Mardi Gras is a huge celebration at Universal Studios Orlando every year. Now, clearly, Mardi Gras didn’t originate at Universal.
It’s a French holiday that translates to ‘Fat Tuesday’…. like those big slushie drinks you get in Vegas.
It’s a huge event in New Orleans and brings a lot of culture and color to the city with music and good food.
And every year Universal Orlando has a big celebration to join in on the fun of Mardi Gras.
This post is all about the fun of Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Orlando.
Let’s jump right in!
Event Dates
Universal Mardi Gras 2024 will be in full swing from February 3rd to April 7th.
What is the Mardi Gras Celebration at Universal Studios Orlando?
The Mardi Gras celebration is an annual event held at the Universal Studios Florida park. It includes a food festival with menus from Brazil, Mexico, New Orleans, Thailand and more!
There’s also a full Mardi Gras parade where guests and passholders can join in the fun and ride on the festival floats.
There’s also a full event concert lineup with huge musical guests. It’s a giant celebration!
You can check out the full event dining menu here.
What time does Mardi Gras start at Universal Orlando?
To make the most of your visit, it’s important to know when the celebration kicks off each day.
The Mardi Gras festivities typically start in the afternoon, allowing you to enjoy both the daytime attractions and the lively nighttime events.
Be sure to check the official schedule for precise timing during your visit.
Is Universal Mardi Gras Every Day?
Universal Mardi Gras will be happening every day from February 3rd to April 7th. Be sure to check the daily schedules for parades and performances.
Who Will Be Performing at Universal Mardi Gras 2024?
I was shocked at the lineup for this year’s Mardi Gras celebration! DJ Khaled and Zedd! I’m also missing Elle King by a couple of days.
Hopefully next year we can plan it better to catch one of these great shows.
Walker Hayes
Saturday, February 3rd
The All-American Rejects
Saturday, February 10th
Elle King
Saturday, February 17th
KC and the Sunshine Band
Sunday, February 18th
Barenaked Ladies
Saturday, February 24th
DJ Khaled
Saturday, March 2nd
Ava Maz
Saturday, March 9th
Queen Latifah
Sunday, March 10th
Luis Fonsi
Saturday, March 16th
Zedd
Sunday, March 17th
Which Park is Universal Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras will take place at the Universal Studios Florida park.
Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience
This unique experience is open for guests to purchase in addition to their park ticket. On select nights, guests can purchase a pass that includes a 3-course meal from one of four dining locations and it secures their spot on one of the parade floats.
This is an awesome experiences and would be perfect for groups!
You can check out all of the details here.
Map of events and Parade Route
To navigate the excitement seamlessly, familiarize yourself with the event map. Check out the locations of parades, food stalls, and concert stages with the official Universal Mardi Gras 2024 event map.
Universal Mardi Gras FAQ’s
If you’re like me and always have a ton of questions, check out the ful FAQ page they have dedicated to the event.
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