Colonial Fort Conde in downtown Mobile marks the 50th anniversary of its reconstruction with a day of 18th century demonstrations. Historical groups from across the region show musket firing, military drills and colonial skills, and explain how people handled laundry, money and hygiene. The festival also looks at the foods and social life of European and Indigenous colonial communities.
Before you go
- Drive to Colonial Fort Conde at 150 S. Royal Street in downtown Mobile.
- Arrive between 10:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
- Watch the musket firing and military drills.
- Cross to the History Museum if you want to see its exhibits, which cost extra.
What we checked, and when
Read off the venue's own page on 2026-10-28.
The History Museum of Mobile's event page says admission to the festival at Colonial Fort Conde is free. Admission to the History Museum is separate.
Not confirmed: A military rate. We searched and the venue publishes none. That is not the same as there being none, so it is worth asking.
Activities move indoors in bad weather.
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