8 Reasons Universal Orlando Resort's Mardi Gras Is The Best Theme Park Event Of The Year

4. Spend Time In The Tribute Store

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Tribute Store
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Each season, Universal Orlando Resort create a special Tribute Store to celebrate. Usually containing unique and incredible theming.

This year's Mardi Gras Tribute Store has been themed like you are taking a riverboat along the Mississippi river. Within the store you will encounter a ghostly riverboat Captain, an appearing siren and even alligators swimming along the ground.

Guests could spend a long time admiring all the wonderful details that each room has to offer. There's storms and shipwrecks to take in amongst all the merchandise and special baked goods.

Each year Universal's Tribute Stores become more elaborate and 2024's Mardi Gras one has certainly pushed the boat out!

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