The City of Orange Beach holds its Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade each year at 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday. In 2025, that day is Tuesday, March 4th. In 2026, it's February 17th. Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade. The Orange Beach parade began years ago when several groups wanted a chance to parade along the beach. Now, it is organized each year by the City of Orange Beach. Join the 30,000 enthusiastic spectators lining Perdido Beach Boulevard for the annual event on March 4. During the Mardi Gras parades, the City of Orange Beach closes Highway 182 (Perdido Beach Boulevard) within the city limits of Orange Beach, Alabama to vehicular traffic on Tuesday from as early as 1:00 P.M. until as late as 4:00 P.M. For further information, call City Hall at 251-981-6979. Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – Mardi Gras 2025 is set to bring vibrant parades, lively events, and a wave of festive spirit to the Gulf Coast, with celebrations spanning Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Foley, Fort Morgan, and more. From the dazzling evening floats of the Mystics of Pleasure to the unique boat parade at LuLu's in Gulf Shores, locals and visitors alike can look forward to a packed MARDI GRAS PARADE 2025 APPLICATION The City of Orange Beach is pleased to present the 2025 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade to be held Tuesday, March 4 at 2:00 pm. Deadline for Entry: Must be received by Friday, February 21 at 5 pm -City Hall $50 first entry . . . $25 each additional entry (Please complete one application for each entry) Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade. Date - Saturday, March 1, 2025. 5:30 pm - The Marshals Parade. 6 pm - Mystics of Pleasure Parade. Date - March 4, 2025. 2 pm - City of Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade. 2026 Parade Date - February 17, 2026. Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade Route Mardi Gras 2025: Let The Good Times Roll in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Eva Faircloth - February 03, 2025. Mardi Gras on the Alabama Gulf Coast is a celebration like no other—where moon pies fly, beads sparkle in the sun, and the good times roll all the way to the shore. Fat Tuesday is March 4, 2025, but Mardi Gras parades in Baldwin County roll well ahead of the holiday. Here is the schedule, [] BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5 is your guide for all Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – As the Gulf Coast gears up for the 2025 Mardi Gras season, the communities of Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and Foley are finalizing preparations for parades and festivities spanning multiple days. The Pirates of the Lost Treasure Mardi Gras Flotilla will float on February 15th. February 4, 2025 February 4, 2025 Mullet Wrapper 29 Views. Orange Beach 2 – 6 p.m. – OWA Mardi Gras Parade & Party, Foley 2 p.m. – King Elexis I Motorcade This year, the Mystics of Pleasure Parade will roll through Orange Beach on Saturday, March 1, at 6 p.m., and the official Orange Beach Parade will take place on Fat Tuesday, March 4, at 2 p.m. Whether you’re attending your first Mardi Gras or you’re a seasoned pro, Orange Beach’s parades are a must-see. Mardi Gras at Big Beach! Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offer plenty of arts and crafts festivals, wine and culinary events, and art summer camps for the aspiring Mardi Gras 2025: Let The Good Times Roll in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Eva Faircloth - February 03, 2025. Mardi Gras on the Alabama Gulf Coast is a celebration like no other—where moon pies fly, beads sparkle in the sun, and the good times roll all the way to the shore. The City of Orange Beach holds its Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade each year at 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday. In 2025, that day is Tuesday, March 4th. In 2026, it's February 17th. City of Orange Beach 4099 Orange Beach Boulevard Orange Beach, AL 36561. Phone: 251-981-6979
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