Mobile Mardi Gras kicks off with Conde Cavaliers parade, Nelly concert

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) —

With clear skies Friday night, large crowds expected downtown for the Conde Cavaliers parade. The parade rolls at 6:30 on route A.

Mardi Gras 2023 parade schedule and info

Mobile Police are beefing up security.

It's the first big event downtown since the New Year's Eve shooting that killed one person on Dauphin Street.

Afterwards, the Nelly concert takes place at Mardi Gras Park.

Remember: No alcohol is permitted at the concert.