Concert Lineup Announced For 2023 Universal Orlando Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

The beads are back, the parade is back, and yes, Universal Orlando have just announced some of this year's line up for the big name concerts, including Sean Paul!

Universal Orlando Resort is gearing up to host Florida’s biggest theme park bash, and this year is going to be the the loudest, wildest blowout yet.

Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval will run from from February 4, 2023, through April 16, 2023.

The parkwide celebrations will transform Universal Studios Florida into Florida’s biggest party, complete with the return of the parade, the beads, the tribute store, the food, and the big name concerts.

The concerts are always a highlight of Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras celebrations, taking place on select nights at the Music Plaza stage - an outdoor venue inspired by the iconic Hollywood Bowl, all set against the backdrop of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster.

This years highly anticipated initial concert line up has just been revealed, and Universal Orlando have announced a star studded lineup of artists, with an electric mix of music genres, with something for everyone.

Mardi Gras 2023 Concert Lineup (so far...)

Here is this years concert line up so far for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

Saturday 4 February

Patti LaBelle

Through timeless songs that have helped cement her place as a music icon, Patti LaBelle's soulful voice is known all over the world.

Friday 10 February

JVKE

Singer, songwriter and producer JVKE has amassed over 700 million streams and over 35 billion views of his music across social media.

SATURDAY 11 February

Goo Goo Dolls

With numerous platinum and gold singles combined, the Goo Goo Dolls have had more than a dozen Top 10 radio hits.

SATURDAY 18 February

Maren Morris

Maren Morris is one of the leading voices in music today, armed with incredible vocal stylings, honest lyrics and an undeniable presence.

Sunday 19 February

WILLOW

WILLOW’s album Coping Mechanism was hailed by The New York Times and Rolling Stone as one of the best of 2022 and lead to two spots on SNL.

SATURDAY 25 February

3 Doors Down

3 Doors Down's debut The Better Life became certified seven-times RIAA platinum and was fuelled by the success of juggernaut hit "Kryptonite."

SATURDAY 4 March

Sean Paul

One of dancehall's most prolific artists, Sean Paul has been nominated for nine GRAMMYs, his latest in 2022 for Best Reggae Album.

SUNDAY 5 March

Lauren Daigle

Two-time GRAMMY Award winner and New Orleans native Lauren Daigle brings her Cajun flair to Mardi Gras. Her moving vocals and lyrics have connected with audiences worldwide.