Several hit performers are scheduled to play at this year’s Mardi Gras in Universal Studios Florida, including Barenaked Ladies (pictured above) and Kelly Clarkson.
Running select nights from Feb. 7 through April 18, guests will enjoy a family-friendly version of the iconic “N’awlins” street party featuring a colorful parade, Cajun cuisine and live performances by some of the biggest names in music today.
Performers scheduled to appear this year:
• Feb. 7 – Olivia Newton-John
• Feb. 14 – Jessie J
• Feb. 15 – Barenaked Ladies
• Feb. 21 – Kelly Clarkson
• Feb. 28 – Heart
• March 7 – Trace Adkins
• March 13 – MKTO
• March 14 – Styx
• March 15 – American Authors
• March 20 – Becky G
• March 21 – Yandel
• March 22 – The B-52s
• March 28 – Phillip Phillips
• April 4 – The All-American Rejects
• April 11 – The Band Perry
• April 18 – Trey Songz
In addition to the top-name performers, New Orleans’ most popular bands will be performing authentic blues, zydeco and more. Here’s the lineup:
• Feb. 7 – Rockin’ Jake
• Feb. 14 – The Big Easy Playboys
• Feb. 15 – The Big Easy Playboys
• Feb. 21 – Grady Champion
• Feb. 28 – Cha Wa
• March 7 – Beth Mckee & The Sliders
• March 13 – Mississippi Rail Company
• March 14 – Mississippi Rail Company
• March 15 – Mississippi Rail Company
• March 20 – Soul Project
• March 21 – Soul Project
• March 22 – Soul Project
• March 28 – Naughty Professor
• April 4 – Daddy Mac Blues Band
• April 11 – Big Al and the Heavyweights
• April 18 – Gravy
All concerts and Mardi Gras activities are included with regular admission to Universal Orlando. More information can be found on the Mardi Gras Website.
Take a look at highlights from the 2014 Universal Mardi Gras event below:
See what it’s like to ride a float in the Mardi Gras parade as King & Queen:
