In Mobile, summers are synonymous with fun. Experience some of the Port City’s best adventures with your family. Here are seven family-friendly, extremely enjoyable moments to include on your next visit to Mobile.
 

Attend Loda Artwalk
Art, color and culture all blend into one on Loda Artwalk. As the official kick off to 2nd Weekends, this monthly themed event lights up Dauphin Street. Which month(s) will we see you?
 

Light Up the Night at the Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival
The Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival has returned to Bellingrath Gardens & Home for its second year. Takes pictures of and interact with over 40 large lanterns.

Celebrate US 250 on the 4th of July at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
Fireworks? Check. Food trucks? Check. Live music? Check. Our annual Independence Day celebration is always a good time.
 

Visit Our Museums
Our museums aren’t one-size-fits-all. Explore, learn and create in Mobile’s museums. Wander through the marvels of space at the Exploreum Science Museum or be immersed in all things wacky at the FOR CHILDREN exhibit at the Mobile Museum of Art. Learn about the city’s origins at the History Museum of Mobile or crawl through a submarine at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. Which museum are you exploring first?
 

Explore the Spots on the Mobile Trail Mix
Our digital trails never miss. Experience different parts of the Port City with the Mobile Trail Mix. Soak up our history, nature, food and more with these free experiences.

Taste the Best of the Port City
Whether you’re catering to picky palates or adventurous foodies, there’s something on the menu for every eater. Oysters from Wintzell’s Oyster House or Battleship Curry from Slurp Society could be tasty options for the daring foodies. If you’re looking to go the simple route, cheeseburgers from Callaghan’s, chicken tenders from T.P. Crockmier’s and tender BBQ from Meat Boss are always a hit! We can’t skip dessert. Mo’Bay Beignet, Three Georges Nuthouse and Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe are guaranteed to please. 

 

Experience the Beauty of Dauphin Island
As the home of Historic Fort Gaines, the Alabama Aquarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Audubon Bird Sanctuary and miles of white, sandy beaches, Dauphin Island has tons to explore. Spend a day building sandcastles, touching stingrays and more.