Mobile, Ala. (MAR. 3, 2026) — The Port of Mobile will welcome a new riverboat cruise ship as part of American Cruise Lines’ Symphony’s inaugural Read More >>>

The future of live entertainment in Mobile rose to new heights today as city leaders and project partners gathered to celebrate a major milestone in the construction of Mobile Arena. A March 3 “topping out” ceremony marked the placement of the final steel beam and the completion of the 10,000-seat arena’s structural framework. Scheduled to open in early 2027, Mobile Arena will be a state-of-the-art venue providing a new home for live sports, major concerts and touring events on the Gulf Coast. The $300 million facility will serve as the foundation for continued investment and a new entertainment district on the 22-acre site of the former Mobile Civic Center.

As part of Black History Month, the Mobile Chamber’s Growth Alliance Task Force (GATF) welcomed Jessica Fairley, manager of the Africatown Heritage House and representative of the History Museum of Mobile, for an in-depth update on Africatown’s history, ongoing preservation efforts and future developments.

Fairley’s presentation, “Africatown U.S.A.: The History, Community & Key Players,” provided members with a powerful look at the story of Africatown — the community founded by survivors of the Clotilda, the last known slave ship to enter the United States.

Early performance data from the Southern Rail Commission shows strong demand and customer satisfaction for Amtrak’s new Mardi Gras Service connecting the central Gulf Coast, underscoring continued interest in restored passenger rail along the corridor.

Mobile, Ala. — The Mobile Council of the Navy League of the United States, the City of Mobile, and the Alabama Port Authority invite Mobilians to Read More >>>

Mobile, AL — A new website, AlongTheAvenue.com, has officially launched, offering the community and visitors an engaging digital hub highlighting the history, culture, and revitalization Read More >>>

Due to forecasted high winds that could impact outdoor staging and equipment, the Senior Bowl’s Free Concert featuring Muscadine Bloodline has been moved from Mardi Gras Park to indoors at the Soul Kitchen Music Hall. All other outdoor Senior Bowl events will proceed as planned.

Mobile, Ala (JAN. 8, 2026) — In anticipation of what promises to be an exciting adventure for new or experienced rail passengers, Amtrak has informed Read More >>>

Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is concluding its inaugural quarter as one of the most successful service launches in Amtrak’s history. Since debuting in August, the route has exceeded expectations across every major performance metric, demonstrating strong passenger demand and broad regional enthusiasm for renewed rail service along the Gulf Coast.

Mobile, AL – The Senior Bowl, set for Saturday, January 31, at 1:30 p.m. at Hancock Whitney Stadium, is excited to announce Muscadine Bloodline as Read More >>>