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Universal Orlando has officially revealed the full concert lineup for its 2026 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval celebration. Running from February 7 through April 4, 2026, the live performances will take place at the Music Plaza Stage in Universal Studios Florida, kicking off on select evenings after the park’s festive Mardi Gras parade.
The 2026 concert lineup includes a total of 12 performances, featuring:
- 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: Ziggy Marley
- March 13: Tyler Hubbard
- March 14: Bebe Rexha
- March 15: Zedd
- March 21: Barenaked Ladies
- March 28: The All-American Rejects
In addition to the concerts, guests can experience floats inspired by New Orleans celebrations and grab beads during the Mardi Gras Parade. The event also features exclusive menu offerings celebrating New Orleans classics and international cuisines—featuring flavors from Austria, Chile, and beyond.
Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras, including concert performances, is included with regular park admission.
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UPDATE (February 9, 2026): Universal Orlando changed its Mardi Gras concert lineup, replacing Shaggy with Ziggy Marley. This post has been updated to reflect this change.
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