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Things to do in Mobile, AL the Mardi Gras Capital

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Hi, I'm Susan, your neighborhood tailor at Alterations Next Door. Here are some great places to spend time in our lovely city. Chill spots to High activity entertainment, indoors or outdoors.  Welcome to Mobile, AL!
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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in the city of Mobile, which has a rich history. From museums to parks to gardens, there's something for everyone. Enjoy!

 
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The Mobile Carnival Museum is a must-see during Mardi Gras season. It has a Mardi Gras history exhibit, a Mardi Gras art exhibit, and a Mardi Gras float exhibit. Don't miss this gem.
Mobile Carnival Museum
 
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Bellingrath Gardens is a must-see attraction in Mobile, Alabama. The gardens are gorgeous any time of the year, and there are always new things to see. The gardens are open to the public and there is no admission fee.Gorgeous any time of the year.
Bellingrath Gardens & Home
 
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Touring the Battleship is a one of a kind experience.
USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
 
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Brand new to mobile, and it's a great place to go during the Thanksgiving, Christmas and Mardi Gras holidays with the family.
Surge Entertainment
 
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I joined in 2017 and never looked back! A great group of hobbiest, tech nerds and creatives.  If you can dream it, you can make it at the makerspace.  There are frequent tours of the space, so schedule a tour.
Mobile Makerspace
 
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Family Friendly and you'll learn a thing or two.
Exploreum Science Center & Poarch Band of Creek Indians Digital Dome Theater
 
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Take your honey and go. Do date night different.
Perdido Queen Dinner Cruises and Events at Mobile, AL Waterfront
 
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See some of the beauty of historic Mobile and get some steps in.
Dauphin Street Historic District Walking Tour
 
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If you're traveling around Mobile and need alterations, contact Alterations Next Door. We're a local tailor shop that provides alterations and repairs on a wide variety of garments.See me if you need alterations done while your visiting our great cit...
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To guests and residents of Mobile, get a heads up on what's wonderful about our city.
Secret Mobile: Guide to the Weird, Wonderful
 
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Great for a date, group and family fun
Topgolf Mobile
 
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The Clotilda exhibition in Mobile, Alabama, tells the story of the last group of Africans to arrive in the United States as slaves. It includes a replica of the ship that brought them to Mobile, as well as exhibits on the history of slavery in the Un...
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The Africatown Experience exhibit in Mobile, Alabama, tells the story of the last group of Africans to arrive in the United States as slaves. It includes a replica of the ship that brought them to Mobile, as well as exhibits on the history of slavery...
Africatown Experience In Mobile, AL | Museums & Tours
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Expected to open December 2024
Dave & Buster's Mobile
 
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Alterations Next Door for alterations services
Events in Mobile, AL | Live Music, Festivals & Comedy Shows
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Chilling nightly tours led by Bay City Convention & Tours that reveal the city's haunted history.
Mobile's Original Ghost Tour - Mobile, Alabama
 
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A luxurious 10,000 sq. ft. Spa retreat located within the historic Battle House Renaissance Hotel.
Spa at the Battle House
 
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Mobile's first publicly accessible glassblowing studio, offering unique "Blow Your Own" glass experiences
Muffinjaw Designs
 
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Award-winning guided walking tours that explore the flavors and history of downtown Mobile.
Food Tours in Mobile, Alabama
 
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High-speed airboat tours through the scenic Mobile-Tensaw Delta, starting from the Causeway.
Airboat Express, LLC
 
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Explore beautifully preserved properties through the Historic Mobile Preservation Society and local heritage trails.
Fall in Love with Mobile's Historic Homes Trail
 
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Thursday night salsa lessons and after-parties at an authentic Prohibition-era speakeasy.
Las Floriditas | An Aloha Hospitality Concept

Grown folks

 
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Saving this for later.  I have to see this one….I'll let you know what it's like.
Knucklebones Elixir Co
 
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A secluded Speakeasy hidden ina bank vault!!!! “Downtown Mobile's only Cuban Prohibition-Era Speakeasy”.  Y'all!!!!
Las Floriditas
 
SkyView Lounge | Mobile AL
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Lodging

 
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You know you're going to stay a while so you may as well live like a local.
Mobile Vacation Rentals | Homes and More
 
Find homes in Mobile on Airbnb
 
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The Malaga in Mobile, AL, gets good reviews from its patrons. Reviewers say the Malaga is a great place to stay, and they especially like the friendly and helpful staff.
Malaga Inn | Mobile, AL Hotel in the Downtown Historic District
 
Real Sequined PGG Fanny pack-Light quality-Clearance
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Crochet Mardi Gras Floppy Hat/Unisex/Mardi Gras Floppy Hat/NOLA/Mardi Gras Party Hat
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Goodies

 
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When you can't get to a tailor or seamstress to get your items hemmed up, this will work as a temporary substitute. But remember to call your neighborhood Tailor at Alterations Next Door if you need alterations done here in the city of Mobile
Stitchy - BACK IN STOCK!
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Pink's Sequin Bomber Jacket (kit)

 
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Sequin Fabric By the Yard Sequin Flip Fabric Sequin Fabric Sensory Wall Sequin Fabric Two Tone Sequin Fabric Sequin Reversible Fabric Sequin Material Fabric Sequence Fabric for Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric By the Yard Sequins Fabric Reversible Rev...
DUOBAO Reversible Sequin Fabric Green/Black
 
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These look like the exact epaulettes that are on Pink's jacket
Rhinestone Tassel Shoulder Applique Set
 
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Some of the patches will work because they are similar to those on the jacket
Dandan DIY Sequin Patch Applique Flowers
 
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These star patches are just like the ones on the jacket.
20Pcs Sequin Star Iron on Patches
 
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I can't believe I found the "pow" patch and the rest of them are cute too, and will look cool on the jacket
Rose Red Sequins Lip Flower Iron On Patch
 
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This is the exact style patch that is on Pink’s bomber jacket
I can do hard things patch, flower patch, girl power, iron on patch, embroidered patch, funny patch, aesthetic patch, for jacket,applique
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This is similar to the gold embroidered appliqué on the bomber jacket
1 pair gold flower leaf baroque style Lace Applique embroidery bodice applique for altering Super Luxury Bridal wedding applique
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Here's a great jacket to use to decorate
Eguiwyn Women's Plus Size Sequin Bomber Jacket
 
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This is an exact match of the lips patch on the left side of Pink.'s jacket near the center front
Rainbow Lips with Butterflies Patch, Rainbow Lips Iron On, Sew-On Patch
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Bienville Bites Food Tour

Foodie Stops

 
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Hands-down, the best Jamaican restaurant in the Mobile area. It is very close to I 65 so it is accessible when traveling through the city. The food is authentic Jamaican, oxtails, yellow rice, rice and peas, cocoa, bread, and beef or chicken or veggi...
JAMAICAN VIBES CUISINE - Restaurant Reviews

Parades and Balls

 
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Guide to Mardi Gras Balls and Parades in Mobile and Baldwin Counties
🎭 Mobile Area Mardi Gras 2026 Parade/Ball Guide 🎉
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