Branson Attractions and Events
2011 CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
The month of December in Branson is filled with Christmas themed events. Numerous shows have special Christmas editions; attractions decorate the area with mesmerizing lights; and even Santa Claus comes by with his reindeers...
GOLDEN CORRAL
Branson's Golden Corral is the largest in the world, with a seating capacity of over 650. Our restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, and we're open 363 days per year (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). Our fabulous all-you-can-eat buffet offers over 80 items for breakfast, including omelets and eggs to order, sausage, ham, [...]
Hollywood Wax Museum
Hollywood Wax Museum is a landmark on Highway 76 in Branson and the only wax museum in the country devoted entirely to celebrity figures. A recent multi-million dollar renovation has brought more star power and dynamic style to the attraction. Branson visitors can now get close to some of the most famous people in show [...]
Mount Pleasant Winery
Learn the basics of wine tasting, how to pair wine with foods, and the five “S” rules to tasting wine like a pro. Enroll in Wine 101!!
Ride the Ducks
Everyone has fun aboard a Ride The Ducks sightseeing tour of Branson. It's the best way for families to enjoy Branson because we combine fun and music with history and sights. Adults and seniors will have just as much fun as kids. It's the best way for locals and visitors to see all that Branson has to offer. Ride The Ducks is the Branson attraction to experience when you visit just for the day, a weekend or a week.
Ripley's Believe It or Not!®
The most photographed building in Branson! Do you know why our building looks the way it does? Most people think California has had the worst earthquake, when actually Missouri holds the record. “In 1812 an earthquake measured more than 8.0 on the Richter Scale occurred at New madrid, Missouri. This earthquake made the Mississippi River [...]
Stone Hill Winery
Creating the best Missouri Wine with more than 160 years of rich winemaking heritage, Stone Hill Winery is an intriguing union of old world history and new world technology. As a Missouri Winery we stand for excellence and taste. We invite you to personally experience our Missouri Wines and the world of Stone Hill Winery [...]
Titanic Museum
Expect to see Titanic in a whole new light. Unlike traveling exhibits, Titanic Branson is a permanent two-story museum attraction shaped like Titanic herself. This astounding, signature building was built half-scale to the original.
Veterans Memorial Museum
Covering the Wars of the 20th Century including WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam & the Persian Gulf. The Veterans Memorial Museum in Branson, Missouri is a national tribute to the brave men and women who defended our liberties during the 20th Century. A visit to the museum is a powerful, emotional experience. As you wander the [...]
BIG screens! BIG shopping! BIG food! BIG live shows! What's Showing at the Branson IMAX®? Come see a Branson exclusive and take a powerful journey through the rich history and heritage of the region with the GIANT-screen IMAX® adventure, "Ozarks Legacy & Legend." Or choose from other "New" IMAX® films for a special treat during [...]
Attractions
Museums: The Titanic, Hollywood Wax Museum - Ripley's Believe it or Not - Ralph Foster Museum, Point Lookout, Missouri - Veterans Memorial Museum - World's Largest Antique Toy Museum
Rides and Thrills: Branson Scenic Railroad - Table Rock Helicopters
Outdoors: State Park Marina - Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
Water Rides: Ride the Ducks - Branson's American Star - Spirit of America
Go Kart Track: The Track
Miniature Golf Courses: Pirate's Cover Adventure Golf - Lost Treasure Golf - Indoor Mini Golf at Grand Country Square
Caves and Caverns: Cosmic Cavern in Berryville, Arkansas - Fantastic Caverns in Springfield, Missouri - Talking Rocks Cavern in Reeds Spring, Missouri
Family Entertainment Centers: Imax Entertainment Complex - White Water - Titanic - Grand Country Square
Movie Theaters: Elite Cinema III at the Imax Complex, Branson Meadows Cinemas
Golf: Pointe Royale Golf Course, Thousand Hills Golf Resort, Top of the Rock Golf Course, Branson Creek Golf Club, Holiday Hills Resort
Shopping: Grand Country Square, Grand Village, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows, Tanger Outlet Center, Coffelt Country Crossroads, Factory Merchants Mall
Calendar of Events
November 1 - December 31, 2011
Branson Area Festival of Lights
Location: Shepherd of the Hills Expressway
Experience all of Branson aglow for the holidays. From fabulous shows and dazzling lights to spectacular shopping and breathtaking scenery, Branson is a special gift for everyone in your family during this special time of year. The centerpiece, Branson Area Festival of Lights Drive-Through, will delight children of all ages. Your journey begins with a magical one-mile drive along a path illuminated with more than 175 displays. Conveniently located off Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Roark Valley Road.
November 1 - December 31, 2011
Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights
Location: Shepherd of the Hills Homestead
This 2-1/2 mile Christmas Adventure includes 3 dimensional mechanical displays with themed music and story lines. Once you drive onto the property you will be in a wonderland that will bring back the magic of Christmas you had a a little child. Your drive through the animated sights and sounds of Christmas ends at Inspiration Tower. Climb to the top, (or take the elevator) for a breathtaking site of the Ozark Mountains and Branson literally "lit up like a Christmas tree!" For more information visit www.trailoflights.com. Phone: 800-653-6288.
November 6 - December 30, 2011
An Old Time Christmas
Location: Silver Dollar City
Over 4 million dazzling lights, the musical 5-story Special Effects Christmas Tree with over one million lights, The Christmas Holiday Light Parade, holiday shows such as A Dickens' Christmas Carol, The Living Nativity and Frosty! You can even see Santa at Kringles Krossing. Weather permitting, enjoy Fire-In-The-Hole, Flooded Mine, Frisco Sing-Along Steam Train, Geyser Gulch, Grandfather's Mansion, Homestead Barnyard and Marvel Cave.
