If you choose to attend this event, please observe all local & national health guidelines and restrictions.
The Natchez Balloon Festival, established in 1986, is a weekend of hot-air balloons and outstanding live music that has become the largest and most successful festival in Southwest Mississippi. The festival site is located in historic downtown Natchez in the parklike grounds of the columned mansion Rosalie. Enjoy watching the colorful balloons race flying over downtown Natchez and the Mississippi River!
The 35th annual Natchez Balloon Festival will be held: Friday, Oct 16, 2020-Sunday, Oct 18, 2020 as a scaled down event due to COVID-10. See website. Face coverings are mandatory during this event.
Camping:
Plantation RV Park – waiting list
Natchez State Park – FULL
Photo Source: Visit Mississippi