NEW Gator Junior Shoulder Plush Available at Universal Orlando Resort

A hand holds a small green plush dragon with purple wings in a store, surrounded by more similar plush toys.

A festive Gator Junior shoulder plush has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort just in time for Mardi Gras. The Gator Junior shoulder plush is available for purchase at the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk, but it is possible that it’s also available elsewhere around the resort. Gator Junior Shoulder Plush – $25 This shoulder plush … Read more

The 7 Best AND Worst Food & Drinks at Universal Mardi Gras 2025

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

New Mardi Gras 2025 Annual Passholder Button Arrives at Universal Orlando Resort

A hand holds a purple and green badge with a cartoon alligator and beads, labeled "Mardi Gras 2025." The backdrop showcases colorful decorations and plants at Universal Orlando Resort, perfectly capturing the vibrant spirit of an Annual Passholder's exclusive celebration.

Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can get into the festive spirit with a new Passholder button for Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2025. Mardi Gras 2025 Passholder Button As we previously reported, Passholders at Universal Orlando Resort can take advantage of several exclusive benefits during the 2025 Mardi Gras celebrations. In addition to getting … Read more

BREAKING: T-Pain Concert at Universal Mardi Gras at Capacity

A large crowd gathered at an outdoor concert venue at night, featuring bright stage lights and a roller coaster in the background, as T-Pain brought his energy to the Universal Mardi Gras stage.

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

New Mardi Gras 2025 Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup Debuts at Universal Studios Florida

In an outdoor setting at Universal Studios Florida, a hand presents a colorful Mardi Gras 2025 celebration cup, reminiscent of a Coca-Cola Freestyle Cup, with blurred people and buildings in the background.

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

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the 2025 Mardi Gras Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida, with References to Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Expedition Everest, and More

A collage of four captivating images from Universal Studios Florida's Tribute Store showcase a myth-themed attraction: an entrance sign, a snow monster display, a store featuring a Bigfoot statue, and an indoor swamp scene complete with a giant crocodile head.

Step on over to the 2025 Mardi Gras Tribute Store in the former Williams of Hollywood at Universal Studios Florida. The Tribute Store is a staple of seasonal events at Universal, and the latest edition opens on Saturday, February 1. Annual Passholders got a special preview of the store on Thursday, January 30. Entrance A … Read more

PHOTOS: Universal Mardi Gras 2025 Decor Goes Up at Universal Studios Florida

Sign for Mardi Gras 30th Celebration with vibrant decorations, musical instruments, and a person holding beads. This bright, colorful design is set against a backdrop of buildings and palm trees at Universal Studios Florida.

Decor for the 30th annual Universal Mardi Gras celebration has started to appear in Universal Studios Florida. Universal Mardi Gras 2025 Decor The decorations for the annual Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Studios Florida have arrived in anticipation of the start of Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval on February 1. Signage highlights that … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras 2025 Merchandise Now Available Online

A woman wearing a patterned shirt with a vibrant Mardi Gras 2025 design stands next to a colorful, shuttered wall at the Universal Orlando Resort. The words "Mardi Gras 2025 Universal Studios" appear beside her, celebrating the festive spirit with exclusive merchandise.

Universal Mardi Gras 2025 is about to be in full swing at Universal Orlando Resort beginning February 1, 2025, and event merchandise is already available online at the official Universal shop website. Universal Mardi Gras 2025 Merchandise The merchandise features festive designs including King Gator, Gator Junior, Baron Tonton, and more. Mardi Gras 2025 King … Read more