1Branson, Missouri

Known for its family-friendly attractions and live shows, Branson turns into a holiday hotspot during the Christmas season.   

The city’s Ozark Mountain Christmas celebration is filled with light displays, parades, and live holiday performances. The centerpiece of Branson’s Christmas season is Silver Dollar City, a 19th-century-themed amusement park that is transformed into a glittering holiday village. The park’s An Old Time Christmas event includes over 6.5 million lights, a towering Christmas tree, and live holiday shows like A Dickens’ Christmas Carol.

Branson also offers a Christmas Light Tour, where visitors can drive through the Branson Scenic Railway or cruise on Lake Taneycomo to see stunning light displays. For music lovers, Branson’s famous theaters present a variety of Christmas-themed performances, from country music to gospel and everything in between. With its small-town charm and big holiday spirit, Branson offers a wholesome and festive Christmas experience.

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