Back-to-school celebration held at Mardi Gras Park

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The city of Mobile and the Mobile Parks and Recreation Department partnered with City Council District Two Councilwoman Samantha Ingram on Saturday for a back-to-school celebration and school supply giveaway at Mardi Gras Park.

Organizers distributed 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to attendees at no cost.

The event also featured games, music, food and line dancing.