Mobile breaks ground on $300M civic center, reveals new renderings

The City of Mobile officially broke ground Wednesday on its new $300 million civic center project.

Over the last few months, the city has gone through the process of tearing down the former civic center—with some help from mother nature—and developed a plan to create a new arena in its place.

The city hopes this new development will bring more entertainment than the previous venue could not support.

“This new facility has been uniquely designed to support Mobile’s Mardi Gras traditions while also providing a state-of-the-art event venue capable of bringing in major acts that previously drove through the Port City en route to other destinations.

“Structurally, functionally, and aesthetically, the Mobile Arena will meet the requirements to host modern concerts, performances, and a variety of sports — including ice hockey.”

City of Mobile

Mobile Arena renderings

Mobile is partnering with the Oak View Group for construction of the project while Live Nation Entertainment will be in charge of bringing acts to the venue.

The city says the contractor and project management team are both determined to have the arena available for events during the 2027 Mardi Gras season.

Find out more information + detailed plans on the City of Mobile’s website.

Want updates on the Civic Center as we get them? Subscribe to our FREE newsletter & more like this will come right to your inbox.