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Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

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Take a break and embrace your playful side at Mardi Gras. Catch beads, sing out at live concerts* and taste the world**.

*Select nights. **Food available for purchase.

Guests throw beads from atop a parade float at Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval while a performer dressed like a queen shouts to the crowd.

Floats Straight From the Bayou

Enjoy fantastic floats including some inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions, featuring masks, beads, food and more.

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Sing Your Heart Out

End the day on a high note with live performances on select nights at the Music Plaza Stage.

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Global Eats. No Passport Required.

Food and merch available for purchase. Must be 21 or older with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages.

EVENT

Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

Location

Universal Studios Florida

Hours

All Park Hours

Admission
Included with your Theme Park Ticket or Annual Pass (blockout dates apply)
Event Dates
Select Dates in Springs
Policies and Restrictions
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Play Your Heart Out

It’s about time you had some Mardi Gras fun. Grab beads, sing along to live concerts*, eat your way across the globe**, and make the most of all the festivities with a stay at one of our Universal Orlando hotels.

*Select nights. **Food available for purchase.

Parade
Fantastic Floats on Parade
Catch spectacular floats, including colorful ones inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions like masks, beads, food, music.
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Concerts
Sing Your Heart Out
Catch an incredible lineup of superstar performances on select nights, featuring pop, rock, country, R&B and more.
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Food & Drink
Dig Into Global Eats on the Streets
Savor sweet, savory and spicy dishes from around the globe
Merch
Bring the Party Home
Let the great times roll with exclusive Mardi Gras merch, including themed apparel, accessories, pins, drinkware and more.

Join the Party at Universal Studios Florida

Catch the fun with beats and beads when you secure your spot in the parade with the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience. Or explore other packages including hotel and ticket offers that'll make your visit even more exhilarating.

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Guests throw beads to the crowd from atop a parade float at Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnival.

Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience^†

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Take your celebration up a notch with our Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience†, an unforgettable night of food and bead tossing fun.  Separate, same day theme park admission required.^ Float spots are limited. Purchase must be made 24 hours prior to event date. Restrictions apply.

Enjoy a Spot on a Spectacular Mardi Gras Parade Float**

All riders must be:

At least 48” in height and able to board the float and stand for the duration of the parade
18 or older (or accompanied by their legal guardian)
Able to transfer to a Universal‐provided wheelchair

Dine on a 3-Course Meal (at a choice of participating Universal Orlando restaurants)

See Terms and Conditions for full list of participating restaurants and menus.

^{^}Pricing varies by date, subject to availability. Age and height restrictions apply. Separate theme park admission required for same date of experience.

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Play at Mardi Gras and Stay at a Universal Hotel

Celebrate Mardi Gras^† at Universal Orlando. Catch beads, sing out at live concerts* and taste the world**. Maximize the fun with a stay at one of our spectacular hotels where during Mardi Gras you can enjoy:

Early Park Admission¹

Get a head start to your day as you breeze into one of our theme parks up to an hour early (valid theme park admission required; select attractions)

Special Mardi Gras Menu Items

Sample international cuisine from every corner of the globe (available for purchase)³

Complimentary Transportation

Hop aboard one of our complimentary shuttle buses or water taxis² from select hotels and get to the fun fast.

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