Natchez, MS
Planning your girls’ trip? A family getaway? Group vacation? Whether you are planning one, or all three, Natchez, Mississippi is a thriving city with something for everyone to love. Nestled on a 200-foot bluff, Natchez is the home of southern hospitality. With breathtaking Mississippi River views, widely known sunsets, and grand historic mansions, Natchez will take the cake when planning your next vacation. What better time to plan than right now?! One of the many things Natchez is known for is its annual events. Here are three events to help plan your next vacation.
- The Natchez Balloon Festival – October
Known as the most popular festival in Southwest Mississippi, The Natchez Balloon Festival is a must-see weekend long event. Occurring on the third weekend in October, on the grounds of the historic mansion, Rosalie, hot air balloon pilots and their crews travel to Natchez from all over the United States to participate in the festival. After the morning and afternoon balloon flights on Friday and Saturday, feast your eyes on the festival grounds full of local food vendors, rides for the kids, and a live music lineup to enjoy a wonderful weekend under the stars. Due to it’s popularity, the city books up quickly, so planning ahead is important for this event.
- Natchez Spring Pilgrimage of Historic Homes – March and April
If you are a lover of all things historic, you do not want to miss Natchez’s Spring Pilgrimage of Historic Homes. With flowers in bloom and the weather warm, the spring season is a top time of year to visit Natchez. During this time, private residences, as well as museum homes, open their doors for visitors to tour their glorious mansions. With construction of these homes dating all the way back to the 18th century, you will not find anything like our historic homes anywhere else. Tickets for tours can be purchased in advance, or at the door of the home.
- Angels On The Bluff – November
Going on its twenty-third year, Angels on the Bluff is the second weekend of November and is a three-day long event. The perfect time for a long weekend getaway! With fall in full swing, take advantage of the turning leaves and mild weather to attend this popular event! You will want to book early, as this event always sells out. Angels on the Bluff celebrates the residents of the Natchez City Cemetery by their descendants or residents of Natchez reenacting their stories to reveal the tragedy, romance, history, and mystery surrounding the cemetery residents. Tickets for Angels on the Bluff go on sale at the beginning of August.
Can’t make it during these times? Fear not! There is never a bad time to visit Natchez, Mississippi. Whether you select to see the over two thousand Crepe Myrtle trees planted throughout Historic Downtown in early summer, or attend the lighting of the thirty-four-foot tall, magnificent Christmas tree in the heart of Natchez, you will be in for a treat, no matter what time of year you plan to attend. Plan your vacation today at www.visitnatchez.org, and Experience Elevated!
