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City’s Mardi Gras horse rider training moving to The Grounds on Saturday
Posted on: January 8th, 2026 | Animal ServicesPress ReleaseMardi Gras

Mobile, Ala.—Due to the likelihood of heavy rain, the City of Mobile Animal Services Department is relocating its free Mardi Gras horse rider training to The Grounds on Saturday, Jan. 10. The...

City of Mobile updates Mardi Gras horse, rider policies for 2026 season
Posted on: November 26th, 2025 | Animal ServicesPress ReleaseMardi Gras

For Immediate Release Mobile, Ala.— Ahead of the 2026 Carnival season, the City of Mobile has updated the policies that help ensure the safety and wellbeing of horses, riders, and spectators...

City to host training, horse evaluations in preparation for Mardi Gras season
Posted on: January 15th, 2025 | Animal ServicesPress ReleaseMardi Gras

- January 15, 2025 - City to host training, horse evaluations in preparation for Mardi Gras season Mobile, Ala.— The City of Mobile will host several events leading up to the 2025 Mardi...

Mobile introduces new policy for horses, riders in Mardi Gras parades
Posted on: November 27th, 2024 | Public NoticeAnimal ServicesPress ReleaseCommunication & External AffairsMardi GrasCommunications

Mobile introduces new policy for horses, riders in Mardi Gras parades Mobile, Ala. —In preparation for the 2025 Mardi Gras season, the City of Mobile is introducing new policies and...