Branson area shows deliver a world of great music
performed by world-class entertainers. It's almost impossible to select
Branson's best shows as the choice depends on the visitor's favorite! Country,
pop, swing, classical, rock n' roll, stirring patriotic or gospel music… Branson
area shows deliver a world of great music performed by world-class entertainers.
Audiences can also see mystifying magic, hilarious comedy and breathtaking dance
shows. Boasting more theater seats than New York's Broadway theater district and
even Las Vegas, Branson offers great shows morning, afternoon and evening. What
better way to start a day then tapping your toes and laughing out loud?
Here is just a sampling of some of the most
popular shows:
Dixie Stampede
1525 West Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
800-520-5101
Admission Charged
Dixie Stampede began as a dream for Dolly Parton.
With over 30 horses, dozens of cast members and seating for 1,000 around
a 35,000 square-foot arena at each facility, Dixie Stampede is Dolly Parton's
own creation. "I wanted to recreate the family fun of my childhood, when we'd
gather for a friendly competition and enjoy a more-than-filling meal," says
Dolly Parton. "With the grand entertainment of our horses and performers, along
with a delicious meal, Dixie Stampede is the Most Fun Place to eat anywhere."
50's At The
Hop
Playing at Jim
Stafford Theatre
3440 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
800-434-5412
Admission Charged
You'll have a rollickin', rock-n-roll time with
Branson's Original 50's show where you can "Splish, Splash" with "Dream Lover",
"Peggy Sue" and "Jim Dandy". The "50's At The Hop" show is fun, fun, fun!
Jim Stafford
Playing at Jim
Stafford Theatre
3440 West Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
417-335-8080
Admission Charged
The whole family
gets the Giggles at Jim's action-packed, fun-filled show with hilarious comedy,
sensational music and spectacular special effects. Branson's Biggest Kid at
Heart shares his toys, including a real 3-D Virtual Thrill Ride, black light
magic & more. A visit to Jim's World is an experience of a lifetime!
Yakov Smirnoff
Playing at Yakov
Smirnoff Theatre
470 State Hwy 248
Branson, MO 65616
800-33-NO-KGB
Admission Charged
There ought to be a caution sign as you enter the
Yakov Smirnoff Theatre in Branson, Missouri. It should read “Warning! Hold on to
your seat ‘cause this guy is about to blow you away with dynamite comedy!” This
‘guy’ of course is Branson’s Two-Time Comedian of the Year, Yakov Smirnoff, the
famous Russian Comedian. He delivers explosive laughter in a show filled with
brilliant special effects, dazzling dancing, heartfelt moments, and just plain
fun. Yakov’s entire show is packed with comedic tall tales and witty
perceptions, funny facts and huge laughs.
Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers
Playing at Welk
Resort Theatre
1984 State Hwy 165
Branson, MO 65616
800-734-5515
Admission Charged
Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers have forged
a new musical standard for vocal harmony, raw talent and showmanship while
topping the music charts with hit-after-hit. One of the first-class acts in
Country Music, the Gatlin’s have 15 Top-Five hits including their #1 hits All
The Gold In California, Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer To You) and I Just
Wish You Were Someone I Loved plus Broken Lady, Night Time Magic, I Don’t Wanna
Cry and more.
Spirit of Dance
Playing at
Branson Variety Theater
2701 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
888-GO-BRANSON
Admission Charged
A mainstay show in Branson, this breathtaking
production combines Irish dance with dramatic styles from around the world to
create a thrilling show that will take your breath away. Spirit of the Dance is
an astounding beautiful spectacle for all dance enthusiasts. Spirit of the Dance
is one of the most successful shows ever to originate in Ireland. It stars the
Irish International Dance Company, one of the most dynamic dances troupes in the
world.
Broadway! The Star-Spangled Celebration
Playing at
Branson Variety Theater
2701 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
888-GO-BRANSON
Admission Charged
This fast paced high-energy show will take you
on a musical journey to New York City and Broadway. It is a spectacular dazzling
musical extravaganza with a cast of over twenty-five singers and dancers that
light up the town. Imagine listening to over fifty different musical selections
taken from more than thirty of the biggest Broadway musicals of all time.
The
Baldknobbers Jamboree
Playing at
Baldknobbers Theatre
2835 W Hwy 76 Box 1
Branson, MO 65616
417-334-4528
Branson's first
show features traditional and new country, gospel and patriotic music and
hilarious comedy, all combined in a show that's great for the entire family.
It's the show that started it all in 1959!
Events
February
National Freedom Day
Usually held in early February
Location varies
417-337-VETS (8387)
This ceremony celebrates the precious gift of freedom that America enjoys like
no other nation in the world.
March
NAIA Division II Men's Basketball Championship
Held in mid-March, call for exact dates
Location: Keeter Gymnasium, College of the Ozarks
417-334-6411
The top from NAIA Division II basketball teams from across the nation compete
for the NAIA Divison II Men's Basketball Championship.
Annual Film IMAX Festival
Held in
mid-March, call for exact dates
Location: Ozarks Discovery IMAX Theater
417-335-4832
The Annual IMAX® FilmFest is kicking off the season of new giant-screen IMAX®
adventures in the Ozarks Discovery IMAX® Theater in Branson. The festival
features four limited engagement IMAX® films, plus one “favorite” IMAX®
adventure. All are presented on a screen five times larger than movie theaters
with 44 speakers surround sound.
April
Praise Weekends
Usually held in early April, call for exact
dates
Location: Silver Dollar City
800-952-6626
During Praise Weekends, visitors can experience a unique 3-day weekend of
praise, worship music and old-time fun. Praise Weekend features choirs and
choral groups performing on stages throughout the park in a celebration of
faith.
Branson Fest
Usually held in early April, call for exact
dates
Location: Lawrence Welk Champagne Theatre
888-493-1222
Admission Free, except for “Super Shows”
Spring in the Ozarks and the quasi start of the
Branson theatre Season with a five-day showcase event. Features area theatres
and attractions, arts, cultural displays and business expo, and fabulous food
and fun for all.
The Ozarks 100
Usually held in mid-April
Location: Shadow Rock Park, Forsyth-Branson, MO
417-335-2634 ext.225
Share in this memorable, fun and worthwhile weekend! This exciting one-day road
cycling event is for people with various cycling experience, offering 3
different routes that go through the beautiful Mark Twain National Forest.
Kewpiesta
Usually held in mid-April
Location: Bonniebrook, Ramada, Dixie Stampede,
Home Cannery Restuarant
417-561-1509
The Festival for those loving Kewpie Dolls. Events scheduled at various
locations in Branson.
Main Street Hoops 3 on 3 Street Basketball
Tournament
Usually held in late April
Location: Downtown Branson
417-334-1548
Amateur basketball tournament on the street. Proceeds benefit local youth and
Downtown improvement projects.
April – May
World Fest
Held most of April and May
Location: Silver Dollar City
800-475-9370
One of America’s largest international festivals, World-Fest, features
performers presenting the music, dance, costumes and culture of their native
lands and their foods and crafts.
May
Armed Forces Day
Held in mid-May
Location: Branson Area
417-337-VETS (8387)
Three days set aside to honor our nation's active duty military and their
families. This includes special recognition for Fort Leonard Wood and Whiteman
Air Force Base.
Plumb Nellie Days, Annual Hillbilly Festival &
Craft Show
Usually held in mid-late May
Location: Downtown Branson
417-334-1548
Admission Free
Crafters from around the Midwest join in this Ozarks heritage event that
celebrates our tradition of fine hand-crafted products. Arts and Crafts are
exhibited under tents. Outdoor entertainment, games for children.
June
Bluegrass Festival
Usually held in early June
Location: Shepherd of the Hills
800-653-6277
This 3 day event features Bluegrass bands from all over the country.
Mardi Gras In Branson
Usually held in early June
Location: Festival Grounds, 1700 W. Hwy.76
A Louisiana Celebration, succulent Cajun foods, arts and crafts, Cajun Dancers
and Cajun and Zydeco Bands from Louisiana.
Early June-mid August
National Kids' Fest
Location: Silver Dollar City
800-475-9370
More than other 100 hand-on activities throughout the park for kids of all ages
to enjoy.
Taney Country Fair
Usually held in mid-June
Location: Forsyth, MO
417-546-2741
July
Hollister's 4th of July Fireworks Display and
Celebration
Held on the 4th of July
Location: Historic Downing Street in Hollister
417-334-3050
Entertainment, children’s activities, and food start at 5:30 PM with Fireworks
starting at 9:30 PM (Dusk). One of the best viewing areas is along Business Hwy
65 in Historic downtown Hollister.
Fireburst -Fireworks Display- Kimberling City
Held on the 4th of July
Location: Kimberling city
417-739-2564
One of the areas most outstanding Fireworks Displays. Can be viewed by boat or
car. Call for info on best viewing location and specific starting time.
Crafts, Food, fun In The Park - Fireworks Display
Held on the 4th of July
Location: Rockaway Beach Lakefront
800-798-0178
Crafts, Food, fun In The Park. Viewable from Lake Taneycomo. Display starts as
dusk but call for specific times and best viewing positions.
Ozark Empire Fair
Usually held the end of July
Location: Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, Springfield,
MO
417-833-2660
Areas biggest Fair.
August
Cruisin' Branson Lights
Usually held in mid-August
Location: Branson USA Jct Hwy 76 and 376
800-366-2912
See more than 2,000 classy, customized, restored and hot rodded vehicles as they
converge on Branson, Missouri.
Old Time Fiddle Contest
Usually held in late August
Location: old Branson Highschool Gymnasium, Sixth
Street and Maddux
417-334-1548
Hear some of the country’s best fiddle players as
they compete.
September
Annual Autumn Daze Craft Festival
Usually held in early September
Location: Downtown Branson at Awbery Parking Lot behind Dick's 5 & 10
417-334-1548
Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission is free!
The Annual Autumn Daze Craft Festival. Held in the heart of downtown; over 150
crafters
Compton Ridge Campground Fiddlers Convention
Usually held in mid-September
Location: Compton Ridge Campground, Hwy 265
417-338-2911
Fiddlers play tunes on stage in the Gathering Place.
Annual “Run Wild For Habitat”
Usually held in mid-September
Location: Table Rock State Park on Missouri 165
south of Table Rock Dam.
417-335-2015
Annual “Run Wild For Habitat” fund-raiser to benefit Mountain Country Habitat
for Humanity. A 3.1-mile run and 2-mile walk.
Rockaway Beach's Fall Festival
Usually held in mid-September
Location: Lakefront, Rockaway Beach, MO
800-798-0178.
Rockaway Beach’s Fall Festival, is fun for folks of all ages. It includes a
chili cook-off, craft and food vendors, horseshoe pitching contests and a
bluegrass concert, and a live talent show.
September – October
Festival of American Music & Craftsmanship
Held most of September and October
Location: Silver Dollar City
800-952-6626
This Festival combines the very best of crafts, music, and food into one
memorable experience that can proudly claim "Authentically made in the U.S.A.,"
October
Annual Cowboy Trade Day
Usually held in early October
Location: Wild Eye Ranch
417-357-6346
A variety of items to buy, sell or trade, including, horses, mules, stock dogs,
new and used tack, guns, horse drawn wagons, buggies, horse trailers, western
art, and more.
Fright Night
Held in late October
Location: Dogwood Canyon
417-779-5983
A special Halloween experience.
November – December
Branson Area Festival of Lights
Held most of November and December
Location: Festival of Lights Parkway off Bee Creek Road
800-214-3661
Spectacular 2 - 1/2 mile long drive with thousands of lighting displays.
Trail of Lights
Held most of November and December
Location: Shepherd of the Hills
800- 653-6288
A spectacular drive through display of lights, sound and motion presented in a
setting that makes it unique in all the world.
Ozark Mountain Christmas
Held most of November and December
Location: Throughout the Branson Area
800-214-3661
The Branson Area celebrates Christmas with holiday-themed shows, special
Christmas events, great shopping values, and spectacular lighting displays.
November
Annual Veterans' Day Parade & Ceremony
Held
annually on Veterans’ Day
Location: Downtown Branson
417-337-8387
Veterans' Day Parade & Ceremony. Parade begins at 11 a.m. with a ceremony
honoring veterans in historic downtown Branson. Sponsored by local veterans'
organizations.
December
Annual Adoration Parade & Lighting Ceremony
Usually held in early December
Location: Historic downtown Branson
417-334-4084
Festive night-time parade and Adoration with the lighting ceremony starting at
5:30 PM. Over 70 marching units and floats, decorated in lights and holiday
themes.
