August Living History Drill
2025-08-23 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-22 08:00 - 15:00 UTC | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their August drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

Veterans Helping Veterans 4th Annual Car Show and Jeep Bash on the Bay
2025-09-13 07:00 - 14:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
4th Annual Veterans Helping Veterans Car Show & Jeep Bash. This is a charity car show benefiting local veterans, hosted by the P. L. Wilson Marine Corps League. Register at Veterans Helping Veterans Car Show & Jeep Bash – Car Show Pro.
For more information on the show, call 251-767-8489.

POW/MIA Candlelight Ceremony
2025-09-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Vietnam Memorial
The South Alabama Veterans Council will hold a Candlelight Ceremony to honor and remember our military who were missing in action and prisoners of war. The event will be held at the Vietnam Memorial. It is open to the public and free to attend.

October Living History Drill
2025-10-25 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-24 08:00 - 15:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their October drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

Veterans Day Celebration and Parade of Flags
2025-11-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Aircraft Pavilion
This Veterans Day, join us as we honor and express our deepest gratitude to the true heroes among us – our veterans. Event features patriot music, presentations by the Veterans Day Essay Contest winners, a keynote address by the 2025-26 Distinguished Young Woman of the Year and more. The Parade of Flags features 4th Grade students from Mobile and Baldwin counties.
The event is free to attend and open to the public. Seating is limited

Veterans Day Concert
2025-11-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Aircraft Pavilion
The Mobile Pops will present their annual Veterans Day concert in the Medal of Honor Aircraft Pavilion. The concert will feature traditional patriotic music, military marches, contemporary favorites and more. The highlight of the performance is the playing of the service songs and recognition of our veterans. The concert is open to the public and free to attend.

December Living History Drill
2025-12-06 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-10-24 08:00 - 15:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their December drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

February Living History Drill
2026-02-07 08:00 - 15:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their February drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

Snowbird Lecture- "Walking in Their Shoes: The Power of Historical Empathy"
2026-02-12 11:00 - 11:45 | Wardroom, 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Discover human stories at the center of our shared past. This lecture talks about how empathy helps us understand the challenges, emotions, and decisions faced by people throughout history.

Included in general admission. Snowbird Coupon can be applied. A physical snowbird coupon is required for eligibility.

Snowbird Lecture-"POW Camps in the USA"
2026-02-19 11:00 - 11:45 | Wardroom, 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Learn about the network of World War II POW camps across the United States. This lecture highlights why the camps were created, what life was like for prisoners, and how these sites impacted local communities. An engaging look at a little-known part of American history.
Included in general admission. Snowbird Coupon can be applied. A physical snowbird coupon is required for eligibility.

Snowbird Lecture-"History of the USS DRUM"
2026-02-26 11:00 - 11:45 | Wardroom, 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Explore the history of USS Drum (SS‑228), one of WWII’s most decorated submarines. Learn about her daring missions, heroic crew, and journey to becoming a museum ship at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.
Included in general admission. Snowbird Coupon can be applied. A physical snowbird coupon is required for eligibility.

Snowbird Lecture-"Home Front"
2026-03-05 11:00 - 11:45 | Wardroom, 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
In this snowbird lecture, it explores how civilians supported the war efforts and kept life at home during wartime.
Included in general admission. Snowbird Coupon can be applied. A physical snowbird coupon is required for eligibility.

Snowbird Lecture- “WWII Medicine”
2026-03-12 11:00 - 11:45 | Wardroom, 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
In this snowbird lecture, discover the medical breakthroughs and challenges that shaped World War II.
Included in general admission. Snowbird Coupon can be applied. A physical snowbird coupon is required for eligibility.

April Living History Drill
2026-04-11 08:00 - 15:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their April drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.

June Living History Drill
2026-06-06 08:00 - 15:00 | USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, Mobile, AL, 36602, United States
Come see history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their June drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when “Call to Battle Stations” is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship’s 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.
