This year saw the fourth edition of the Best of the Southwest Missouri competition, where over 200,000 local residents cast their votes. The competition was stiff, with nearly 4,000 businesses, people, and organizations nominated from 16 Southwest Missouri counties. Even so, we’re proud to announce Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson, Missouri won the gold! A big congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who voted.
In the 2026 Branson Attraction category, Dolly Parton’s Stampede won the gold, and there’s little secret as to why. It is, after all, Branson’s Most Fun Place to Eat™. The nominations and voting were a result of locals submitting their nominations, then voting on those, across a range of categories such as places to work, banks, law firms, customer service, and Branson attractions, along with many more. As the voting was local, we appreciate the opportunity to serve the community and visitors and their appreciation of what we do each year to entertain and dazzle our guests with top-notch acts and down-home cooking.
Of course, you can visit either our Branson or Pigeon Forge locations for both Dolly Parton’s Stampede and see for yourself, as we continue to provide impeccable service to all our guests. We thank the residents of Southwest Missouri for the nomination and votes! Be sure to check out the Best of Southwest Missouri page for all the winners, too.
At Dolly Parton’s Stampede, you’ll join us for a one-of-a-kind dinner and show. Enjoy thrilling horse-riding stunts, phenomenal musical productions, incredible special effects, and a savory feast. It’s a show filled with thrills, wonder, comedy, competition, and great food.
