Guests can Ride on Parade Floats at Universal Orlando Resort
Now you can reserve a spot on one of Universal Orlando’s spectacular Mardi Gras parade floats.
Mardi Gras Float Ride and Dine Experience
Now you can reserve a spot on one of Universal Orlando’s spectacular Mardi Gras parade floats. Also, enjoy a 3-course meal selecting from the full menu at one of four participating restaurants at Universal Orlando Resort. This is a unique chance to guarantee a spot in the parade!
Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Dining Package
Access to one (1) Mardi Gras parade float rider reservation on the same day as prix fixe meal. Guests will receive Mardi Gras Float Rider credentials at the restaurant after their meal. The credential will specify the parade check-in information, including location and time.
One (1) 3-course meal at a select full-service restaurant located at Universal Studios Florida or Universal CityWalk. 3-course meal includes one (1) appetizer, one (1) entrée, one (1) dessert, and one (1) non-alcoholic beverage per person from the full menu.
Prices, dates, times, experience details, and benefits are subject to availability, change, and/or cancellation without notice.
Mardi Gras Parade Float Riders must be 18+ or accompanied by their legal guardian age 18 or older. All riders must be at least 48” in height able to board the floats and must be able to stand for the duration of the parade.
Price does not include admission to the Universal Studios Florida theme park. Separate theme park admission is required and must be for the same date as the parade and 3-course meal.
Mardi Gras Dining Packages start at around $90 per person.
Mardi Gras Dining Package Dates
Feb. 4–Mar. 30; Apr.1–16
No Parade on Mar. 31
Dinner Information
Participating full-service restaurants:
Universal Studios Florida
Finnegan's Bar & Grill
Lombard's Seafood Grill
Universal CityWalk
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
NBC Sports Grill & Brew
Reservation times will vary:
3:00 pm Dining Reservation on days with a 6:15 pm Mardi Gras parade start time
4:30 pm Dining Reservation on days with 7:45 pm Mardi Gras parade start time
*Prices, dates, times, experience details, and benefits subject to availability, change and/or cancellation without notice. **Mardi Gras Parade Float Riders must be 18+ or accompanied by their legal guardian age 18 or older. All riders must be at least 48" in height and able to board the floats and must be able to stand for the duration of the parade. ^Price does not include admission to Universal Studios Florida theme park. Separate theme park admission required and for the same date as the parade and prix fixe meal. Gratuity not included.
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