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What's New in Mobile, Alabama 2026
New Wingstop - Coming to Midtown Mobile
A new Wingstop location will be opening in Midtown Mobile Shopping Center summer 2026.
New Downtown Mobile Airport - Opening Fall 2026
A brand new modern airport terminal is coming in Fall 2026! The Mobile International Airport (formerly Mobile Downtown Airport) is expected to open Fall 2026.
New Africatown Welcome Center -Opinging in 2026
A new Africatown Welcome Center is expected to be completed in 2026 to honor the legacy of Africatown and the story of the Clotilda.
What's New in Mobile, Alabama 2025
The Town Laundry - Tillman's Corner
The Town Laundry is bringing cutting edge technology and efficiency to their new laundromat in Tillman's Corner.
Address - 5300 Halls Mill Rd, Suite G
Buff City Soap - Open in West Mobile
Buff City Soap is officially open in West Mobile. They have fresh soap made daily in store.
Address - 7721 Airport Blvd., Suite E170, Mobile
DICK'S Sporting Goods House of Sports - Open
DICK's Sporting Goods House of Sports has opened in McGowin Park with batting cages, a rock climbing wall, golf simulators, along with sports equipment and apparel.
Carnival Valor - Coming to Mobile in 2027
Carnival has announced that the Carnival Valor will have a new home port in MObile starting in 2027!
West Mobile Hardware & General Store - Grand Opening Sept 27
West Mobile Hardware & General Store is celebrating the grand openign of their new location on Septembre 27th.
Address - 9120 Airport Blvde, Ste F, Mobile
Jimmy Buffett Statue - Coming soon to Mobile Waterfront
Nationally renowned sculptor Ben Victor has been selected to create a lifelike statue of Jimmy Buffett for Mobile's downtown riverfront.
The statue will be 7.5 feet tall and depict Jimmy Buffett playing his guitar, gazing out over the water. The sculpture is scheduled to be unveiled in September 2026.
Jimmy Buffett Experience, The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf - Coming Soon
A new immersive exhibit will open in September 2026 at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf. This one of a kind exhibit will showcase Jimmy Buffett's life and music career, as well as his impact along the Gulf Coast.
The exhibit will include numerous artifacts, unreleased recordings, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage from his fantastic career.
Dropout Drip Co. - Now Open
One of our favorites Dropout Bakery Co. has opened their brand new coffee shop, Dropout Drip Co., this October!
Address - 358 Saint Louis St, Mobile
Mobile Carnival Museum - Reopening Monday October 13th
The Mobile Carnival Museum is due to reopen in October 2025 after a comprehensive restoration that included new lighting, fresh paint, refreshed floors, and every single display being reviewed and cleaned.
Address - 355 Government Street, Mobile
DeMaiz Taco Cantina - Coming Soon
DeMaiz Taco Cantina will be opening on Dauphin Street in the former Southern National Building.
Address - 360 Dauphin Street
Deerfish Distilling Co. - Now Open
Deerfish Distilling Co. is now open! Mobile's First Craft Distillery produces Fish Hook Vodka Seltzers.
They hope to open a full tasting room and bottled spirits in the future.
Address - 757 Government Street, Mobile, AL
Fairhope Brewing - Now Open
Fairhope Brewing is now open, where Wingman Brewing used to be in Mobile. They have converted the brewery to showcase the Fairhope Brewing beers, host events, and more.
Locals Market - Now Open
Locals Market in Spring Hill is now open.
The market is filled with fresh locally-made products and your favorite Mobile hometown favorites.
Address - 4450 Old Shell Road
Mobile Pro Hockey - Coming October 2027
Southern Professional Hockey League SPHL Hockey is coming to Mobile in October 2027! The city is asking for help with naming the new hockey team.
They will debut at the Mobile Arena during the 2027-28 season. The Mobile Arena is currently under construction and will be a 10,000 seat venue.
Roy's Sando Club - Open at the Insider
Roy's Sando Club has opened at The Insider in downtown Mobile. They have epic sandwiches including BLT, Grilled Cheese, Cubano press, Bama bay roll, and more.
Address - 518 Dauphin Street
St. Louis Street Project
The St. Louis Street Project will rebuild 17 blocks in downtown Mobile. The project will add new landscaping, street lighting, ada crossings, improve water sewer and gas lines, and improve stormwater drainage.
Hall of Fame Walk
Mobile is celebrating its sports legends with the new Hall of Fame Walk in front of the Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center.
The Hall of Fame Walk honors six Hall of Fame ahtletes who were born and raised in Mobile, Alabama.
The honorees include National Baseball Hall of Fame members Henry "Hank" Aaron, Satchel Paige, Billy Williams, Ozzie Smith, and Willie McCovey, as well as Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and former Houston Oiler Robert Brazile Jr.
Each of the legendary athletes has a 9-foot tall bronze statue sculpted by Michigan based artist Brett Grill.
Amtrak Service to New Orleans - Now Running
Amtrak Mardi Gras service from Mobile to New Orleans is now running with two daily trips.
The route makes four stops in Mississippi-Bay St. Louis, Gulfport, Biloxi, and Pascagoula.
Mobile Arena - Under Construction
With the removal of the former Mobile Civic Center, the City of Mobile is building a new world-class arena.
The new Mobile Arena should be completed in 2027. The arena design includes flexible seating and layout options, multiple ballrooms, and concert options.
The three-story Mobile Arena will include an ice rink, dining and retail space, office areas, multiple ballrooms for events, luxury suites, VIP Clubs, Premium seating, and enhanced experiences.
They hope to have the facility ready for the 2027 Mardi Gras Season.
American Cruise Lines - Mobile Port of Call in March 2026
American Cruise Line will dock in Mobile with its American Symphony cruise ship in March 2026 as part of the new Gulf Coast Cruise Itinerary.
The Gulf Coast Cruise Itinerary will travel from New Orleans to Pensacola with stops Mobile, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and Gulfport.
The American Symphony will dock behind the National Maritime Museum.
Carnival Cruise Line - Resumes year-round sailings from Mobile in 2027
Carnival Cruise Line will resume year-round sailings from Mobile, Alabama in Spring 2027.
Carnival has not announcd which ship will call Mobile home in 2027. For 2026 the Carnival Spirit will be returning in October.
Tiny Titans Hatching the Past - Now open at the Exploreum
Dates - August 9, 2025 to February 28, 2026
A new Tiny Titans Dinosaur exhibit is open at The Exploreum Science Center in Mobile!
This hands-on exhibit offers the opportunity to see the lives of dinosaurs from hatching.
Galileo The Science of Antiquity is opening January 27 - May 23, 2026 at the Exploreum.
Buzzed Bull Creamery - Now Open
Buzzed Bull Creamery offers a unique ice cream experience. They use liquid nitrogen to craft fresh, premium ice creams and milkshakes. The menu includes a line of alcohol infused ice cream treats for adults.
Address - 362 Dauphin Street, Mobile
Firehouse Wine Bar - Now Open
Firehouse Wine Bar has reopened in its former location after a three-year break. They have over 350 wine varieties from around the world.
Address - 216 St. Francis Street
Flying Biscuit Cafe - Now Open
The Flying Biscuit Cafe is now open in Mobile, Alabama. The serve breakfast, brunch, and lunch daily.
Address - 4356 Old Shell Rd, Mobile
Mobile Tours
3 Day Mobile City Attraction Pass - Visit some of the top attractions in Mobile with this great attraction pass. Find out more here
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - pre-purchase your entrance tickets to the USS Alabama here
Downtown Mobile Food Tour- Join an amazing food tour of Mobile's LoDa neighborhood with stops at some truly fantastic local restaurants. Book your tour here
Mobile Ghost Tour - An expert local guide will take you through the historic district of Mobile learning about the spine-chilling stories of spirits and the cities past. Book your tour here
Mobile Smartphone guided walking tour - Learn more about the historic of Mobile and the iconic attractions of downtown Mobile from this great walking tour app you can do at your own pace. Download the tour here
Mobile Hotels and Lodging
If you are visiting and need to book accommodations, here are our recommendations.
The Battle House Hotel - The historic Battle House Hotel offer luxurious comfort in the heart of Downtown Mobile. Book your hotel stay here
Renaissance Mobile Riverview - Gorgeous hotel with views of the Mobile River and downtown. Book your stay here
Fort Conde Inn - Great luxury boutique hotel located close to the Mobile cruise terminal and Fort Conde historic area. Book your hotel stay here
The Admiral - Located in Downtown Mobile's historic district the Admiral is gorgeous! Filled with art, an epic steakhouse and, gorgeous rooms. Book your stay here.
The map below shows the current hotels and vacation rentals available in the area. You can select the dates you are visiting to see current availability.
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