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    Universal’s Mardi Gras 2013 Lineup Announced!

    January 7, 2013 Events By Brian Glenn
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    Universal Orlando Resort’s Mardi Gras 2013 is combining a stellar lineup of high-energy performances featuring some of the most sought-after names in music with the exciting spirit of the famed “N’awlins” celebration.

    On select nights Feb. 9 through April 20, guests will let the good times roll as they experience an authentic, family-friendly version of the Mardi Gras bash at Universal Studios Florida. The event couples unparalleled theme park entertainment with a dazzling parade, authentic New Orleans musicians, mouth-watering Cajun cuisine, tons of glittering Mardi Gras beads and live concerts by high-profile artists.

    This year’s talent lineup features an incredible variety of music, ranging from Americana rock to soulful R&B to upbeat pop to Latin rhythms. Guests can return night after night to hear their favorite performers, including internationally-renowned rapper Pitbull – whose number-one single, “Give Me Everything,” was named “Top Radio Song” in the 2012 Billboard Music Awards; 2012 People’s Choice Award-winner Demi Lovato for “Favorite Pop Artist;” season 11 winner of “American Idol,” Phillip Phillips whose hit song, “Home,” was certified double-platinum; chart-topping country duo Montgomery Gentry, with top hits like “If You Ever Stop Loving Me” and “Back When I Knew It All;” teen heartthrob Austin Mahone; and alternative rock band Matchbox Twenty, whose latest studio album, “North,” debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. For the complete line-up, see below.

    Before enjoying the live concerts, guests can dance along with dozens of energetic street performers and collect beads by the handful as the Mardi Gras parade winds through Universal Studios.  This year’s parade celebrates “Colorful Cultures Around the World,” featuring all-new float additions inspired by the Mexican Day of the Dead, Chinese New Year and Elegance of India. The parade’s elaborate, hand-crafted floats are built by Blaine Kern Artists – the same company that designs floats for the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans.

    The celebration continues at Universal Orlando’s very own French Quarter Courtyard. Partygoers can enjoy the soulful sounds of authentic New Orleans bands that travel straight from The Big Easy to perform Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music. And the irresistible smells of authentic Cajun cuisine will fill the French Quarter as guests taste an array of delicious New Orleans fare, including jambalaya, gumbo, beignets and more.

    The excitement of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras is included with admission to Universal Studios. For more information, visit www.universalorlando.com/mardigras.

    2013 MARDI GRAS TALENT LINE-UP

    Mardi Gras Event Dates

    Headliners

    (performing in the Music Plaza)

    New Orleans Bands

    (performing in the French Quarter)

    Saturday, February 9 Lifehouse John Lisi & Delta Funk!
    Saturday, February 16 Steve Miller Band The Dirty Bourbon River Show
    Sunday, February 17 Boys Like Girls The Dirty Bourbon River Show
    Saturday, February 23 Trey Songz Colin Lake
    Saturday, March 2 Demi Lovato Beth McKee
    Saturday, March 9 Montgomery Gentry Gravy
    Friday, March 15 Sean Kingston Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers
    Saturday, March 16 Matchbox Twenty Lil Brian and the Zydeco Travelers
    Friday, March 22 Austin Mahone The Soul Project NOLA
    Saturday, March 23 Phillip Phillips The Soul Project NOLA
    Saturday, March 30 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo Big Al & the Heavyweights
    Saturday, April 6 Kool & The Gang Mississippi Rail Company
    Saturday, April 13 Pitbull The Rockin’ Jake Band
    Saturday, April 20 The All-American Rejects Daddy Mack Blues Band
    2013 Concerts Demi Lovato Events mardi gras Mardi Gras Concerts mardi gras parade Matchbox 20 pitbull Universal Orlando Universal Studios Florida
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