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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. 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) 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 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 The Mystics of Pleasure is pleased to present the 2025 Mystics of Pleasure Mardi Gras Parade to be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The parade will organize at the Gulf State ParkPavilion. The parading will begin west of the start area and will end at Hwy 161. 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. Whether you’re catching the parades in Gulf Shores or reveling in the festivities of Orange Beach, there’s no better way to experience the 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, 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. 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. 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 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. March 1, 2025. Orange Beach The Marshals Parade, Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach Parade @ 5:30 PM. Orange Beach celebrates this year's Mardi Gras Marshales in The Marshals parade starting at 5:30. Parade starts at the light just east of Phoenix West and ends at the intersection of Hwy 161 and Perdido Beach Blvd, just past Publix. Orange Beach The 2025 Mardi Gras parades kick off Saturday in Orange Beach, with additional parades on Monday and Fat Tuesday. On Saturday, March 1, the festivities begin with two evening parades. The Marshals parade starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Mystics of Pleasure at 6 p.m. 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. 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. More than 50 units usually take part in the parade. The Orange Beach Mardi Gras Parade is another highlight of the Mardi Gras season, attracting around 30,000 people each year. Scheduled for March 4 at 2:00 p.m., the parade follows a two-mile route along Perdido Beach Boulevard.
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