Overview
- The festival runs Feb. 7–Apr. 4 at Universal Studios Florida and features 11 concerts included with park admission at the Music Plaza Stage.
- Headliners and dates include Kaskade (Feb. 7), Portugal. The Man (Feb. 14), Ivy Queen (Feb. 15), Joey Fatone & AJ McLean (Feb. 21), RuPaul DJ set (Feb. 28), Shaggy (Mar. 7), Tyler Hubbard (Mar. 13), Bebe Rexha (Mar. 14), Zedd (Mar. 15), Barenaked Ladies (Mar. 21) and The All-American Rejects (Mar. 28).
- A nightly parade returns with 12 hand-crafted floats celebrating New Orleans culture alongside street performers, live music and bead throwing.
- More than 40 dishes from 12 countries join New Orleans staples like beignets, with optional Food & Beverage cards offering $75 for $65 or an exclusive $150 for $120 for passholders.
- The paid Float Ride & Dine package pairs a three-course meal with a guaranteed float spot, with a reported starting price near $95 and a 15% passholder discount, plus seasonal perks and a refreshed Mardi Gras Tribute Store.