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Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval
Feb. 7–Apr. 4, 2026
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.
Three friends facing the stage as they watch a performance during Universal Mardi Gras.
Sing Your Heart Out
End the day on a high note with live performances on select nights at the Music Plaza Stage, featuring Baby Rexha on Mar. 14, Zedd on Mar. 15, The All-American Rejects on Mar. 28 and more.
A family wearing colorful Mardi Gras beads and enjoying food during Universal Mardi Gras.
Global Eats. No Passport Required.
Savor dishes like Vienna-Style Pork Schnitzel from Austria, Verlasso Salmon from Chile, Picanha from Brazil and beignets for days. And keep the party going with exclusive Mardi Gras merch.
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
  • Admission
    Included with your Theme Park Ticket or Annual Pass (blockout dates apply)
  • Event Dates
    Feb. 7–Apr. 4, 2026

Play Your Heart Out

It’s about time you had some fun at Mardi Gras. Grab beads, sing along to live concerts* and eat your way across the globe**.

*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.
  • Concerts
    Sing Your Heart Out
    Catch an incredible lineup of superstar performances on select nights, featuring pop, rock, country, R&B and more.
  • Food & Drink
    Dig Into Global Eats on the Streets
    Savor dishes like Vienna-Style Pork Schnitzel from Austria, Verlasso Salmon from Chile, Picanha from Brazil and beignets for days.
  • Merch
    Bring the Party Home
    Let the great times roll with exclusive Mardi Gras merch, including themed apparel, accessories, pins, drinkware and more.

February Performances

  • Kaskade
    Kaskade is a Grammy®-nominated musician whose signature sound has shaped electronic music worldwide and inspired generations of fans.
  • Portugal. The Man
    Grammy® winners Portugal. The Man will rock the Music Plaza Stage for the first time with their multiple hits, including “Feel it Still.”
  • Ivy Queen
    Ivy Queen is a Puerto Rican reggaetón pioneer known for fierce lyrics and empowering anthems.
  • Joey Fatone & AJ McLean
    Joey Fatone & AJ McLean bring the hits, the humor, and pure nostalgia for A Legendary Night fans won’t forget.
  • RuPaul (DJ Set)
    RuPaul is a 14-time Emmy winner and global icon with 18 albums, 50+ screen roles, a Tony Award, and many more accolades.

March Performances

  • Ziggy Marley
    Nine-time Grammy® winner Ziggy Marley is a musical pioneer, infusing reggae with funk, blues, rock and more with mindful songcraft.
  • Tyler Hubbard
    With 23 #1 singles on country radio, countless awards and sold-out tours, Tyler Hubbard is back on the road as a solo artist.
  • Bebe Rexha
    Grammy®-nominated Bebe Rexha is an unapologetic pop force with powerful vocals and songwriting that turns raw emotion into global anthems.
  • Zedd
    Grammy® winning DJ and producer Zedd is internationally known with multiple top ten Billboard hits and millions of listeners on Spotify.
  • Barenaked Ladies
    Over the course of 38 years, Barenaked Ladies has sold 15 million records & amassed hits such as "One Week," "Pinch Me," and many more.
  • The All-American Rejects
    Hailing from Oklahoma, The All-American Rejects are alternative rockers who blend power-pop majesty with punk attitude.

Mardi Gras Dining, Shopping and More

Discover amazing Mardi Gras-themed menu items throughout Universal Orlando Resort during this spectacular event. And don’t miss the Mardi Gras Tribute Store, a themed experience as well as a shop filled with everything you need to keep the celebration going.

Four festive Mardi Gras food items: powdered beignets, breaded pork, a colorful shake, and a red drink with powdered pastry.

Dig Into Global Eats on the Streets

Savor dishes like Vienna-Style Pork Schnitzel from Austria, Verlasso Salmon from Chile, Picanha from Brazil and beignets for days.

Food available for purchase.
A water taxi cruises along the lagoon in front of a panoramic view of the restaurants, shops and nightclubs of the Universal CityWalk entertainment complex.
Food & Beverage

Universal CityWalk

The Mardi Gras festivities extend to CityWalk with specially themed food and drink offerings in a number of venues. Be sure to check out The After Party and Fat Tuesday® at Pat O’Brien’s®. The Mardi Gras party has also taken over the Red Coconut Club and transformed it into the Cursed Coconut Club.

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