Branson Area Information
Learn more about the Branson area, events, and things to do.
Branson, Missouri is known for all-American entertainment! Plan a family vacation to the Ozarks and see for yourself what has made this area one of America’s fastest-growing and most popular family vacation destinations. There truly is something in Branson for everyone!
With more than 40 incredible live performance theaters, including Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction, Branson is situated between three pristine lakes, offers 10 championship caliber golf courses, and is home to an international award-winning theme park regarded as one of the best in the country.
Millions of visitors head to this region in all seasons for outdoor recreation among breathtaking lakes, streams, and rugged woodlands.
In this beautiful setting, visitors find outstanding entertainment, exciting water rides, natural wonders, and fun around every corner in a world of theme parks, fine dining, and shopping.
A reputation for family fun precedes this extraordinary destination deep within beautiful Ozark Mountain Country. To guarantee you have a memorable time while you're here, we're sharing more about the exciting events and things to do in Branson below.
Events in the Branson Area
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Looking for fun things to do in Branson and the surrounding area when you come to visit our show? We can help! The area is home to so many exciting events for visitors of all ages to enjoy. There’s a variety of festivals, concerts, and special events that appeal to a wide range of people. Whether you want to attend a seasonal event like a holiday parade or enjoy a concert from one of your favorite musicians, you can do it all in Branson. Use our Branson event calendar below to stay up-to-date with what’s happening in the area and get help planning the perfect vacation!
March Events
March 1st
Star Concert Hall
An Evening With Taylor Dayne
March 7th
Star Concert Hall
Tons Of Laughs With John Crist
March 11th
The Mansion Theatre
Praise Fest Prelude
March 12th
The Mansion Theatre
Mark Lowry
March 13th
The Mansion Theatre
Praise Fest Encore
March 14th
Star Concert Hall
One Night Of Queen With Gary Mullen
March 15th
The Mansion Theatre
The Collingsworth Family
March 22nd
Great Southern Bank Arena
Winter Jam
March 22nd
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
33rd Annual Kite Fest
March 25th
Great Southern Bank Arena
Harlem Globetrotters
March 29th
Arc Of The Ozarks
Arc Of The Ozarks' 7th Annual Open Buddy Bass Fishing Tournament
April Events
April 5th
Junior Auxiliary Club Of Taney Co.
23rd Annual Trivia Event
April 17th
Skaggs Foundation
Kentucky Derby Social
April 18th
Great Southern Bank Arena
Mercy Me
April 26th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Bulls, Bands, And Barrels With Riley Green
May Events
May 6th-10th
Westgate Resorts Branson Woods
Purple Heart Reunion
May 10th
Black Oak Amp
Hairball Silver Anniversary Tour With Cherry & James
May 10th
Branson Airport, Hollister
Armed Forces Day Stemliner Aviation Expo
May 13th
Boys & Girls Club Of The Ozarks
25th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
May 17th
The Mansion Theatre
Bohemian Queen
May 24th
Star Concert Hall
Vicki Lawrence & Momma : A Two Women Show
June Events
June 6th
The Mansion Theatre
Ambrosia
June 7th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Styx & Kevin Cronin + Don Felder
June 12th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Hozier- Unreal Unearth Tour
June 13th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Post Malone
June 18th-21st
Hilton Convention Center
Jeep Branson
June 27th
Black Oak Amp
Rap Rewind Featuring Ying Yang Twins, Paul Wall, Twista, Baby Bash, And Young Joc
June 29th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Outlaw - Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & More
July Events
July 17th
Silver Dollar City
Silver Dollar City Festivals
July 26th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Kane Brown: The Highroad Tour
August Events
August 2nd
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Creed
August 16th
Black Oak Amp
Roots & Boots Featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin, And Collin Raye
August 29th-31st
Great Southern Bank Arena
PBR
August 30th
Branson Airport, Hollister
United States Navy Blue Angels
August 31st
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Tim McGraw
September Events
September 6th
Silver Dollar City
Sara Evans
September 26th
The Mansion Theatre
Jimmy Fortune
October Events
October 24th
The Mansion Theatre
The Bellamy Brothers
November Events
November 3rd
The Mansion Theatre
Danielle O'Donnell
Things to Do in the Branson Area
Enjoy the best things to do and places to visit!
Branson has something for everyone, whether you’re visiting with your family, a group of friends, or your sweetheart. In addition to the exciting events in town, the area is home to countless attractions, lakes, and shops for you to explore. Get more information on the top things to do in the Branson area below, from free and affordable activities to holiday fun!

Free & Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Branson Daily
- Branson Ferris Wheel
- Branson Landing Fountain Shows – Fire Cannons, choreographed harmoniously to a variety of tunes. Every hour beginning at noon daily. FREE
- Horse Walk at Dolly Parton’s Stampede
- Images at the Cross – 200 ft tall cross – FREE
- Dewey Short Visitor Center at Table Rock Lake Dam
- Ballparks of America
- Free Downtown Trolley – Branson landmarks and downtown. Trolley operates March-December 10am-6pm daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas), and February, Friday-Sunday 11am-5pm.
- Scenic Overlooks of the Ozark Mountains – Cruise along Hwy 160 & 165 or head to Point Lookout at College of the Ozarks for a panoramic view of Lake Taneycomo and the City of Branson.
- Branson Centennial Museum
- Free Live Music on Weekends at Rock Lane Tiki Bar Table Rock Lake
- Branson Landing Farmers Market - Every Tuesday from May 7th until Oct. 29th from 2-6:30pm.

Things to Do During Christmas in Branson
- Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru is open 5–11 nightly, November 1st through January 7th, 2024
- Silver Dollar City – Old Time Christmas Nov 2- Dec 30, 2024
- Big Cedar Lodge Drive-Thru Christmas Lights runs from Nov. 3 – Jan. 7th
- Let There Be Lights at Branson's Promised Land Zoo! Opens Nov. 1 and will run through Dec. 31, 2024.
- America’s Christmas Tree Trail - FREE (tour the area's biggest Christmas trees)
Map of Table Rock Lake
Table Rock Lake is known for world-class fishing, water sports, boating, and swimming with a fun, family-friendly atmosphere! View the map for more information about the area.
Hiking / Mountain Biking in the Area
- Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area
- Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area
- Table Rock State Park
- Dogwood Canyon
- Talking Rocks Cavern
- Two Rivers Bike Park
- The Piney Creek Wilderness
- Howler Mountain Bike Park
Shopping
- Branson Landing
- Tanger Outlet Mall
- Grand Village Shops
Public Marinas on Table Rock Lake
- State Park Marina
- Indian Point Marina
- Port of Kimberling Marina
- What’s Up Dock Marina
- Campbell Point Marina
- Cricket Creek Marina
- Big M Marina
- Baxter Marina
- Hideaway Marina
- Cape Fair Marina
- Bass Pro Shops Long Creek Marina
- Kings River Marina
Public Boat Launches on Table Rock Lake
- Aunts Creek
- Baxter
- Big M Marina
- Cape Fair Marina
- Campbell Point
- Cricket Creek Marina
- Eagle Rock
- Indian Point Maina
- Joe Bald
- Kimberling Park
- Mill Creek
- Viney Creek
- Viola

Places to Stay
- Thousand Hills Hotel & Golf Resort
- Hilton Promenade
- Best Western Center Pointe Inn
- Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows
- Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills
- Holiday Inn Express Green Mtn. Drive