Mardi Gras 2022

[RubyBug]

What is the park usually like on concert days? We will be there March 12-19th. I was prepared for it to be Spring Break crowded, but will it be basically the worst? Also, does Diagon Alley/Hogsmeade clear out a little during the concerts?

 

[atricks]

How long do the concerts usually last?

Usually an hour, however, longest I went to was 2 hours. It really depends on the artist. 1 hour to 90 minutes is typical.

 

[schumigirl]

With Jason Derulo, he says/sings his name at the start of every song he does. This way when listening to the radio, you know who is singing the song.

I`ve no chance of hearing him then as I tend to only listen to 80`s radio channels when I do have it on.......

One of my nieces apparently likes him.......lol.......

 

[ofcabbagesandkings]

Is the parade fun for kids? Looks more like a traditional Mardi Gras parade with no Universal IP or characters. Glad it’s G-rated at least! Are the food booths still around in April? I haven’t had a beignet since our night in Tiana’s Place on the Disney Wonder in 2019.

 

[LaDonna]

So i have seasonal passes and just so happen to be going feb20-26. So first 2 days I can not go to Universal How busy will IOA be???

 

[val1234]

Just curious what do they do in April? Our trip is end of April the 19-24th, I don’t see concert dates past March but will they still have the parades at least?

 

[SusanDK]

It's been years since I've been to one of the Mardi Gras concerts. The last one was Aretha Franklin about 10 years ago!

Back then, the concert area was really over-crowded and chaotic. Where is it located now? Any seating, or still all standing room? Any reserved areas for premier annual pass holders?

 

[RJstanis]

Saw the replacement for the Tasting Lanyards this year. Supposedly the discounted Food Gift Cards are for all Universal owned and operated restaurants and carts. I assume this doesn't apply to Toothsome, yes?

 

[LaDonna]

Saw the replacement for the Tasting Lanyards this year. Supposedly the discounted Food Gift Cards are for all Universal owned and operated restaurants and carts. I assume this doesn't apply to Toothsome, yes?

When I saw the fine print it listed Universal, IOA, and city walk restaurants….that’s a good? Toothsome and Hard Rock are they considered city walk?

 

[Band mom!]

Do they usually run the parade if there is a concert scheduled? I only have one day available and would rather go on a parade night.

 

[RJstanis]

Do they usually run the parade if there is a concert scheduled? I only have one day available and would rather go on a parade night.

I'm too lazy to find where it was posted on here but it's on the UO website too. Parades are everyday, including concert days, except I think 3 days in April. There's a schedule with all the parade dates and what time it will run for each particular day.

 

[keishashadow]

Do they usually run the parade if there is a concert scheduled? I only have one day available and would rather go on a parade night.

It’s been a few years for us, believe concert was immediately after the parade

 

[Band mom!]

I'm too lazy to find where it was posted on here but it's on the UO website too. Parades are everyday, including concert days, except I think 3 days in April. There's a schedule with all the parade dates and what time it will run for each particular day.

Thank you for the reply.

 

[Band mom!]

It’s been a few years for us, believe concert was immediately after the parade

Thanks for the reply. It's been 5 years since I was there and I couldn't remember.

 

[GinnyBear's_mom]

Getting so excited, can't wait to see all of the food reviews over the next few days!

 

[RJstanis]

I'm excited to eat it on Sunday-Tues

 

[plumsiren]

Has anyone seen a full menu (with locations) anywhere?

 

[NicoleLarson]

Has anyone seen a full menu (with locations) anywhere?

If you go to the UO app and click dining, all of the booths appear. Theres a drop down menu at the top where you can see all of the menus with prices.

 

[mamamelody2]

Anybody know about the souvenir cups? I know there is a basic 12 oz. one that seems to be $13, then $8 refills, but I read there's also a light-up one. Anyone know the price on that?

 

[patster734]

We’re looking forward to seeing Styx on the 20th.