UPDATE: Elle King has been replaced by Nessa Barrett for the February 17 performance. Let the good times roll! Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced the concert lineup for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2024. Take a look at the full concert lineup for Universal Studios Florida. Grab some beignets and enjoy the live … Read more
Though Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval lasts through April 16, the Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk Mardi Gras booths are now gone. Universal’s Islands of Adventure This was the first year there were Mardi Gras booths at Universal’s Islands of Adventure and CityWalk. Port of Entry in Universal’s Islands of Adventure was … Read more
Merchandise from Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023 at Universal Orlando Resort is now 30% off. The discount is available on “select” Mardi Gras merchandise. We found Mardi Gras merchandise still available at Universal Studios Store and Universal Legacy Store in CityWalk. The 30% discount applies to the bottle carriers. Freestyle Mardi Gras tumblers … Read more
Welcome to an extremely busy Fat Tuesday here at the Universal Orlando Resort. The crowds are here, and so are we, so let’s get going and see what’s happening around the parks today. As we approached Islands of Adventure, we could see the signs notifying guests that Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure will not be … Read more
Let the good times roll! Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is in full swing around the Universal Orlando Resort now through April 16, 2023. We’ve partied hard and have done it all to be able to bring you a full and complete guide to everything during Mardi Gras. Below, you’ll find everything from … Read more
Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval begins at Universal Orlando Resort this weekend and decorations have popped up throughout Universal Studios Florida. Structures for parade lighting are wrapped in a fabric patterned with diamonds and fleurs-de-lis in purple, green, gold, and pink. Boxes at the bottom feature sparkly fleurs-de-lis. These columns line the road next … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has announced more details about Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2023, including our first look at this year’s food items. Here’s the press release from Universal Orlando Resort. Keep scrolling for photos of some of the food that will be available. ORLANDO, Fla. (Feb. 1, 2023) – Universal Orlando Resort guests can … Read more
A façade has been erected around the entrance to the Red Coconut Club in Universal Orlando CityWalk, which will become the Cursed Coconut Club for 2023 Mardi Gras International Flavors of Carnaval. If you frequent Universal CityWalk, you have likely walked past the Red Coconut Club, one of the popular bars and eateries for guests. … Read more
We’re only days away from the official start of the 2023 Mardi Gras International Flavors of Carnaval and merchandise has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. We found this round of apparel, pins, and more at several Universal Orlando Resort stores, including the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk and All Hallow’s Eve Boutique in Universal’s Islands … Read more
More Mardi Gras food booths have popped up in Universal Studios Florida ahead of February 4, but it looks like Islands of Adventure might be offering a taste of Mardi Gras, too. We’ve spotted new details on the booths at Universal Studios Florida as well as 2 food booths over in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. … Read more
Universal is testing a new “token experience” for Universal’s Mardi Gras International Flavors of Carnaval 2023. The experience will be available for a select number of Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders. Here is how Universal describes the experience on the Discover Universal Blog: The Mardi Gras Test Experience is for a select number of UOAP … Read more
A tray perfect for carrying your Mardi Gras festival food around Universal Studios Florida is now available. Mardi Gras Tray – $10 The tray reads “Louder, Wilder, Spicier” and has the Mardi Gras logo. It features beads, coins, a Mardi Gras mask, and food. The tray has slightly raised sides and a cupholder. We found it … Read more
It’s time for the biggest party of the year at the Universal Orlando Resort, and along with the Mardi Gras parade and concerts, food booths are back offering everything from shrimp boils to bubble waffles. We’ve tried it all and have reviewed everything, so feast your eyes upon our ultimate foodie guide for Mardi Gras … Read more
If all the delicious food at Mardi Gras wasn’t enough, there is now some new candy available. We found these treats at the Tribute Store in Universal Studios Florida. 2022 Planet Mardi Gras Chocolate Candy Bars – $10 There is an assortment of chocolate bars. It comes in a set of three. There is a … Read more
Universal’s Endless Summer Dockside and Surfside Inn and Suites are celebrating Mardi Gras with an exclusive drink. The Endless Carnival can be found at the bars at either hotel, but we stopped into the Sunset Lounge at Dockside to give it a try. The Endless Carnival – $14 Castillo Silver Rum, Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, … Read more
Mardi Gras has officially begun at Universal Studios Florida today, and more new Mardi Gras merchandise has just rolled in. 2022 Planet Mardi Gras T-shirt – $35 This black tee has purple rings at the neckline and sleeves. The colorful graphic says “Planet Mardi Gras,” which is the 2022 theme for Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras … Read more