Centennial Route 66 Annual Balloon Festival

Visit Joplin and Missouri Southern State University invite visitors to celebrate Route 66's centennial at this three-day family-friendly festival featuring more than a dozen hot air balloons, a spectacular kite show, helicopter rides, tethered balloon rides, food trucks, a vendor marketplace, live music, and more.

Hosted on the campus of Missouri Southern State University, festivities begin daily at 7:00 a.m. and continue through 10:00 p.m., offering entertainment and activities for all ages.

For event details, ticket information, and balloon flight reservations, visit the event website.