Kanab Balloons and Tunes Roundup in Cowboy Country
Take back to the skies February 17th, 18th, and 19th as Kanab’s 9th annual Balloons and Tunes Roundup flies into Cowboy Country. Witness over 40 hot air balloons floating overhead, explore the countryside, venture through the vendor fair, listen to live music, and more.
The event taking place over President’s Day weekend allows you to stay a little longer. Kanab is located in the heart of the Grand Circle and centrally located to many natural scenic wonders. Take advantage of this long weekend to explore three national parks, two state parks, many national monuments, and much more.
“We’re so excited to continue this great tradition that has become a mainstay in Kanab, our theme for 2023 is Cowboy Country. The event helps to boost the economy in our typically slow season,” said Janette Peatross of Kane County Office of Tourism. “We have seen growth each year, and pilots from all over the country want to come. We’re expecting a great turnout again this year,” she added.
The hot air balloons will launch each morning just after sunrise (weather permitting) at 7:30 AM. The colorful balloons will fly with a beautiful backdrop of the red rock Vermilion Cliffs, located near the scenic Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, with the added beauty of early morning light. The balloons can be seen from all over Kanab.
After enjoying the balloons, don’t forget to check out the street fair, located on Main Street, for a variety of vendors selling food, art, and one-of-a-kind crafts throughout the weekend. The street fair will be on Feb. 17 & 18 from 11 AM to 8 PM.
The “Tunes” in Balloons and Tunes will be provided by numerous local and regional acts, including Mesozoic, Journey Beyond, Wish You Were Here, Studio Blue from Snow College, Lennon Roach, Bombshell Flowers, Apollo’s Army, and the Jacob Westfall Band. They will perform on the stage located at the street fair from 3 PM to 7 PM on Friday and 11 AM to 6:30 PM on Saturday.
For an amazing evening, Friday the 17th, there will be a lantern launch on Center Street at 7 PM. Bring a friend or the family, launch your lantern and watch the lanterns fill the night sky. Lanterns will be available for purchase at the street fair.
Saturday night, the fun will continue with the balloon glow at 7 PM. The pilots will line Center Street and light up their colorful balloons for all to enjoy., With so many great activities, you’ll want to stay the whole weekend, so book a room today!
For more information about the Kanab Balloons and Tunes Roundup or lodging in Kanab, go to balloonsandtunesroundup.com.
Sunday morning, the colorful balloons will have their final launch with the backdrop of majestic red rock to be seen by all in Kanab — Magically Unspoiled.
