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ROAD CLOSURE ADVISORY: 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 Saturday from as early as 4:00 P.M. until as late as 7:30 P.M. and again on Tuesday from as early as 1:00 P.M. until as late as 4:00 P.M. Typically 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 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. 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) Fat Tuesday is March 4, 2025, but Mardi Gras parades in Baldwin County roll well ahead of the holiday. Here is the schedule, according to the Mobile Mask and other trusted local sources. 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 As the Gulf Coast gears up for the 2025 Mardi Gras season, the communities of Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Foley are finalizing preparations for parades and festivities spanning multiple days. Featuring colorful floats, marching bands, and family-friendly events, the region's celebrations have started and culminate on Fat Tuesday, March 4, drawing locals and visitors alike into the streets 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. 2025 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade March 4th, 2025 2 p.m. Orange Beach. Join the 30,000 enthusiastic spectators lining Perdido Beach Boulevard for the annual event Orange Beach only has a few parades, but neighboring towns have Mardi Gras parades as well, so we’ll include them below. So grab your beads and your party hat, and get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in style! If you are visiting Orange Beach for Mardi Gras, there are plenty of great spots to eat and things to do. In fact, we have an entire The Marshals Parade in Orange Beach. March 1 @ 6 p.m. Mystics of Pleasure Parade in Orange Beach. March 2 @ 1 p.m. Fort Morgan Parading Society in Fort Morgan. March 2 @ 2-8 p.m. Parade and Party at OWA. March 3 @ 4-8 p.m. Moonpies on Main at The Wharf. March 4 @ 10 a.m. Gulf Shores Mardi Gras Parade. March 4 @ 10 a.m.-4 p.m. LuLu’s Boat The Orange Beach Parade started as a loose confederation of large and small groups that wanted to parade by the beach. The city of Orange Beach stepped in and took over the parade's planning. It's still open to participation by just about anybody, even groups outside of Orange Beach. 2 p.m. – MAMGA Mammoth Parade, Mobile 2 p.m. – Orange Beach Parade, Orange Beach 3:05 p.m. – LuLu’s Boat Parade, Wharf to LuLu’s, Pleasure Isle 5 p.m. – Priscus Celebration, Seville Quarter, Downtown Pensacola 6 p.m. – Order of Myths, Mobile 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule 2025 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule. Featured, Orange Beach Parade (Orange Beach) 6 p.m. – Order of Myths (Mobile, Route C) Each Mardi Gras Parade has a unique history and theme. Search . Home; What's New; Media; Tuesday Mar 4 2025 Mardi Gras . Metairie; Krewe of Argus 11:00am view map ; 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. Traffic headed westbound on East Beach Boulevard near the Gulf State Park Pier will be diverted to State Park Road (Highway 135) for access to Highway 59. • 10 a.m. Mardi Gras Parade begins. • 11:30 a.m. All normal Traffic Conditions should resume. History: The history of the Gulf Shores Mardi Gras parade dates back to 1978 when a group of 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.
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