Universal Stella Nova Resort - Opening Jan. 21, 2025 Universal Terra Luna Resort - Opening Mar. 25, 2025 Enjoy multiple days of Mardi Gras fun and be among the first to experience Universal's stunning new hotels. Book by: Apr. 9, 2025 Travel: Jan. 21–Apr. 10, 2025 (Sunday–Thursday) Passholders Save 15% on the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience when purchased via Guest Services, Pass Sales, Destination Universal Desks, at the Front Gate or by calling the phone number listed below. Purchase must be made 24 hours prior to event date. To Reserve, Call 407-224-7554 Join us daily from Feb 3 - Mar 30 for Mardi Gras 2025 at Universal Orlando Resort. Enjoy a parade and live concerts on select nights, beads, incredible food available for purchase and more. Enjoy the Universal Mardi Gras Parade from a Passholder-only viewing area in front of Mel’s Drive-In on select dates. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Enjoy As a passholder, Universal gives some great perks for the Mardi Gras event. This year, the perks include: Passholders Save 15% on the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience. The Annual Passholders Special viewing area for the Mardi Gras Parade near Mel’s Drive-In. Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida will be held on select nights starting February 1, with festivities concluding on March 30, 2025. The event is included with your theme park ticket or annual pass (though passholder blockout dates apply). Passholders can enjoy more delicious flavors of Mardi Gras with a special Food and Beverage Card deal. For just $120, you’ll receive a card valued at $150—perfect for trying over 50 menu items. Universal Orlando Reveals Passholder Benefits for Mardi Gras 2025 Including Exclusive Button & Early Access to Mardi Gras Tribute Store. Universal Mardi Gras Passholder Perks Ride a Mardi Gras Parade Float for Free. Starting things off, Passholders will be able to ride a Mardi Gras Parade float for free for one day during the event Pay $120 for a $150 Universal Orlando Resort Food and Beverage Card; No limit on the quantity for purchase; No expiration date; In addition, Premier and Preferred Passholders receive their 15% and 10% food and beverage discounts (excluding alcohol) at all Universal Orlando-owned and operated restaurants, carts and Mardi Gras kiosks. Great savings! Experience the vibrant Mardi Gras parade at Universal Orlando Resort with colorful floats, lively music, and exciting entertainment. Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, returning to Universal Studios Florida starting February 1 through March 30, 2025! The fan-favorite event offers fun for the entire family and features a nightly spectacular parade with colorful floats, hundreds of street performers and tons of beads; mouth-watering cuisine inspired by New Orleans favorites and international flavors; and – on 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 Passholders can save 15% on the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience when purchased 24 hours before the event date via Guest Services, Pass Sales, Destination Universal Desks, at the Front The Mardi Gras festivities extend to CityWalk with specially-themed food and drink offerings in a number of venues. Be sure to check out The After Party and Fat Tuesday at Pat O’Brien’s. Since 1995, Universal Orlando Resort has been bringing the fun and flavors of the Big Easy’s Mardi Gras celebration to the streets of Universal Studios Florida.For select nights from February to April, you can catch an outrageous and colorful parade (my favorite part of the event), enjoy live entertainment and concerts, indulge in food and drinks from around the world, and catch a whole lot A Mardi Gras overlay has returned to the CityWalk venue, transforming the Red Coconut Club into the Cursed Coconut Club for the season. 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Universal’s Mardi Gras celebration, and the Cursed Coconut Club includes homages to previous Mardi Gras events. Universal Orlando's fourth amazing theme park opens May 22, 2025. Passholders now have the special opportunity to purchase single-day admission* to Universal Epic Universe before single-day tickets go on sale to the general public. Link your Pass to the wallet in your Universal Account Wallet for the easiest way to purchase. Additional ticket Annual Passholder / Mardi Gras / Univeral Studios Florida / Universal Orlando 0 by Kristin Sabol · Published January 10, 2025 · Updated January 10, 2025 Universal Orlando Resort has released details about their Mardi Gras 2025 celebration! Let’s take a look at what we can expect with new parade floats, food, concerts and entertainment!
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