GRAMMY WINNER T-PAIN, POP SUPERSTAR JOE JONAS AND COLOMBIAN SINGER JUANES TO HEADLINE LIVE CONCERTS ON SELECT NIGHTS DURING UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S MARDI GRAS 2025 CELEBRATION, RUNNING FEBRUARY 1 THROUGH MARCH 30
Plus, All-New Details Revealed About the Mouth-Watering Global Cuisine, Vibrant New Parade Floats and More!
Universal Orlando Resort invites guests to celebrate 30 years of Mardi Gras from February 1 through March 30 during Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, featuring an all-new menu of mouth-watering international cuisine, a spectacular parade with colorful floats and – on select nights – live concerts by the biggest names in music. And guests can enjoy all the fun as part of regular theme park admission to Universal Studios Florida.
Here is an overview of what’s in store at this year’s celebration:
STAR-STUDDED MARDI GRAS CONCERT LINEUP
This year’s star-studded concert series will feature 12 live performances by some of the most popular musical artists from across the globe – including GRAMMY- winning artist T-Pain, global pop superstar Joe Jonas and Latin GRAMMY-winning artist Juanes. Live performances will take place on select nights at the Music Plaza Stage inside Universal Studios Florida, following the Mardi Gras parade. See below for the complete concert line-up.
| UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S MARDI GRAS 2025 CONCERT LINEUP | |
| Date | Headliner |
| February 1 | T-Pain |
| February 8 | Joe Jonas |
| February 15 | Kool & The Gang |
| February 16 | Juanes |
| February 22 | Scotty McCreery |
| March 1 | Foster the People |
| March 8 | Illenium |
| March 15 | All Time Low |
| March 16 | Lawrence |
| March 21 | Coco Jones |
| March 22 | DJ Pauly D |
| March 29 | TLC |
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF MARDI GRAS
This year’s Mardi Gras will celebrate 30 years of beads, parades, music and food at Universal Studios Florida with six all-new floats inspired by some of the most famous Krewes in New Orleans. The new collection of floats will highlight food, beads and the bayou, and will join Universal’s traditional lineup of New Orleans-inspired signature floats – complete with energetic live music, dozens of performers and more.
SAVOR IN THE TASTE OF THE INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS OF CARNAVAL
Mardi Gras guests can savor in the all-new mouth-watering menu items inspired by international Carnaval cuisine from New Orleans to Puerto Rico and beyond. While venturing through Universal Studios Florida, guests can stop by kiosks full of sweet, savory and spicy dishes from around the globe – including Hot Maple Lacquered Salmon from Canada, Spicy Szechuan Chicken Bites from China, a Colombian Burger and so much more.
ELEVATE YOUR PARTY WITH THE MARDI GRAS FLOAT RIDE AND DINE EXPERIENCE
Guests can take the party to the next level with the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience – which provides them with an exclusive opportunity to be a part of the festivities by reserving a spot to toss colorful, sparkling beads from a Mardi Gras float during the event’s parade. In addition to a reserved spot on one of the dazzling floats, guests will also enjoy a three-course meal at one of eight participating restaurants across the destination. For more information, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/MardiGras.
LET THE GOOD TIMES CONTINUE AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HOTELS
Guests can complete their trip with a stay at one of Universal’s nine incredible hotels, where they can enjoy exclusive benefits including Early Park Admission and complimentary transportation to the theme parks. Universal Orlando hotels will offer exclusive Mardi Gras food and beverages this season, including Bourbon Street Beignets at The Kitchen in Hard Rock Hotel, Bayou Shrimp and Grits at Bar 17 in Universal Aventura Hotel, and New Orleans Chicken or Shrimp Po’ Boy at Beach Break Cafe in Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites.
EXCITING OFFERS TO PLAN THE MARDI GRAS CELEBRATIONS
Access to Universal Mardi Gras is included with admission to Universal Studios Florida, and guests can also take advantage of a variety of offers and packages:
- Florida residents can get two days free with the purchase of a 2-Park, 1-Day Park-to-Park ticket – allowing them three days of access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Florida residents and Annual and Seasonal Passholders can also book a stay at the all-new Universal Stella Nova Resort or Universal Terra Luna Resort for just $159 per night (click hereto learn more).
- U.S. and Canada residents can enjoy two free days of admission to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure with the purchase of the “Buy 2 Days, Get 2 Days” ticket offer– giving them four days to enjoy some of the most innovative and immersive theme park experiences. U.S. and Canada residents can also save 30% on a 4-night stay at the all-new Universal Stella Nova Resort or Universal Terra Luna Resort (click here to learn more).
- Become a Universal Orlando Annual Passholder and save up to $100 on the purchase of a Universal Annual Pass. Universal Annual and Seasonal Passholders also receive exclusive Mardi Gras perks, including an opportunity to ride a Mardi Gras float in the parade (reservations required), a complimentary Mardi Gras-themed button, access to a special viewing area to view the parade, food and beverage discounts up to 15% off, special merchandise and more (click here to learn more).
Access to Universal Mardi Gras is included with admission to Universal Studios Florida or with an Annual or Seasonal Pass (blockout dates apply). For more information about Universal Mardi Gras and additional offerings, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/MardiGras.
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Universal Orlando Resort is home to three, soon-to-be four, exhilarating theme parks that boast some of the most innovative and immersive experiences ever created – Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, and – opening on May 22, 2025 – Universal Epic Universe. Guests can also relish in exciting dining and entertainment at the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex and enjoy incredible accommodations and magnificent theming across eleven hotels that offer something for every style and budget: Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel (opening May 22, 2025), Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Loews Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Stella Nova Resort (opening January 21, 2025), Universal Terra Luna Resort (opening March 25, 2025), Universal Aventura Hotel, Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort, and Universal Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites & Dockside Inn and Suites.
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