As the vibrant streets of Mobile prepare for our annual Mardi Gras festivities, we invite you to step off the parade route and discover the quieter (but equally magical) side of the celebration. By navigating through these captivating events and attractions, you'll experience the essence of Mardi Gras outside of the parades and masquerades. ​

If the bustle and buzz of the parades is more of your speed, check out the parade schedule and routes for the 2024 Mardi Gras season. You’re bound to have a memorable experience no matter where you go in Mobile!

Indulge in Sweet Goodness at Mo’Bay Beignet

Mo’Bay Beignet is renowned for switching up its monthly and seasonal syrup flavors. We think the Mardi Gras cream cheese is one of our favorites! Catch this flavor before Mardi Gras ends.

Visit the Mobile Carnival Museum

Your Mardi Gras experience won’t be incomplete without visiting the Mobile Carnival Museum. This museum gives a thorough view of Mardi Gras’ origins, from the first-ever parade to our modern-day celebrations. View regalia from years past, take a picture on a float and more! Don’t forget to stop by Toomey’s gift shop at the museum’s entrance to take a piece of the original Mardi Gras with you wherever you go.

Dig into Bienville Bites Food Tours’ Mardi Gras Magic

Your taste buds can experience Mardi Gras too! With four tours to choose from, Bienville Bites is offering an immersive view of the different flavors that make Mardi Gras the delicious celebration that it truly is. 

Visit Mobile’s “Mobile Mardi Gras Experience” Trail

What do Joe Cain’s house, Mardi Gras Park, the Mobile Carnival Museum, the History Museum of Mobile and Bienville Square all have in common? They’re all integral parts of Mardi Gras in Mobile! Stop by all 5 spots on our "Mobile Mardi Gras Experience" Trail to win a prize!

Sip the Night Away: Mardi Gras Style

Enjoy the flavors of seasonal libations and drinks at Braided River Brewing, LoDa Bier Garten, Knucklebones Elixir Co and POST.

Experience Mardi Gras-Themed Dinner Cruises aboard the Perdido Queen

Enjoy a festive dinner complemented by views of the Mobile River while aboard the Perdido Queen this Mardi Gras season. Put your improv skills to the test with a carnival-themed murder mystery or soak in the beauty of the downtown skyline during a scenic dinner cruise. 

Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!