2022 Mystic Squirrels of Bienville

MYSTIC SOB’S (MYSTIC SQUIRRELS OF BIENVILLE)

WHEN: Sunday, February 27 (Joe Cain Day, People’s Parade)
Registration open now until February 25th

WHAT IS IT: A Mardi Gras organization for creatives to celebrate the arts and raise funds for the Mobile Arts Council.
The Mystic Squirrels of Bienville Square (Mystic SOBs) will depict the adorable squirrel tricksters of Bienville Square. Mystic SOBs will be dressed in handmade costumes and will throw bags of peanuts, cups, beads, and any other approved throw. The group will be on foot, bike, or roller skates.

To participate with the Mystic SOBs, you must register in-person or online through the Mobile Arts Council website. Discounts are given to members of Mobile Arts Council. Membership is limited to the first 100 people.

MSOB's will be invited to get to know their fellow rodents at a "Squirrel Soiree" at the Mobile Arts Council's gallery at 6 S. Joachim Street.  All members must wear a squirrel mask (provided, but you can also make your own) and a tail (available for purchase on Amazon, but you can also make your own) in the parade. All other costume items and themes are open.
 

COST:
MAC Members: $75 single / $125 couple
Non-MAC Members: $100 single / $150 couple
Must register online or in-person by February 25th. Membership is limited to first 100 people.
 

Cost includes:

Exclusive Mystic SOB mask
Pre- and post-parade private party at Mobile Arts Council (includes food & drink)
Marching as a Mystic SOB in the People’s Parade
Peanut throws courtesy of A&M Peanut Shop

Not included:

• Parade throws (other than peanuts) 
• Clothing 
• Squirrel Tail