Summers are best spent soaking up the sun and having fun at these events.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to make new memories in one of the Gulf Coast's oldest cities.
Festivals & Celebrations
Grab your sunscreen and sandals! These festivals should be on your radar.
Son of a Sailor (S.O.S) Festival | September 30
On September 30, Mobile will transform into Margaritaville as this annual festival pays tribute to music legend Jimmy Buffett.
If basking in the Gulf Coast sun is your priority this summer, you should attend these outdoor events.
Gator Cruise | August 22
Make a trip to the lower part of the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta with the Historic Blakeley State Park team to spot alligators and other nocturnal Delta critters and creatures.
Garden Walk & Talk | August 27
Get the inside scoop on horticulture history, gardening tips and what's blooming at Bellingrath Gardens & Home during Garden Walk & Talk. Will we see you there?
Fall 2025 Guided Ghost Tours | September 27
Kick off spooky season with a ghost tour of the Old Blakeley Cemetery hosted by the "Ghost Hunting Housewives!"
Mobile has fun for everyone! Join in the fun with these community events and experiences.
LoDa Artwalk| Second Weekends in Mobile Second weekends always kick off with LoDa Artwalk in downtown Mobile. Every month boasts a different theme so check out our Second Weekends page for more details!
Family Fun Day at National Maritime Museum of the Gulf | September 27
Celebrate the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf's 10th anniversary with and fun-filled adventures, special exhibits, music and more at Family Fun Day.
Dining & Culinary Experiences
Savor the taste of summer in Mobile. You won't regret it!
Bienville Bites Food Tours Summer-Themed Experiences | Various Dates
This year, Bienville Bites Food Tours is adding the "Summer Supper Series" and "Lei’d to Rest: A Tropical Murder Mystery Tour" to its delicious lineup.
Burger Night at the Living Room | Every Wednesday
Every Wednesday evening from 4-9 p.m., indulge in specialty-crafted burgers from the Admiral Hotel's restaurant and lounge, The Living Room.
Mobile Tiki Week| August 18-23
Every August, downtown Mobile turns into a tropical paradise. Sip on exotic cocktails and menu options during one of the year's most anticipated events.
Culture and Heritage Events in Mobile
Mobile is bursting at the seams with culture and heritage.
Vuzumazulu: The Black Solarium| June 6 - March 1, 2028
Connect with hidden stories from Africa's past and the history of the Abantu culture at Abaddon “Apollo” Ben Yakongo's Vuzumazulu: The Black Solarium exhibit at the Mobile Museum of Art.
Check out the full list of events happening this summer!
