What to Expect the Day of Our Branson Dinner Show

We can’t wait to welcome you to Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson! We want to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the opportunities for fun and excitement on the day of your show, so we’re here to share all the details on what to bring, when to arrive, and what to do before it begins. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect the day of our Branson dinner show:

Things You’ll Need

When you come to Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson, there are a few things you’ll need with you in order to guarantee you have the best time! We always recommend that guests bring their family and friends along with them because everything is better when you get to share it with loved ones. You’ll also need your appetite! Come hungry when you visit our dinner show so that you can enjoy all parts of our mouth-watering, four-course feast. If you’ve purchased your tickets online ahead of time, you won’t have to worry about bringing money to buy them when you get here; however, we do recommend bringing along some extra spending money in case you want to make additional purchases while you’re here. We have concessions available during our pre-show, a gift shop, and more.

When to Arrive

One thing to make a note of is that you’ll want to arrive early at our Branson dinner show. Arriving close to your show time means you run the risk of missing the beginning of the performance! It also means you’ll miss out on all of our pre-show excitement. Our pre-show activities begin an hour before the show, so we recommend getting here around then to soak up all the fun. If you don’t have plans to participate in the pre-show activities, you’ll still want to get here about 30 minutes early to give yourself time to pick up your tickets from the box office, get a family photo inside the Stampede, and take your seats in our arena.

What to Do Before the Show

As we mentioned before, the excitement at Dolly Parton’s Stampede begins long before the show! You can enjoy several great activities before our high-spirited adventure takes place in the arena.

Horse Walk: Take a stroll down the Horse Walk to meet the four-legged stars of the show and take souvenir photos with them.

Pre-Show: Head to the Saloon for live bluegrass and country music — it’s like getting two shows for the price of one! You can also purchase a refreshing drink in a souvenir boot mug and snacks.

Gift Shop: Browse the gift shop for the best Dolly Parton’s Stampede memorabilia, including apparel, home décor, plush animals, and more.

Grab Your Cheering Items: Be ready to cheer for your section throughout the evening! We have cheering flags that guests can wave during the show.

About Our Branson Dinner Show

Wondering what you can expect during our actual Branson dinner show? Tighten your bootstraps for a full evening of family fun. As you take your seats, you’ll be served a four-course meal that is designed to satisfy all your country cravings. The menu includes creamy vegetable soup, a hot buttery biscuit, a tender and whole rotisserie chicken, hickory-smoked pulled pork, herb-roasted potatoes, buttery corn on the cob, and our signature dessert. You’ll also get unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea, or coffee.

While you eat, watch 32 magnificent horses and a cast of talented trick riders take the arena by storm. The impressive stunts, breathtaking aerial acts, stunning musical productions, and spectacular special effects will captivate the audience from the beginning to the end.

You can expect to leave Dolly Parton’s Stampede with full stomachs and full hearts!

Now that you know what to expect on the day of the show, it’s time to get your tickets if you haven’t already! Take a look at our Branson dinner show schedule and find a date and time that works best for you.