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Food, Floats & Fun at Universal Mardi Gras

It's unforgettable springtime fun for everyone. Enjoy a spectacular parade on select nights, outrageous street performers, vibrant music, colorful costumes and countless beads flying through the air. You can savor mouthwatering food including authentic Cajun specialties and flavors from around the world available for purchase. Best of all, the Mardi Gras festivities are included with your theme park admission or Annual Pass. Seasonal Passholders can also experience the event.

Daytime and Nighttime Fun at Universal Studios Florida

  • Float riders smile and wave as they ride on a parade float at Universal's Mardi Gras: International  Flavors of Carnaval.
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    It’s a Bead-Catching Float-Watching Parade Party

    Enjoy fantastic floats inspired by New Orleans celebrations.
  • Three friends laugh together as they share a plate of chilaquiles at Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval.
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    Dig into Global Eats on the Streets

    Go beyond the Bayou and free your inner foodie with sweet, savory, and spicy dishes from around the globe.

    *Food available for purchase. Subject to Availability.
  • A live nighttime concert at Music Plaza Stage in Universal Studios Florida.
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    Mardi On with Live Music on Select Nights

    Join the Mardi Gras party featuring live music on select nights.
A stilt walker waves her arms in cheer as the audience watches the Mardi Gras parade go past.
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6 Reasons Why Spring is the Best Time to Visit Universal Orlando

From the perfect break from the hustle and bustle of winter and summer to Universal Mardi Gras, discover all the reasons why spring is the perfect time to visit Universal Orlando Resort.
A look at a float being decorated for the Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval at Universal Orlando Resort.
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Behind-the-Beads | How Mardi Gras Parade Floats Are Brought to Life at Universal Orlando Resort

Each year, before the Mardi Gras confetti flies, the Universal Orlando Art and Design Team dives into crafting the next parade extravaganza, turning blank-float skeletons into vibrant moving masterpieces for the Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval.

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