It’s no secret that Mardi Gras is one of Mobile's most prized annual celebrations, but what keeps the good times rolling throughout the year? As home to various cultures and traditions, the Azalea City is the Gulf Coast destination where entertainment takes place all year round. Add these events to your calendar and get the true Mobile experience!

NOTE: These are only a few of the events that make our city go round. View the full events calendar here. 

Winter

68 Ventures Bowl | December 17, 2025
Mobile’s very own 68 Ventures Bowl has been captivating football fans for 27 years. Every year, the match-up features an opponent from the Sun Belt Conference (SBC) playing a team from either the Conference USA, Mid-American Conference (MAC) or another qualifying team for the ESPN Events selection.

 

Magic Christmas in Lights | November 21, 2025-January 6, 2026
Wander through Bellingrath Gardens’ 65 acres of dazzling lights during Magic Christmas in Lights. This holiday tradition has had our hearts since 1995. Make new Christmas memories at 

 

MoonPie Over Mobile | December 31, 2025
End 2025 on a high note! Welcome the new year under the stars and an electric MoonPie in downtown Mobile on New Year’s Eve. Live performances from Morris Day & The Time, Red & The Revelers and The Jukebox Brass Band, a parade and other activities await!

 

Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree | January 2026
Laissez les bons temps rouler! We’re ditching the Christmas ornaments and kicking off the upcoming Mardi Gras season. Will we see you there?

 

Senior Bowl | January 31, 2026
The path to the draft starts in Mobile! Some of college football’s most trailblazing stars will be participating in the Senior Bowl at Hancock-Whitney Stadium.


2nd Annual OWAMBE Festival | February 6-7, 2026
Celebrate Africatown’s legacy and culture at the 2nd Annual Owambe Fest!

Spring

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations | March 2026
You bet your lucky charms, we’re excited about St. Patrick’s Day! Parades and celebrations at O’ Daly's and Callaghan’s Irish Social Club, promise to paint the town green.

 

Spring Fling | April 11, 2026
Grab your fans and practice those line dances! Spring Fling Music Festival will be taking over The Grounds with performances from a variety of poplar blues artists.

 

Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival at Bellingrath Gardens & Home | April 16-June 21, 2026 
The Gulf Coast Chinese Lantern Festival is returning to light up the night at Bellingrath Gardens & Home for its second year! Fall in love with the 40+ illuminated displays that will adorn the gardens.

 

Kites Over Mobile | April 2026
Vibrant kites will be decorating the sky at USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park during Kites Over Mobile. Watch professional kite demos, fly your own and enjoy the other planned activities.

 

DFFAAHT Underground Railroad Bike Tour | May 2026
Grab your helmet and join the Dora Franklin Finley African American Heritage Trail team for a bike tour of various historic spots that are relevant to Black culture in Mobile.

 

Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival | May 22-24, 2026
Indulge in a taste of Caribbean culture at the Gulf Coast Caribbean Carnival. Enjoy the colorful sights of traditional carnival costumes, food from vendors, live music and more.

Summer

4th of July Celebrations | July 4, 2026
Experience a night of fireworks, family-friendly fun and festivities at the City of Mobile’s 4th of July Celebrations.

 

Dauphin Street Vault | July 18, 2026
Hundreds of pole vault enthusiasts rush to downtown Mobile to show off their best talents at the Dauphin Street Vault every summer. Do you want to put your skills to the test?

 

Landing Day | July 2026
Every year, the Clotilda Descendants Association hosts a Landing Day ceremony to honor their ancestors who arrived in Mobile aboard the Clotilda. Celebrate the lasting legacy of the survivors of the Clotilda and Africatown at the 2026 Landing Day festivities.

 

Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo | July 17 - 19, 2026
For over 90 years, thousands of spectators and fishing enthusiasts have swarmed to Dauphin Island to watch participants catch some of the largest fish on the Gulf.

 

Tiki Week | August 2026 
Nothing screams summer like Tiki Week. Serving as our annual celebration of tropical cocktails, local bars and restaurants participate by offering unique and specially crafted drinks and menus that will instantly transport you to happy hour on an all-inclusive resort.

 

Son of a Sailor Fest | September 2026
Calling all Parrot Heads! Jimmy Buffett fans far and wide flock to the streets of downtown Mobile to pay tribute to his music and larger-than-life stamp of Gulf Coast culture at Son of a Sailor Festival.

Fall

University of South Alabama Jags Football | September-November
In Mobile, we take football seriously. Watch the Jags hit the gridiron at Hancock-Whitney Stadium.

 

Dauphin Street Beer Fest | October 2026
Sip the night away at Dauphin Street Beer Fest. Over 50 top craft brews from  downtown Mobile’s bars, restaurants and lounges will be served. Don’t miss out!

 

Mobtown Burger Week | October 2026
Foodies rejoice! Eat and vote on your favorite burgers from various eateries in Mobile. 

 

Gulf Coast Challenge | October 2026
Watch the Jackson State Tigers and the Alabama A&M Bulldogs go head-to-head at the 2026 Gulf Coast Challenge.

 

Mobile Latin Fest | October 2026
Enjoy live music, a Latin American flag parade, Latin DJs, traditional food and MORE at this free family-friendly festival.

 

Port City Classic | October 2026
The Port City Classic is one of the most exciting football games to experience in Mobile. Don’t miss out on the fun!

 

Lighting of the Tree | November 2026
This family-friendly and festive event is the kick-off to the holiday season in Mobile.

VIEW THE FULL CALENDAR OF EVENTS HERE

Are you ready to explore Mobile?