ORLANDO, Fla. — Guests at Universal Orlando can enjoy a live concert series during the return of its event, Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval from February 7 through April 4.
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Guests at Universal Orlando can enjoy a live concert series during the return of its event, Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval from February 7 through April 4
The concert series takes place on select nights and is included with regular park admission to Universal Studios Florida
This year’s concert lineup will feature 11 live performances by several popular artists, such as Bebe Rexha, Zedd, The All-American Rejects, and more
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The concert series takes place on select nights and is included with regular park admission to Universal Studios Florida, park officials said.
This year’s concert lineup will feature 11 live performances by some of the most popular names in music, including pop superstar Bebe Rexha, Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Zedd, and platinum-selling rock band The All-American Rejects.
See below for the complete list of performers:
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S MARDI GRAS 2026 CONCERT LINEUP
DATE
HEADLINER
February 7
Kaskade
February 14
Portugal. The Man
February 15
Ivy Queen
February 21
Joey Fatone & AJ McLean
February 28
RuPaul (DJ SET)
March 7
Shaggy
March 13
Tyler Hubbard
March 14
Bebe Rexha
March 15
Zedd
March 21
Barenaked Ladies
March 28
The All-American Rejects
Guests can take their Mardi Gras festivities to another level with the purchase of the Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience, an offering that includes a three-course meal and a reserved spot on a Mardi Gras parade float.
Guests can also purchase a Universal Orlando Resort Food and Beverage Card, allowing them to enjoy the flavors of Mardi Gras and enjoy more for less by paying $65 for a $75 card. Annual and seasonal passholders are eligible for special savings with the purchase of an exclusive $150 card for only $120, officials said. The Universal Orlando Resort Food and Beverage Card is available for purchase at Mardi Gras food & beverage locations throughout Universal Studios Florida and can be redeemed at any food and beverage location at all four Universal Orlando theme parks and Universal CityWalk.
Starting Jan. 15, guests who become passholders can enjoy three months free with the purchase of any 2-park annual or seasonal pass, officials said. Passholders will also receive special perks during Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval, including exclusive discounts on food and hotel stays, the opportunity to purchase an exclusive UOAP Mardi Gras menu item, access to a designated parade viewing area, and early access to the Mardi Gras Tribute Store and the Cursed Coconut Club, along with other exciting benefits. Blockout dates apply.
For more information about Universal Mardi Gras and Universal Orlando, visit its website.