This spring, guests can experience all the spirit and excitement of The Big Easy at Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras 2013 – a family-friendly version of the famous New Orleans street party that features an authentic celebration throughout Universal Studios Florida. On select nights February 9 through April 20, 2013, Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras celebration offers unparalleled theme park entertainment coupled with an elaborate Mardi Gras parade, a sea of colorfully costumed performers, authentic New Orleans musicians, delicious Cajun cuisine and live concerts by some of today’s most popular artists.