Universal Orlando Mardi Gras 2026 - Float Riding, Food, and Fun!

Name: Universal Orlando Mardi Gras 2026 - Float Riding, Food, and Fun!
Uploaded: 2026-02-13T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 19 min 7 s
Channel: Katie and Spencer
Description: Mardi Gras is our favorite time of year at Universal Orlando Resort, and 2026 is definitely not a year to miss! The food was flavorful and hot, the entertainment was great (Prince Gator?!?), and the parade was incredible! We were so lucky to be the first guests to ride on the NOLA float this year, and bead throwing is one of the top benefits of our UOAP!

Katie and Spencer

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👁️ 788 views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 19:07

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We were so lucky to be the first guests to ride on the NOLA float this year

The food was flavorful and hot, the entertainment was great (Prince Gator?!?), and the parade was incredible!

We are super excited about that. On the weekends, they do Marty Gro concert.

We had good food, good fun, good shopping. I mean, what more could you ask for?

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Eat early to avoid long lines at food booths.

✓Check online for annual pass magnet locations to avoid going to the wrong place.

✓Get to the float riding check-in early to ensure a spot, especially if floats are not operating at full capacity.

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Getting on a float as a passholder — Make reservations early and arrive at check-in well before the parade to increase chances.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like riding on a Mardi Gras float at Universal Orlando?

QWhat food options are available during the event?

QHow can annual passholders get float rider spots?

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Mardi Gras is our favorite time of year at Universal Orlando Resort, and 2026 is definitely not a year to miss! The food was flavorful and hot, the entertainment was great (Prince Gator?!?), and the parade was incredible! We were so lucky to be the first guests to ride on the NOLA float this year, and bead throwing is one of the top benefits of our UOAP!