A Jonas brother, 'Jersey Shore’ alum, Grammy winners headline Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
It’s nearly time to let the good times roll at Universal Orlando Resort.
The Florida resort’s 30th Mardi Gras season begins next month, and Universal is revealing its concert lineup first to Paste BN.
This year’s headliners include Grammy Award winners spanning decades of music, like Coco Jones, T-Pain, TLC, and Juanes, who’s won four Grammys and 25 Latin Grammys. Other artists are as wide-ranging as Joe Jonas and “Jersey Shore” alum DJ Pauly D.
The concerts are just part of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras festivities.
Here’s what guests should know about Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval.
What are the dates for Universal Mardi Gras 2025?
This year’s Mardi Gras celebration will run Feb. 1 through March 30.
Each night, pending weather, guests catch a full-fledged Mardi Gras parade featuring bountiful beads, glittering performers and floats made by the same company that’s shaped Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, Kern Studios. Day and night, guests can sample Carnaval-inspired snacks and drinks at international food booths throughout the park.
What time is the Mardi Gras concert at Universal?
Concerts are scheduled to start at 8:30 p.m. on dates when they're offered. Times are subject to change. Guests are advised to check Universal Orlando's website and free app for the latest information.
What time is the Universal parade?
Parade times vary by date and are also subject to change. As with concert times, the latest details can be found on Universal Orlando's website and app.
5 p.m.
- Feb. 4
6 p.m.
- Feb. 2, 3, 5-7, 9-13, 18-21, 24–28
- March 3-7, 9, 12, 18
7 p.m.
- Feb. 14, 17, 23
- March 2, 10, 11, 13-14, 17, 19, 20, 23-28, 30
7:30 p.m. (Concert dates)
- Feb. 1, 8, 15, 16, 22
- March 1, 8, 15, 16, 21, 22, 29
Who is performing at Universal Mardi Gras 2025?
- Feb 1: T-Pain
- Feb. 8: Joe Jonas
- Feb. 15: Kool & The Gang
- Feb. 16: Juanes
- Feb. 22: Scotty McCreery
- March 1: Foster the People
- March 8: Illenium
- March 15: All Time Low
- March 16: Lawrence
- March 21: Coco Jones
- March 22: DJ Pauly D
- March 29: TLC
Are Universal Mardi Gras concerts free?
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras concerts are included with regular park admission to Universal Studios Florida. Concerts are held on the parks’ Music Plaza Stage, near Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
One-day, one-park tickets start at $154 for guests ages 10 and older on Mardi Gras concert dates. At other times of the year, they start at $119.
How to save money on Universal Studios tickets
Universal Orlando Resort is currently offering a “Buy 2 Days, Get 2 Days” deal for U.S. and Canada residents. Guests can either buy one-park-per-day or park-to-park tickets to take advantage of the promotion.
Florida residents are also eligible for two free days when they buy a one-day park-to-park ticket. Florida residents, annual passholders and seasonal passholders can also get a special $159 starting rate for the new Universal Stella Nova Resort or Universal Terra Luna Resort.
Offers do not include admission to Universal’s newest theme park, Universal Epic Universe, which will open May 22.
(This story has been updated with additional information.)