Good morning, Mobile.

American Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo the fourteenth after a selection in Rome during May, and Mobile’s Catholic community welcomed his election as it echoes Pope Leo the twelfth’s legacy of fostering local Catholic growth in 1825.

Gary Owen Live Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Mobile — $ — Enjoy an evening of laughter with stand-up comedian Gary Owen, known for his dynamic comedy and engaging presence.

Longform Improv Workshop with Lauren Ainsworth

12:00 – 1:30 AM — 358 St Louis St, Mobile, AL — Cost not specified — Explore the art of longform improv through high-energy, engaging exercises led by a Chicago-trained expert.

New Years Eve Celebration

Celebrate New Years Eve — 5:00 PM onwards — The Royal Scam — $77 for a three-course dinner — Enjoy a charming dining experience with fresh Gulf seafood and fine wines.

LEGO Fun Tuesday

4-5 p.m. — Semmes Regional Library — Free entry — Use your imagination and challenge your building skills with engaging LEGO activities for kids ages 6 to 18.

A Stitch in Time

3:30-5 p.m. — Ben May Main Library — Free kit available — Creative hands come together to cross stitch with fellow crafters.

Lighting of the Mardi Gras Tree

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Mardi Gras Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the Mardi Gras season with music, food, and the grand tree lighting ceremony.

BYOD: Bring Your Own Device Workshop

10-11 a.m. — West Regional Library - Mobile Public Library — Free entry — Get assistance with your digital devices and learn about valuable library apps.

January 2026 Vehicle Auction

8 a.m. — Mobile Police Department Impound Lot — Registration required — Bid on a variety of vehicles at the monthly auction event.

2026 January Membership Breakfast

6:45-8:00 a.m. — Mobile Marriott — $35 per person — Network over breakfast and hear updates on Big Creek Lake from Water & Sewer Director Bud McCrory.

Delta Adventure Cruise

10 AM – 12 PM — Historic Blakeley State Park — Cost Info Not Provided — Explore the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Mobile-Tensaw Delta on this scenic cruise.