swamp and more. Get ready to catch beads by the handful during this exciting parade!
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Enjoy N’awlins-style food
Located in the New York area, you will find the French Quarter Courtyard. Here you will find some delicious N’awlins-style favorite food and drink offerings! You can look forward to trying many Cajun classics such as jambalaya, shrimp gumbo, andouille sausage, sugary-sweet beignets, and more! This year all of the food offerings are severed as tasting size portions to give you the opportunity to try multiple food and beverage items!
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Mardi Gras Drinks
With all the amazing food items to try you need a refreshing beverage to wash it all down! Guests will be able to enjoy Mardi Gras themed specialty drinks, featuring slushies, a wide variety of craft beers and wonderful cocktails including the Ragin Rumbalaya, Carnival Cocktail and Vicious VooDoo!
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Live Entertainment and Performers
Over at the French Quarter Courtyard you can become part of the Mardi Gras celebration as you interact with stilt walkers, dancers, vibrant parade characters and more who can all be found wandering the streets! Remember that not only do the Mardi Gras characters carry extra beads, but they also love to talk to guests and take photos with you! These photos make for great memories!
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Big Easy Music in the French Quarter
Also in the French Quarter area at the event you can catch the musical stylings of many authentic Big Easy bands! This can’t be missed! Here is the band lineup:
February 9 – 17: Dirty Bourbon River Show
February 18 – 27: Naughty Professor Brass Band
February 28 – March 18: Free Agents Brass Band featuring Honey Bannister
March 19 – April 4: New Breed Brass Band
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Have the best time ever!
Whether you are heading to Mardi Gras for a night full of family-friendly fun, or planning to visit with friends for a wild night out, you are sure to have the time of your life! There is something for everyone at this party! Best part, this event is included free with the cost of your admission to Universal!
We hope you plan to visit Mardi Gras this year at the Universal Orlando Resort! Your Kingdom Magic Vacations Travel Planner is always ready to help you plan your next adventure to Universal Orlando or to any destination that you are looking to travel to next!
