Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Overview: Music, Food, And Fun
Mardi Gras Brings 14 Nights of Electrifying Live Concerts – Including Demi Lovato, Phillip Phillipsand Pitbull – a Dazzling Parade, Cajun Cuisine and Tons of Beads
Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras 2013 is coming up soon, and I couldn’t be more excited!!!
Last year I was lucky enough to spend almost two weeks in New Orleans for Mardi Gras, and Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras does not disappoint!
On select nights Feb. 9 through April 20, guests will let the good times roll as they experience an authentic, family-friendly version of the Mardi Gras bash at Universal Studios Florida. The event couples unparalleled theme park entertainment with a dazzling parade, authentic New Orleans musicians, mouth-watering Cajun cuisine, tons of glittering Mardi Gras beads and live concerts by high-profile artists.
Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can dance along with dozens of energetic street performers and collect beads by the handful as the Mardi Gras parade winds through Universal Studios.
This year’s parade celebrates “Colorful Cultures Around the World,” featuring all-new float additions inspired by the Mexican Day of the Dead, Chinese New Year and Elegance of India. The parade’s elaborate, hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.
But let’s get to the real reason you’re here…the Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert Lineup!!!
This year’s talent lineup features an incredible variety of music, ranging from Americana rock to soulful R&B to upbeat pop to Latin rhythms. Guests can return night after night to hear their favorite performers, including internationally-renowned rapper Pitbull – whose number-one single, “Give Me Everything,” was named “Top Radio Song” in the 2012 Billboard Music Awards; 2012 People’s Choice Award-winner Demi Lovato for “Favorite Pop Artist;” season 11 winner of “American Idol,” Phillip Phillips whose hit song, “Home,” was certified double-platinum; chart-topping country duo Montgomery Gentry, with top hits like “If You Ever Stop Loving Me” and “Back When I Knew It All;” teen heartthrob Austin Mahone; and alternative rock band Matchbox Twenty, whose latest studio album, “North,” debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Below you will find the current line-up of artists that will be performing during these 14 nights of Mardi Gras fun at the Universal Orlando Resort. While the Headliners are always a really good time, you should definitely head over the French Quarter area to check out these local New Orleans bands perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music!
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2013 MARDI GRAS TALENT LINE-UP |
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Mardi Gras Event Dates |
Headliners (performing in the Music Plaza) |
New Orleans Bands (performing in the French Quarter) |
| Saturday, February 9 | Lifehouse | John Lisi & Delta Funk! |
| Saturday, February 16 | Steve Miller Band | The Dirty Bourbon River Show |
| Sunday, February 17 | Boys Like Girls | The Dirty Bourbon River Show |
| Saturday, February 23 | Trey Songz | Colin Lake |
| Saturday, March 2 | Demi Lovato | Beth McKee |
| Saturday, March 9 | Montgomery Gentry | Gravy |
| Friday, March 15 | Sean Kingston | Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers |
| Saturday, March 16 | Matchbox Twenty | Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers |
| Friday, March 22 | Austin Mahone | The Soul Project NOLA |
| Saturday, March 23 | Phillip Phillips | The Soul Project NOLA |
| Saturday, March 30 | Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo | Big Al & the Heavyweights |
| Saturday, April 6 | TBD | Mississippi Rail Company |
| Saturday, April 13 | Pitbull | The Rockin’ Jake Band |
| Saturday, April 20 | TBD | Daddy Mack Blues Band |
The French Quarter Courtyard at Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras is one of my favorite places to spend time during the celebration! This area is one huge party, where you can enjoy the soulful sounds of amazing music, authentic Cajun cuisine, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and more, and partake in some adult beverages just for the Mardi Gras Celebration. We spent a lot of time in this area last year, and I can’t wait to go back again!!!
The excitement of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras is included with admission to Universal Studios, and we will definitely be posting more about Mardi Gras and attending a lot of these celebrations!
For more information about Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.
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