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Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval begins this week

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ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resorts annual event, Universal Mardi Gras: UInternational Flavors of Carnaval, is scheduled to begin on Saturday, February 1.

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The fan-favorited celebration returns for its 30th straight year, which continues to bring world-renowned artists, international food, and a multi-float parade into the park from February 1 to March 30, 2025.

Below are examples of experiences you can expect at the event:

Concert lineup

Below is the artist lineup:

  • February 1 - T-Pain
  • February 8 - Joe Jonas
  • February 15 - Kool & the Gang
  • February 16 - Juanes
  • February 22 - Scotty McCreery
  • March 1 - Foster the People
  • March 8 - Illenium
  • March 15 - All Time Low
  • March 16 - Lawrence
  • March 21 - Coco Jones
  • March 22 - DJ Pauly D
  • March 29 - TLC

International cuisine

Attendees can expect to see a wide variety of culinary options and recipes from across the world. Some examples include recipes from New Orleans, China, and Puerto Rico.

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Mardi Gra Parade

This year’s parade features six all-new floats inspired by some of the most famous Krewes in New Orleans. The new collection of floats will highlight food, beads and the bayou, and will join Universal’s traditional lineup of New Orleans-inspired signature floats.

Click HERE to learn more about passes as well as other information regarding the event.

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