Our reporters tried every item available at Universal Studios Florida for Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2025. With almost 50 items to choose from in our full food review, we decided to compile a list of the seven best items to try and the seven worst items to avoid. 7 Best Snacks and … Read more
Universal Orlando guests can sign up to ride a Mardi Gras parade float and throw beads on the day of their trip with a virtual queue. Joining the Mardi Gras Parade Float Ride Queue Guests can join the virtual queue via the Universal Orlando Resort app on the day of their visit. Make sure you … Read more
Let the good floats roll. It’s time for the 2025 Universal Mardi Gras parade! The parade is performed nightly at Universal Studios Florida for the duration of the Carnaval celebration. Guests can view it from the ground or participate as a bead thrower by signing up for the float ride experience. Pre-Parade Meet and Greets … Read more
Universal Orlando is informing guests that this evening’s T-Pain concert, the first of Mardi Gras 2025, is at capacity. We received the above notification simply stating “T-Pain Concert at Capacity.” We received the notification almost 20 minutes before the concert started at 8:30 p.m. Concerts are at the Music Plaza Stage, next to Despicable Me … Read more
Aligning with the start of Mardi Gras celebrations in Universal Studios Florida, the park has debuted a new Coca-Cola Freestyle cup full of festive spirit. Mardi Gras Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup – $18.99 The new cup features the main logo for the event. Gold letters say “Mardi Gras 30th Celebration,” referencing 2025 being the 30th anniversary … Read more
A guest dressed like the Once-ler from the animated film “The Lorax” crashed the Universal Studios Florida Mardi Gras parade on St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 17. Guest Tries to Join Mardi Gras Parade TikTok user @dadgotparks shared a video of the incident. The guest is in a green tuxedo, white boots, and a green top … Read more
The Monster Makeover experience at Universal Studios Florida now offers Mardi Gras options, perfect for a parade float ride. The limited-time experience opened in early February and is located in 5 & 10. Mardi Gras Monster Makeover The Mardi Gras-inspired makeup options are in the back of the display book as options 42 through 49. … Read more
Let the good times roll! The Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is one of the highlights of the year at Universal Orlando Resort. Food, concerts, and plenty of beads can be found throughout the day and into the night at Universal Studios Florida, so to help you make the most of it, we’ve … Read more
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is in full swing at Universal Orlando Resort. Guests can enjoy special limited-time food items at themed booths throughout Universal Studios Florida. Without further ado, here are our reviews for every item on the menu for Mardi Gras. Belgium Food: Beverages: *NEW* Sweet & Savory Gouda & Onion Waffle … Read more
Even Universal Orlando cannot stay away from the hype of Stanley tumblers, as the resort has launched its own take with the new Mardi Gras tumbler. We found it in the Universal Studios Store at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Mardi Gras Tumbler – $40 The tumbler is matte black, with the same shape as a … Read more
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2024 is here at Universal Studios Florida from February 3 – April 7, 2024, and brings unique food offerings from around the globe. We tried every new item this year and compiled the reviews below. Please note that the new souvenir cups were not available at the start of … Read more
Let the good times roll! Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval has begun at Universal Studios Florida. Each night through April 7, guests can enjoy a Mardi Gras parade. This year’s event and the parade have an Elements theme. Parade times vary between 5:15 p.m. and 7:45 p.m., depending on when the park closes that … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders can pick up a new complimentary Mardi Gras magnet available while supplies last during the 2024 festival. Mardi Gras Magnet The circular magnet reads “Universal Orlando Passholder” against a purple background with a pink border. The “UOAP” art in the center features a bowl of noodles for the U, a … Read more
The 2024 Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval kicks off this Saturday, February 3, and ahead of the good times rolling, the event merchandise has appeared at Universal Orlando Resort. Universal Mardi Gras 2024 Merchandise We found everything in both this year’s Mardi Gras Tribute Store and Universal CityWalk, both at a merchandise kiosk … Read more
The 2024 Mardi Gras Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida opened on Thursday for Annual Passholder previews. We now bring you a full tour of the river cruise-themed store, which is located in the Hollywood section of Universal Studios Florida. Mardi Gras Tribute Store Facade The facade of the Mardi Gras Tribute Store resembles a … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has shared the 2024 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval menu items that will be available at their resort hotels. 2024 Mardi Gras Hotel Menus Loews Portofino Bay Hotel The Thirsty Fish• BoulevardierMaker’s Mark Bourbon, Campri, sweet vermouth. Splendido Bar & Grill• Mojito Lampone — Italian for raspberryTito’s Handmade Vodka, Chambord, simple syrup, raspberry, mint. Hard … Read more