If you are anything like us, then you love celebrating Mardi Gras. Who could pass up gumbo, jambalaya, king cake, beignets, and some tasty libations? We love to make a themed meal on Fat Tuesday and we have frequently used recipes from the Blue Bayou restaurant in Disnelyand® and we always make beignets using the recipe from Port Orleans French Quarter at Walt Disney World® Resort. We always top the night of watching The Princess and the Frog. If you are looking for a little Mardi Gras getaway, take a look at all the fun festivities happening at Universal® Orlando from February 9th to April 4th.
Parade
There is nothing like Mardi Gras without a parade. Experience street performers, colorful floats, and plenty of beads and confetti during this nightly celebration.
Parade starts at 5:15 pm on the following dates:
February 21
March 4
Parade starts at 6:15 pm on the following dates:
February 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28
March 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8
Parade starts at 7:30 pm on the following dates:
March 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29
April 1, 2, 3, 4
Parade starts at 7:45 pm on the following dates:
February 9, 16, 17, 23
March 2, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
If you are traveling with children, there is a special viewing area in front of Brown Derby Hat shop. You can get to this area 1 hour prior to the parade start time.
Bayou Boil – On select nights enjoy a buffet with all the Louisiana specialties and also get a great reserved spot for the parade.
- Available:
February. 16, 17, 23
March 2, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31
Mardi Gras Parade, Desserts and Cinematic Viewing Experience – Get a reserved spot for both the parade and Cinematic Celebration and enjoy some desserts and drinks.
- Available :
March 13, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20 ,21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29
April 1, 2, 3, 4
COncert Series
Music is such an integral part of a Mardi Gras celebration. Take a look at this year’s awesome lineup
- Saturday, February 9: Bush
- Saturday, February 16: Gavin DeGraw
- Sunday, February 17: Dan + Shay
- Saturday, February 23: Macklemore
- Saturday, March 2: Sabrina Carpenter
- Saturday, March 9: Becky G.
- Sunday, March 10: Sean Paul
- Saturday, March 16: Steve Miller Band
- Sunday, March 17: Ziggy Marley
- Saturday, March 23: NF
- Sunday, March 24: Pitbull
- Saturday, March 30: Bazzi
- Sunday, March 31: Prince Royce
Make sure to check out the French Quarter Courtyard open daily at 4 pm. The New York area gets transformed to feature food, drinks, and music that will make you feel like you are actually in the Big Easy.
There will also be authentic bands from Louisiana.
- February 9–17: Dirty Bourbon River Show
- February 18–27: Naughty Professor Brass Band
- February 28–March 18: Free Agents Brass Band featuring Honey Bannister
- March 19–April 4: New Breed Brass Band
If you would like to visit Universal® Orlando to take part in the Mardi Gras celebration, let us know and we can provide you with an obligation free quote. We would love to hear how you are celebrating Mardi Gras so make sure to comment below! Make sure to check on our Instagram page on Fat Tuesday to check out all of yummy food and drinks we will be enjoying to celebrate!
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