Over the Moon for 2026!

Mobile’s sweetest tradition is back! MoonPie Over Mobile returns on New Year’s Eve for its 18th annual celebration of everyone’s favorite marshmallow-and-chocolate treat, complete with live music, quirky contests, and tasty treats. It’s fun, it’s sweet, and yes, there’s a giant MoonPie dropping from a building at midnight!

The festivities kick off at 11 a.m. in Mardi Gras Park with the Kids Zone, a high-energy playground of bounce houses, crafts, and laughter. At 12 PM, little revelers get their moment in the spotlight with a “Noon Year’s Eve” MoonPie drop: a bite-sized countdown to their own mini celebration. Parents can snap photos, grab a coffee, and maybe sneak in a taste of nostalgia while the tiny crowd cheers.

As the sun dips behind the cityscape, the party marches into full swing. The streets transform into a parade of color and sound with brass bands, dancing, and a Best Decorated Umbrella Contest that proves Mobile creativity doesn’t quit when the calendar flips. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, the cutting of the world’s largest MoonPie reminds you that bigger can indeed be better.

Music, MoonPies, and Midnight Madness

Here’s what to catch on the Main Stage as the city counts down to 2026:

• 8:30 PM: Opening Remarks kick off the night, setting the tone for a celebration that balances tradition with pure fun.
• 8:45 PM: The Jukebox Brass Band hits the stage, filling the streets with lively rhythms that get toes tapping and heads bobbing.
• 9:30 PM: Red & The Revelers take over with soulful grooves and a crowd-friendly set that keeps energy high.
• 11:00 PM: Morris Day and The Time bring their signature funk and showmanship, a headlining performance that has the crowd moving in unison.
• Midnight: The moment we’ve all been waiting for! The 12-foot MoonPie descends from the RSA Trustmark Building as the city counts down to 2026. Lights flash, cheers erupt, and Mobile delivers one of the most unique New Year’s Eve moments anywhere!

Between family-friendly fun, dazzling decorations, and a lineup that keeps the energy high all evening, MoonPie Over Mobile captures the city’s charm, community spirit, and playful side in one unforgettable night. Whether you’re attending with kids, friends, or just a sweet tooth craving, this is the way to ring in 2026 right in the heart of Mobile!

Get a taste of more sweet traditions at guidetoalabama.com/festivals!