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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 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. 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) 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. The city will hold its 2024 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade at 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday, February 13th on Perdido Beach Boulevard, beginning at the traffic signal near Wolf Bay Restaurant. The parade will end at the intersection of Highway 161 and Perdido Beach Boulevard near the Publix shopping center. Please note where the medians begin, near the Romar Beach Access, the floats will stay in the 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 Orange Beach, Ala. – – Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in style! Whether you're heading to Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, both cities have announcements regarding closures and parade information to ensure a smooth and festive experience. Below are the details to help you plan your Mardi Gras celebration here on the Alabama Gulf Coast. 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 City of Gulf Shores Mardi Gras Parade Traffic Flow Modifications The City of Gulf Shores will host its 46th Annual Mardi Gras Parade on Fat Tuesday, March 4, at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at the intersection of Highway 59 and East Beach Boulevard (Highway 182) and will travel along East Beach Boulevard to the Gulf State Park Pier Road. Here we’re keeping track of Mardi Gras 2025 parade schedules in Baldwin County. Fat Tuesday is March 4, 2025, but Mardi Gras parades in Baldwin County roll well ahead of the holiday. Here is the 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 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 MARDI GRAS PARADE 2023 APPLICATION. The City of Orange Beach is pleased to present the 2023 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade to be held Tuesday, February 21 at 2:00 pm. Deadline for Entry: Must be received by Friday, February 10 at 5 pm -City Hall $50 first entry . . . $25 each additional entry (Please complete one application for each entry) Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade Schedule [2025] Friday, February 21. 6:45 p.m. – Apollo’s Mystic Ladies (Daphne) Saturday, February 22. 6:30 p.m. – Knights of Ecor Rouge (Fairhope) 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. 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 The City of Orange Beach is pleased to present the 2023 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade on Tuesday, February 21 at 2 p.m. The City of Orange Beach will hold its 2023 Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade at 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday, February 21st. This year, that day falls on Saturday, February 10th. All parade routes on Perdido Beach Boulevard start at the traffic signal just east of Phoenix West and travel east ending at the intersection of Highway 161 and Perdido Beach Boulevard. The City of Orange Beach holds its Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade each year at 2 p.m. on Fat Tuesday.
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