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Florida's Biggest Party: Mardi Gras!
30 May
Summary
- Universal Studios Florida hosts its annual Mardi Gras event from February to April.
- Guests can ride authentic New Orleans-inspired floats for a unique parade experience.
- The event features diverse global cuisine, live concerts, and vibrant parades.
Universal Studios Florida is currently hosting its spectacular annual Mardi Gras event, celebrated from February through April. This vibrant festival transforms the park into a lively carnival atmosphere, adorned in the traditional gold, purple, and green.
Central to the celebration is the nightly Mardi Gras parade, featuring authentic New Orleans-inspired floats designed by Kern Studios, the same company behind many iconic Mardi Gras parades. Guests have the unique opportunity to ride on these floats, tossing beads to enthusiastic crowds below. This immersive experience can be secured through a virtual line or a guaranteed 'Float Ride and Dine Experience' package.
The event also offers a rich culinary journey with 13 themed food and drink booths showcasing global flavors, from Jamaican jerk chicken to Brazilian steaks. For those seeking more entertainment, live concerts by popular artists are included with park admission, with past performers including Bebe Rexha and Zedd.
Planning a visit is accessible, with 14-day unlimited park-to-park admission tickets available from £430 per person for June arrivals. Travel options include flights with Norse Atlantic Airways starting from £196 one-way.
