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!
June Events
June 18th
Hilton Convention Center
Jeep Branson
June 22nd
Black Oak Amp
Crowder w/ Special Guests: James River Worship
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 2nd
34 Kimberling Blvd. Kimberling City, MO
Fireburst Independence Day Firework Display
July 3rd
Branson Landing
Branson Landing's 18th Annual Liberty Light Up Concert & Fireworks Featuring Damsel & The Dirty Saints
July 19th
Black Oak Amp
Lee Brice with Special Guest TBD
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 16th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Hank Williams, Jr.
August 20th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
The Offspring: Superchargedworldwide in '25
August 21st
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Alabama
August 22nd
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
+LIVE+ & Collective Soul - Summer Unity Tour
August 23rd
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Cody Johnson
August 29th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Breaking Benjamin & Three Days Grace
August 29th
Black Oak Amp
Brantley Gilbert
August 29th-31st
Great Southern Bank Arena
PBR
August 30th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Turnpike Troubadours & Treaty Oak Revival + more
August 30th
Branson Airport, Hollister
United States Navy Blue Angels
August 31st
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Tim McGraw
September Events
September 5th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
The Doobie Brothers
September 5th
Silver Dollar City
Montgomery Gentry ft. Eddie Montgomery
September 6th
Silver Dollar City
Sara Evans
September 6th
Black Oak Amp
Dwight Yoakam w/ Special Guests: Ashley McBryde and Eli Young Band
September 7th
Silver Dollar City
Lonestar
September 11th
Branson Landing
Branson Remembers 9/11
September 12th
Thunder Ridge Nature's Arena
Light the Way Christian Music Festival
September 12th
Black Oak Amp
Foreigner with Special Guests Members Only
September 12th
Shepherd of the Hills
Shepherd of the Hills Fall Craft Fair
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
November 5th
Ball Parks of America
Veterans Village
November 5th
Pepsi Legends Theater
Veterans Celebration Show
November 8th
Westgate Resorts Branson Woods
Rose Petal Ceremony
November 9th
Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theater
Lee Greenwood
November 10th
Westgate Resorts Branson Woods
Navy Memorial
November 10th
Westgate Resorts Branson Woods
Medics, Nurses, Combat Vets Reunion
November 17th
Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theater
3 Heath Brothers
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