Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval | Feb 1–Mar 30

By Universal Studios

A World of Celebrations Wrapped Up into One Mardi Gras Party!

New Floats Straight From the Bayou

You can catch spectacular floats, including colorful new ones inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions like masks, beads, food, music and more.

Global Eats. No Passport Required.

You can savor sweet, savory and spicy dishes from around the globe like Hot Maple Lacquered Salmon from Canada, Spicy Szechuan Chicken Bites from China, a Colombian Burger, New Orleans favorites and more available for purchase.

Sing Your Heart Out.

You can end your day on a high note with live performances on select nights on the Music Plaza Stage, featuring Joe Jonas on Feb. 8, Foster the People on Mar. 1, Illenium on Mar. 8 and more.

Live In Concert:

Saturday February 1, 2025: T-Pain

Saturday February 8, 2025: Joe Jonas

Saturday February 15, 2025: Kool & The Gang

Sunday February 16, 2025: Juanes

Saturday February 22, 2025: Scotty McCreery

Saturday March 1, 2025: Foster The People

Saturday March 8, 2025: Illenium

Saturday March 15, 2025: All Time Low

Sunday March 16, 2025: Lawrence

Friday March 21, 2025: Coco Jones

Saturday March 22, 2025: DJ Pauly D

Saturday March 29, 2025: TLC

Grab a Meal. Ride a Float. Toss Some Beads.

Reserve a spot on a parade float⁺⁺ and enjoy a meal at select Universal Orlando restaurants with the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience†. Separate, same day theme park admission required. Float spots are limited, restrictions apply.

Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience:

Reserve a guaranteed spot on one of our spectacular Mardi Gras parade floats* 

- Enjoy a 3-course meal from participating Universal Orlando restaurants:

o The Cowfish® Sushi Burger Bar

o NBC Sports Grill & Brew

o Finnegan’s Bar & Grill

o Lombard’s Seafood Grille

o Confisco Grille (2-Park Ticket required)

o Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food (dinner only)

o Bob Marley–A Tribute to Freedom (dinner only)

o Pat O'Brien's® (dinner only) 

Food available for purchase. Theme park admission required. Parade float spots are limited, restrictions apply. 

Don't forget about this Amazing offer from Universal! Up to $1000 USD Dining Card Included in Select Vacation Packages!

Staying at a Universal Orlando hotel comes with exclusive theme park benefits – and now, when your clients book this tasty hotel and ticket package, it comes with a whole lot of food for them! Guests can use the Food and Beverage Card (also known as the dining card) across the parks, hotels, and Universal CityWalk. Restrictions Apply.

Last day to check-in is 4/3/25. Travel must be completed on or before 4/10/25.

Must be 21+ with valid Photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.

*Valid for stays 11/7/24-12/19/24 and 1/5/25-4/10/25. Minimum 4-night stay and minimum 4-day promo ticket required. Food and Beverage Card value varies based on hotel and length of stay. One (1) Food & Beverage card per room; pickup and activation is at the Universal Vacation Planning Center in hotel on reservation. Airfare not included. Excludes all suites except for 2-bedroom suites at Universal Endless Summer Resort and family suites at Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance. Limited availability. Cannot be combined with any other offers, promotions, discounts, or prior purchases. Offer may be modified, suspended, or terminated at the sole discretion of Universal Orlando. Additional restrictions apply.

Vacation Package includes:

• Up to $1,000 Food and Beverage Card* for select food and beverage purchases across Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, Universal CityWalk, and all Universal Orlando Hotels (One Per Room)
• 4+ Night Hotel Accommodations with benefits of staying at a Universal Orlando Hotel
  • Free** Universal Express Unlimited Ride Access (Select Hotels): Guests staying at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel®, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort can skip the regular lines at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. (Valid theme park admission required; select attractions.)
  • Early Park Admission† to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and Universal Volcano Bay up to one hour before the park opens (valid theme park admission required. Select attractions.)
  • Complimentary transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk
  • And More
• 2-Park or 3-Park Park-to-Park Vacation Package promo tickets for 4 or 5 days
  • The following tickets are available with this vacation package offer:
    • 2-Park Park-to-Park ticket to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure on the same day.
    • 3-Park Park-to-Park ticket to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay on the same day.
• Free 5x7 Souvenir Photograph^

View frequently asked questions

EXCLUSIONS – The Food & Beverage Card may not be redeemed:

• For Mobile Food and Beverage Orders (MFDO). Instead, please see a Team Member for assistance ordering with your dining card.
• At the following restaurants:
  • The Palm – Orlando at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.
  • BiCE Ristorante Orlando at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort.
  • Blondie’s at Universal Islands of Adventure.
• At Merchandise Locations, which include but are not limited to:
  • Bake My Day
  • San Francisco Candy Factory
  • Sugarplum’s Sweetshop
  • Honeydukes
  • Snookers and Snookers
  • Island Market
  • Export Candy Shoppe
  • The Tribute Store
• For Room Service/In-Hotel Pizza Delivery purchases or at Resort Hotel Front Desk.
• At Front Gate Pass Sales or Guest Service locations throughout the resort.
• For other Gift Cards, Tickets, or Express passes.
• For purchases via phone sales.
• For online purchases.

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AndreaJ | Disney & Universal Travel PlannerAndrea Jong