Universal Studios Orlando will host its popular Spring Mardi Gras events again this year, and the 2012 lineup has some big bands.
The street party and concerts will be held Saturdays and on select nights starting February 11 and running through April 14, 2012.
The first concert, at 8:30 p.m. on February 11, will feature the B-52’s. The classic band is known for its hit single “Love Shack” from its 1989 release, Cosmic Thing, which launched the band into “superstardom,” according to Universal Orlando.
American Idol’s Kelly Clarkson will perform at Universal’s Mardi Gras event next, on Feb. 18. She won the first season of American Idol in 2002, and has been a hit ever since. Then, on Sunday, Feb. 19, legendary R&B group Boyz II Men will take the Universal stage. 
Diana Ross headlines the Feb. 25 Mardi Gras show. Known for hits like “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and “Love Hangover,” Ross is sure to be a big hit at Universal Orlando.
In March, the concerts continue, with the Goo Goo Dolls kicking things off on March 3, 2012 at 8:30 p.m. Big Time Rush will follow on March 10 and then Universal Orlando will welcome J Cole to its Mardi Gras stage on March 16.
Then, Sugar Ray makes its Universal appearance on March 17, 2012. Hot Chelle Rae follows on Friday, March 23, 2012 and then Mardi Gras will bring B.o.B. on Saturday, March 24.
The popular group Plain White T’s will come on Friday March 30, and help round out that month of Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando with Prince Royce on March 31.
April will bring more big names, including Cyndi Lauper and KC & The Sunshine Band. Get more information on those exact dates and times, read more about the artists, and find out about all the Universal Orlando Mardi Gras ticket packages by clicking on the banner below:
