Being a New Orleans area travel blogger means I have been to my fair share of New Orleans attractions. Like many locals, my family has vivid memories of many NOLA area landmarks and popular tourist attractions. The Steamboat NATCHEZ is one of those attractions that you can visit frequently and always feel entertained. Why? Because they are constantly hold fun family events like their upcoming Family Fun Day.
I want to make sure all of my local readers (and prospective travelers) are aware of the upcoming event. I invite you and your family to the special annual family event along the beautiful Mississippi River.
WHO: This event is open to the public.
WHAT: A family cruise aboard the last authentic steamboat down the mighty Mississippi. The Steamboat NATCHEZ’s Family Fun Day features entertainment and games for the whole family, including a caricaturist, pirates, clowns, face painter, trivia games and more.
WHEN: Saturday, June 7
Boarding starts at 2 p.m.
Cruise from 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Steamboat NATCHEZ (Toulouse Street & the Mississippi River)
WHY: To kick-off summer fun, the NATCHEZ invites families, extended families and friends to come aboard the last authentic steamboat on the Mississippi for an early afternoon cruise featuring fun entertainment and games for the whole family.
HOW: Reservations required. The cost for the cruise is $15 for adults and $7.50 for children six to 12 years old. Food and beverages are optional purchases. Children five years old and under ride for free. To register for the Family Fun Day cruise or for more information, please call 504.569.1401 or visit www.neworleanssteamboat.com/FamilyDay/reserve2014.html. Early reservations encouraged as spots are limited.
For more information about the Steamboat NATCHEZ, visit www.steamboatnatchez.com or call 504.586.8777. Become a fan on Facebook and follow the Steamboat NATCHEZ on Twitter @steamernatchez.
Have you ever experienced a river city tour?
Michele says
I have never even gone on a boat trip up the Hudson River-though it is definitely on my bucket list! If I lived anywhere near there I definitely would like to go on that boat ride down the Mighty Mississippi!
Dede says
Love your pics! I ‘ve never been to NOLA but have heard so many great things about it.
Lisa Weidknecht says
I’ve been on many boat rides near St Louis since I grew up there. I haven’t gone in many years though. Now I want to!
Ella says
Nice pictures!
Kristy - Savvy and Sassy says
This looks like it would be so much fun. I will add it to the list of things I want to do the next time I visit the Big Easy.
Athena says
My husband has been there but I never have. He would absolutely love to go back!
Jennifer says
I love when local businesses have family fun days – honestly, it gives me a reason to go to places that I might not ordinarily go on a Saturday/Sunday. This looks like a fun event (and very reasonably priced too!).
Rebecca Swenor says
This would be an awesome family day to bad I will be bringing my son to MN for a new job. Thanks for sharing.