Experience Mardi Gras Year-Round with Port City Floats.
Experience Mardi Gras Year-Round with Port City Floats.
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Our Services
Float Ridership
Our Mardi Gras floats are uniquely designed to reflect the culture, landscape, and flavors of Mobile and the Greater Gulf Coast area.
Float Rentals
We offer float rentals and float storage throughout the year for all events.
Mobile, AL + 20 Miles Radius ONLY
Event Center Rental
Event Center Rental
Our Event Center is available for various occasions. If you looking for a place to host a party or event contact us today!
Float Storage
Event Center Rental
Our spacious location to rent, float storage, and build floats with a relaxing atmosphere with affordable prices.
Float Loading
Float Loading
Our subsidiary company, Gulf Coast Loading, expertly specializes in preloading services for parades and various events.
The Rich History of Mardi Gras
Our History
Mardi Gras, a celebration synonymous with vibrant parades, elaborate costumes, and joyful revelry, holds a special place in the cultural fabric of Mobile, Alabama. While many associate Mardi Gras with New Orleans, Mobile proudly stands as the birthplace of Mardi Gras in the United States. This Gulf Coast city’s rich history and enduring traditions have made it a hub for festivities that draw visitors from near and far.
Origins of Mardi Gras in Mobile
Mardi Gras in Mobile dates back to 1703, a year after the city’s founding by French settlers. The first celebration, organized by French colonial settlers, was a modest affair compared to today’s grand festivities. Over time, the tradition evolved, blending French, Spanish, Creole, and African influences to create a unique celebration steeped in history. In the mid-19th century, Joe Cain, a Mobile native, revitalized the city’s Mardi Gras celebrations following the Civil War. His efforts led to the formation of mystic societies, which are the backbone of Mobile’s Mardi Gras traditions. These secretive groups host parades, balls, and other events, adding an air of mystery and grandeur to the season.