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Every November, Branson comes alive with patriotic pride as our community gathers to honor the brave men and women who've served our country with an entire week of activities Nov. 5 - Nov. 11. Whether you're a veteran, a military family member, or simply someone who wants to show gratitude, Veterans Week and Veterans Day in Downtown Branson offers meaningful ways to celebrate—and RideSparky makes it easier than ever to experience it all. Veterans Week Highlights Nov. 5 – 10, 2025 BVTF Veterans VillageBallparks of America, Bldgs 2 & 31000 Pat Nash Dr.Open Daily from 9:00AM – 4:00PMVeterans Village is visited by thousands of military veterans, active troops, first responders and other patriots and their families during Veterans Week annually November 5-10. It includes a mess hall (11:30AM – 1:30PM…

Q: Is the RideSparky trolley stroller-friendly? Absolutely! Fold up the stroller and bring it aboard. If you have a really large one, our trolleys are equipped with wheelchair lifts, which work perfectly for strollers too—even those big double strollers. Q: How much does it cost to ride with my kids? It’s completely free! That’s right—you, your kids, grandma, the stroller, the diaper bag, all of it—no charge. We’re here to make exploring downtown Branson easy and budget-friendly for families. Tips are appreciated if you’d like to show some love to our drivers, but there’s absolutely no pressure or requirement. Q: How often do the trolleys come? Will we be waiting forever with restless kids? Our trolleys run on a continuous loop, so you typically won’t wait more than 15-20 minutes…

It's finally Fall and the first ever Branson Fall Fest is happening Oct. 3 & 4, 2025, throughout Historic Downtown Branson. Join us from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. each day for FREE music and entertainment, a pumpkin scavenger hunt, face painting for the kids, balloon art and other fun activities! Stroll through streets filled with pumpkins and fall décor, enjoy exclusive store specials and sidewalk sales, take part in a pumpkin scavenger hunt for fun prizes, and snap photos at our cozy seasonal photo ops. With face painting, warm cider, it's the perfect way to welcome fall this year and support your favorite local businesses! Entertainment Schedule FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd 10 amSTEPHANIE CALLAHAN (Main & Veterans)10:30 amBALDRIDGE BROTHERS (Main & Commercial near Dick’s & Patricia House)11 amMOTOWN: Eddie Stovall,…

One of the more unique things to come to Branson in recent years is celebrity linked restaurants at Branson Landing. Read on to learn more about how you can sample these famous offerings! Paula Deen's Family Kitchen 545 Branson Landing Blvd, Branson MO 65616417-320-5127North end of Branson Landing If you love Southern-Style home cooking (if you don't, we need to talk!), there's no better place to go than Paula Deen's Family Kitchen on the north side of Branson Landing, right next to Trolley Stop #6. This is one of only four Paula Deen Family Kitchen restaurants in the country run in conjunction with her celebrity culinary sons Jamie and Bobby Deen. This HUGE eatery has 300 seats and is the perfect spot to enjoy a home-cooked meal with friends and…

Celebrate America’s Independence early on Thursday, July 3rd. It's time for the 18th annual Liberty Light Up, hosted by Branson Landing. There's plenty of places you can see the fireworks over Lake Taneycomo from all over Downtown Branson (they kick off around 9:20 p.m. or so). But the best seat is in front the Branson Landing Fountains, where you will also be treated to free concerts. The Beer Garden opens at 5:30 p.m., sponsored by Wil Fischer Budweiser. Bring a lawn chair and come early to pick out your spot to enjoy Damsel, starting at 6:30 p.m. Then stay for The Dirty Saints, performing at 8 p.m. and then again at 10:30 p.m. after the fireworks. The Dirty Saints were voted Best Cover Band by the readers of 417 Magazine.…

There are a number of lodging properties in Downtown Branson that welcome you and your furry travelers. Below is a summary of several downtown properties and their pet policies. Please note that while the free Downtown Branson "Sparky" trolleys welcome service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, for safety reasons we cannot accommodate pets on the trolleys. Hilton Branson Convention Center 200 E Main St.Branson, MO 65616 The Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel allows up to 2 pets (dogs or cats) up to 75 lbs each in a room. There is a non-refundable fee of $100 per stay. Pets may be left unattended in rooms and housekeeping will not enter if pets are unattended. Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing 3 Branson LandingBranson, MO 65616 Allows up to…

This Memorial Day Weekend, (May 23 to May 26, 2025), veterans, active-duty service members, and their families will gather in Branson, Missouri, for a new event unlike any other. Rally Point Branson is a high-energy, patriotic experience designed to honor those who served, strengthen bonds within the Veteran community, and create lasting memories with family and friends. Attendees can spend time with their loved ones, reconnect with fellow service members and simply take in the sights of a city that proudly celebrates those who serve. The weekend gets started on Friday night in Downtown Branson with a Kickoff Celebration on the south parking of the Branson Convention Center. Attendees will enjoy a free concert by Eastern Heights, lots of kid-friendly activities like bounce houses, and food. There also will be…

The school year is wrapping up, and Memorial Day Weekend is the official start of family summer fun in Branson. Jump-start your summer with a great weekend in Branson. And the free Sparky trolleys are running all weekend long to help you get around Downtown Branson. So, if you’re looking to have fun and make great family memories, be sure to plan some time in our amazing downtown! Here are some of the fun (and most are free) activities around the Branson area that you don't want to miss: Branson Landing Summer Concert Series Branson Landing's free Summer Concert Series kicks off in Downtown Branson Saturday, May 24, with music from Bad Mojo at 7:00 PM and Queen City Dad Bods at 8:30 PM. Bring a blanket or folding chairs…

You may remember the first phases of the Downtown Branson "streetscape" upgrades that took place in 2017. These beautification projects added sidewalks, brick pavers, streetlights, planters... and Liberty Plaza. Since then, there have been numerous other additions like a covered trolley stop and public bathroom renovations. There was always a planned "Phase 4" of the project that was going to do significant upgrades to Main Street, the busiest corridor in downtown. Now, after a few years, work is finally getting underway on April 1, 2025, with an anticipated completion date of Oct. 15, 2025. To reduce long-term disruptions, the city has approved a 24-hour construction schedule throughout the duration of the project. The project will be completed in sub-phases to ensure continued access to businesses for residents and visitors alike.…

It's almost April, and that means that the Farmers' Market of the Ozarks is returning to Downtown Branson for the seasonal Branson Farmers' Market, which is located on the Branson Landing south parking lot (near the Lake Taneycomo bridges). The market is every Tuesday in April - October, from 2:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Come for the fresh flowers, locally grown produce, unique food items, arts and crafts ... and live entertainment! Farmers Market of the Ozarks combines farm fresh goodness, hand-crafted products and local eateries, all in one location that is easily accessible to the community.  Customers can shop for their weekly groceries, find unique gifts that are made from local artisans, enjoy musical talents of local artists and enjoy breakfast and lunch, all within the market’s laid back…