Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval takes place at Universal Studios Florida and runs from February 1st – March 30, 2025. This event is included with your Theme Park Ticket or Annual Pass (blockout dates apply). There are so many opportunities for fun here including LIVE music (on select nights), Delicious and unique food & beverage options, A beautiful and festive parade with beads galore, and Limited time merchandise.
Special Opportunities during Universal Mardi Gras:
- The Cowfish® Sushi Burger Bar
- NBC Sports Grill & Brew
- Finnegan’s Bar & Grill
- Lombard’s Seafood Grille
- Confisco Grille (2-Park ticket required)
- Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food (Dinner only)
- Bob Marley A Tribute to FreedomTM (Dinner only)
- Pat O’Brien’s® (Dinner only)
QUICK TIP! Pick up your Event Map! This is a really helpful tool where you can find all of your favorite dining spots and check out the parade route so you can pick the best spot to watch and grab beads. This map will show you where each part of the celebration is happening.
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Food & Beverage options
Bites of the Bayou
- Baked Cajun Mac & Cheese: $10.99 creamy spicy cavatappi pasta with andouille sausage, holy trinity and a cajun cream sauce, garnished with scallions
- Chicken & Sausage Gumbo $8.99 Stew of trinity, chicken, andouille, bacon over white rice
- Cajun Spiced Twisted Tater: $9.99 Cajun seasoned potato, Creole remoulade sauce, herbs
Canada
- Hot Maple Lacquered Salmon: $14.99 Griddled salmon fillet with a maple lacquer and an ancient grain mixed salad
- Margherita Poutine: $10.49 Fresh mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, basil cream and pub fries
- Ginger Snap: Fireball® Cinnamon Whisky, lime juice, ginger purée and maple syrup 20 oz. Souvenir Cup $16.50 Refill $13.50 12 oz. Single Serve $13.50
- Ginger Snap Mocktail: $9.00 Lime juice, ginger purée, cinnamon syrup and maple syrup
- Collective Arts Brewing® Life in the Clouds IPA: 20 oz. Souvenir Cup $16.00 Refill $12.75 20 oz. Single Serve $13.00
China
- Spicy Szechuan Chicken Bites: $11.99 crispy pieces of chicken with white rice, sesame seeds, Szechuan chili crunch
- Duck Xian Bing: $10.99 shredded duck dumpling with Hoisin scallion ginger butter
- Luck and Prosperity: $9.00 Hokkaido® Milk Tea powder, ginger puree, blood orange syrup, vanilla cream syrup and mango popping boba
- Heineken®: 20 oz. Souvenir Cup $15.25 20oz Refill $11.25 Single Serve $12.25
- Bud Light® $10.50 NÜTRL® $12.50 And Voodoo Brewing Co.® Lacto-Kooler $13.50
Coca Cola Square Market (This section of this event includes beverage options only
Columbia
France
Germany
French Quarter Sips
India
Italy
Mexico
Crispy cinnamon sugar loops with dulce de leche and chocolate sauce
Puerto Rico
Taste of the Quarter
Another Quick Tip: Staying at a Universal Orlando Resort hotel is the best way to experience Mardi Gras. A stay at one of Universal Orlando Resort’s spectacular hotels means exclusive theme park benefits, minutes from the theme parks, complimentary transportation, and more!
Live Concerts
LIVE concerts are held on select nights and feature the following artists:
