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Mardi Gras Weekends at Universal Orlando

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Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando - Photo courtesy of Universal Orlando. Photo courtesy of Universal Orlando.

It's an annual event: the Universal Studios Florida theme park -- one of two theme parks at Universal Orlando-- celebrates Mardi Gras with a 10-block parade, live music, and more. And this being a theme park, the holiday celebrations occur on an extended basis: from early-February to mid-April. 2012 dates are Saturdays "and select nights" from February 11 through April 14.

On these nights, you can expect:

  • a spectacular parade, with elaborate floats from, you guessed it, New Orleans
  • extravagant costumes, stilt-walkers, street performers
  • Cajun and Creole cuisine
  • live bands, including name acts from today and yesteryear
  • select rides and attractions will be open during the parade and concerts.
Cost is included in regular park admission to Universal Studios. Or check for "Mardi Gras After Five Ticket" tickets which may be offered for evening admission on Mardi Gras event nights.

Find out More about Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida:
Check the Mardi Gras page at the Universal Orlando site, for schedule and other details.

More about Universal Orlando:

Universal Studios Florida is just one of two theme parks at Universal Orlando, which also includes the Islands of Adventure theme park; three resorts (where guests get Front of the Line access to popular rides) ; and the CityWalk entertainment area. All are adjacent and withing walking distance of one another; or take a free water shuttle to the resorts.)

See: Islands of Adventure theme park (which has The Hulk coaster, Spiderman, Jurassic Park...)

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