More Reason with 5 Seasons

The great thing about a destination like Branson is it gives groups and visitors reasons to return time and time again with a variety of different seasonal experiences. Utilizing this information helps create more opportunities to sell and bring groups to Branson.

Winter (Jan-Feb)

If you’re looking for a quiet time to visit Branson, this is it. With average temperatures in the 50’s and infrequent snowfall, the winter months are great for exploring. Branson is both relaxing and entertaining with select shows, afterChristmas sales, golf, various attractions, and of course fishing in the area’s three expansive lakes.

Event Calendar

Branson is a host city to a variety of special concerts, festivals and events season after season. Numerous big-name artists and performers are flocking to the live music capital of the world each year. Here are some 2023 highlights.

Festivals & Events

Young Christians’ Weekend

Silver Dollar City

April each year

Branson Elvis Festival

Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater

April each year

Festival of Wonder

Silver Dollar City

April each year

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival

Silver Dollar City

May each year

Ozark Mountain Summer Celebration & Summer Nights

Silver Dollar City

June, July each year

Southern Gospel Picnic

Silver Dollar City

End of August each year

Autumn Daze Arts Festival

Historic Downtown Branson

September each year

Harvest Festival

Silver Dollar City

September & October each year

Veterans Homecoming Week

All of Branson

November 5 -11 each year

Annual Veterans Day Parade

Nov 11

Spring (Mar-May)

Branson comes to life during these marvelous months with redbuds and dogwoods blossoming. Obviously, Spring is ideal for the new show season, golfing the area’s courses, spending time on the lakes, and other activities in the great outdoors. Many events occur during the spring as well, such as Young Christians Weekend, The Branson Car Auction and Spring Break.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Family reunions from all over visit Branson for summer fun and great value. Area lakes offer an abundance of recreation, including skiing, wakeboarding, scuba diving, and fishing. Of course, you can’t forget about Branson’s theme parks, which everyone loves. You’ll also find countless shows, dining, attractions, and shopping.

Fall (Sept-Oct)

A gorgeous autumn landscape with rich hues ushers in several craft, pumpkin, and music festivals, as well as outdoor sporting events and tournaments to Branson. Take a sightseeing excursion and enjoy the explosion of autumn color.

Christmas (Nov-Dec)

Branson’s Ozark Mountain Christmas season begins the first of November, with the area transforming into a Christmas wonderland. Ozark Mountain Christmas includes special holiday events, Christmas shows galore and spectacular lighting displays. Learn more on the following page!

Ozark Mountain Christmas

All of Branson

November & December each year

Special Concerts

Grand Ladies of Country

Jul 28-29, Aug 25-26, Sep 22-23,

Oct 27-28, Nov 24-25

The Kendalls

Jul 21-22, Aug 18-19, Sep 15-16, Oct 20-21,

Nov 17-18, Dec 15-16

Branson Landing Summer Concert Series

Jul 3, Jul 22, Aug 5, Aug 19, Sept 2

Matt Gumm

Jul 6, 29, Aug 8, 25, Sep 5, 23, Oct 4, 16, Nov 20, 24, Dec 4, 16

Kidz Rock Jul 22, 23

Monty Python’s Spamalot Jul 27-Aug 6

Justin Moore and Scotty McCreery, Avery Ann Aug 18

Nelly and Friends Aug 19

Live Loud Tour: Tom Keifer, Winger, John Corabi Aug 23

The Inspirations Aug 24

The Whisnants Aug 25

The Hoppers Aug 26

Jeff & Sheri Easter Aug 27

Triumphant Quartet Aug 29

Karen Peck & New River Aug 30

The Sound Aug 31

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound Sep 1

Gold City Sep 2

The Isaacs Sep 3

The Martins Sep 4

Toby Mac, Cade Thompson, Natalie

Layne Sep 1

Country Music Days Sep 8-10

The Oak Ridge Boys

Sep 20, 21, Oct 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 26, 27, Nov 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16

Jimmy Fortune

Sep 21, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov 4, 9

Gene Watson

Sep 22, Oct 3, Oct 21, Nov 11

Larry’s Country Diner

Oct 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Women of Joy Event feat. Danny Gokey

Oct 6-8

Nuggets From the Horse I Rode In On: The Life and Times of Jim Stafford

Oct 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20

Conway Remembered

Oct 10, 11, 12

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder Oct 13

Gatlin Brothers Oct 14, Nov 17

Bellamy Brothers Oct 20, Nov 18

Paul Harris and the Cleverlys

Oct 28, Nov 17

Daniel O’Donell

Nov 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16

Hearts and Hopes of Heroes Nov 6

Veterans Show Nov 6

Brooklyn Tabernacle Singers

Mar 13, 2024

Cathedrals Family Reunion

Mar 16, 2024

Branson Music Fest 2024

Apr 19-20, 2024

The Christmas season is truly magical in Branson. Beginning November 1, Branson is transformed into a stunning Christmas wonderland and is considered one of the top holiday destinations in the US. Numerous Branson Christmas shows take place offering guests a classic Christmas experience. Guests will hear timeless classics as well as the fun Christmas songs that everyone enjoys singing. There is no other place in America you can get this type of Christmas entertainment. From millions of lights dazzling in the Ozarks to Christmas trees everywhere you look, it is easy to get into the Christmas spirit.

Branson offers three Christmas light drive-thrus. A group favorite for its easy entry and exit is Lights of Joy, featuring over 300 Christmas light displays and RGB dancing light tunnel.

An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City is a favorite. Its a USA Today Reader’s Choice winner for the nation’s Best Theme Park Holiday Event. With over 6.5 million lights decorating the theme park you’ll be transported into a magical experience of Christmas delight. Whether it’s the shows, Christmas parade, rides or Christmas treats you come for, you’ll be filled with the Christmas spirit.

Branson also offers some of the best Christmas stores. Visit Kringle’s at the Grand Village and be astonished by the numerous Christmas trees, ornaments, and decorations.

There are so many ways to experience Ozark Mountain Christmas in Branson. With all of these incredible Christmas experiences, this is one of the most popular times for groups where wonderful memories are made, and the true meaning of Christmas shines bright. Book early.

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Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru is a spectacular place to celebrate Christmas in Branson. With over 1 mile of lights and 250 displays, bring your family to one of Branson’s most beautiful Christmas traditions. New LED displays this year!