End of Season Spectacular: Medora Musical and Hot Air Balloons Over the Badlands

Get ready for a spectacular closing weekend at the Medora Musical from September 7-9! Not only can you catch one of the final performances of this beloved show, but it's also the weekend of Medora's 22nd Annual Hot Air Balloon Rally and Badlands Kite Festival.

Why not make it a road trip to Medora? Watch vibrant hot air balloons and kites paint the skies above the stunning buttes of the Badlands—a perfect opportunity for both amateur and professional photographers.

On Saturday and Sunday at 6:30 am, hot air balloons will launch from the Medora Campground. Whether you're capturing the magic from the ground or enjoying a bird's-eye view atop Cemetery Butte, don't forget your camera!

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The Badlands Kite Festival will take place at the top of the Burning Hills Amphitheatre, where you'll spot the beautiful kites in action. If you'd like to join in, you can try flying a kite on Friday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (weather permitting) or on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Just be sure to steer clear of the kites already soaring!

Although the Medora Musical wraps up this weekend, Medora stays open year-round. And if you're looking for more entertainment, don't miss Ring of Fire: Celebrate the Music of Johnny Cash from September 11 to October 27. This unique musical, featuring over two dozen classic hits like “I Walk The Line” and “Folsom Prison Blues,” explores themes of love, faith, and redemption through the legendary songbook of Johnny Cash. Grab your tickets and learn more about this can't-miss show!