Welcome to the 99th Christmas Festival
This is the most beautiful time of year for our sweet town, however, it can be a bit frustrating for first time visitors. We have provided the information below to assist you in making it the most wonderful visit.
What you need to know
Christmas Festival:
FRIDAY, Dec 12
Kids Fest & Gospel Night Music
3pm-8pm / FREE
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SATURDAY, Dec 13
10am - 8pm / Free until 1pm
ORANGE AREA IS PAID ADMISSION $15 after 1pm Saturday​​
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LIGHTED BOAT PARADE 5PM
Fireworks & Drone Show: 7pm
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ROAD CLOSURES / SATURDAY:
CHURCH ST Bridge
6pm - 8pm CARS & PEDESTRIANS
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Riverfront Festival Access
The formal festival will be held on the Riverbank. For front row seats to Fireworks a ticket will need to be purchased. You can view the fireworks WITHOUT entering the festival.
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To purchase tickets in advance, visit:
https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/copy-of-festival-armbands
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Or you can purchase them at any ticket booth prior to entry. $15
DINING
Please note, dining on the Riverfront during the Christmas Festival weekend can be quite lengthy in wait times.
We highly recommend reservations.
Click on any link below for more info.
Breakfast:
Lasyone's - 2nd St
Legacy Cafe - 441 North St
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Lunch / Dinner:
Mayeaux's Steak House - 512 Front St.
The Commissary - 4191 HWY 494 / Natchez, LA
Flying Heart Brewery - 108 Mill St
Mariners - 5948 LA #1
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PARKING
PLEASE VISIT THE MAP ABOVE
Parking can be found at Church St / 3rd St
or along the back neighborhoods
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ROAD CLOSURES / SATURDAY:
CHURCH ST Bridge
6pm - 8pm CARS & PEDESTRIANS