Legendary Performers Join the Universal Mardi Gras Celebration This February

RuPaul, Joey Fatone, AJ McLean and More Headline Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Concerts This February

The beads are flying, the brass bands are blaring, and Universal Orlando is officially in full Carnaval mode. Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval is underway at Universal Orlando Resort, and February’s concert lineup is bringing some serious star power to the stage.

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This month alone, guests can catch Grammy Award winning rock band Portugal. The Man on February 14, followed by the Queen of Reggaeton Ivy Queen on February 15. Boy band nostalgia will hit full volume when Joey Fatone and AJ McLean take the stage together on February 21. And on February 28, Emmy Award winner and global icon RuPaul spins the decks with a high energy DJ set that is sure to turn the French Quarter Courtyard into a dance floor.

The party keeps rolling into March with nine-time Grammy winner Ziggy Marley on March 7, followed by Tyler Hubbard, Bebe Rexha, Zedd, Barenaked Ladies, and The All American Rejects later in the season.

Here is the full 2026 Mardi Gras concert lineup:
• 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

And remember, these concerts are included with regular theme park admission or a valid Annual Pass. Universal Mardi Gras runs daily through April 4 and features a spectacular parade inspired by New Orleans, high-energy street performers, and more than 40 global food and beverage offerings inspired by Carnaval celebrations from around the world.

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Passholders can sweeten the deal even more with exclusive perks including special food items, hotel discounts, and access to a designated parade viewing area. For a limited time, new Passholders can also score three months free with the purchase of a 2 Park Annual or Seasonal Pass, blockout dates apply.

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