Join us for a hot air “balloon chasing” great time, at the 6th Annual Balloon Chase Run/Walk for an evening 4 Mile Run, 2 Mile Walk or Kid’s Race and Morning Bike Ride! All participants receive an awesome t-shirt, a post race spread and the opportunity to meet pilots and get up close to hot air balloons. Registration for each event is $30. The Bike Ride begins at 7:00am, with day of packet pickup and registration starting at 6:00am (bike ride). The 4 Mile Run and 2 Mile Walk begin at 6:30 pm at the Canton Multi-Purpose Complex. Registration for the run/walk begins at 5:30pm. There will be a VIP Area for Race Participants after the evening run/walk! This event is part of the Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Fest taking place Thursday, June 28th – Saturday, June 30th. Featuring over 25 balloons, a fireworks extravaganza, colorful balloons of all shapes and sizes, entertainment, concessions, and lots of fun. You’re guaranteed a good time as you experience the mirage of colors decorating the summer sky. Our Independence Day heritage is highlighted by fun family activities that will treat the family to an old-fashioned weekend of togetherness. There is a vast array of competitive events for pilots to test their balloon savvy in pursuit of valuable cash prizes. There is also the ever-popular Balloon Glows at sunset to delight children and adults of all ages. Come watch the balloons flicker and dance in the evening twilight. Please visit http://www.ballooncanton.com for schedule and location of events.