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Mardi Gras 2025 at Universal Orlando is an anticipated annual event marking 30 years of celebration . This year is anticipated to offer a rich mix of tradition and international elements at Universal Orlando.
This 2025 celebration is a milestone with new additions. There are new floats inspired by Louisiana's krewes along with international elements throughout the event showing all types of culture.
The events are running daily from February 1st through March 30th offering a great amount of time for all those who want to participate. Guests have an extended opportunity to plan an visit and make the best of what all is offered.
The daily parades feature multiple energetic performers, floats, music along with the addition of new floats. These floats draw inspiration from some popular New Orleans krewes and traditions and create a more culturally rich design to add to the long-term additions of previous parades.
A music concert series with performances from artists of various styles and genres also comes into play on select evenings. This lineup provides options for various individuals who have different tastes in music and genres to find a show they are interested in throughout this entire process of multiple weeks.
The event showcases global culinary elements. Guests have kiosks providing many dishes including savory, sweet and also spicy varieties. The choices include: “Hot Maple Lacquered Salmon from Canada, Spicy Szechuan Chicken Bites from China, and a Colombian Burger" to represent some of the cultural backgrounds. These cultural offerings add a unique layer to the series.
There are unique experiences available to make the Mardi Gras special which allow people to dive in for all areas. These add on components can enhance the experience and make each individual truly involved in this day.
An opportunity to ride on the Mardi Gras floats as a guest gives you the opportunity to throw beads while part of the parade. A 3 course meal is also given at one of eight partnering locations.
Many perks given to passholders for those that frequently go to the resort. With these perks passholders receive free rides one day of the parade, discounts for select locations, exclusive merchandise along with specialized menu options.
The event does not only take place in just the studios but the hotels have also added to their food and beverage to support the Mardi Gras theme. This also allows the celebrations to have even more locations to choose from. All options at the park work together to create the ultimate experience for those that visit.
The CityWalk has been made to have additions with its dining venues to help support this annual occasion with specialized events at Pat O’Briens and The Red Coconut Club. This addition also continues the event far beyond the park entrance.
Mardi Gras festivities run daily from February 1 through March 30 2025.
The cost is included with regular park admission but food add ons or ride experiences would come with a specific cost.
For those that are not passholders, a Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine experience. The food card offers additional savings for all as well and pass holders also get additional discounts.