Branson Parks & Recreation to Offer Pick-Up and Delivery for At-Risk Population

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department, in coordination with the City of Branson, would like to offer assistance to those in high-risk demographics in need throughout the Branson community during this difficult time as we continue to deal with the ...

Branson Police Department Now Offers On-Line Reporting

The Branson Police Department has established a new online reporting system, available immediately, that now allows citizens to report certain incidents conveniently online.

In-progress incidents, incidents with suspects on-scene or known to the victim, an...

Essential Business & Gathering F.A.Q.

On March 23, 2020, the City of Branson passed an essential business and social gathering ordinance to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. That law is now in effect. The goal of the ordinance is to make sure that only essential businesses in the city are...

Board of Aldermen Vote to Restrict All Non-Essential Business

In an emergency special meeting held Monday, March 23, 2020, at Branson City Hall, the Board of Aldermen voted 5 to 1 on the first reading and 5 to 1 on the second and final reading with Alderman Kevin McConnell voting no both times, to amend Chapter 58 o...

Branson Parks to Close Until Further Notice

Effective immediately, all Branson Parks and Recreation parks and trails will be closed until further notice to assist in preventing the spread of COVID-19.  This difficult decision was made as the City of Branson continues to try to do their par...

COVID-19 UPDATE: City of Branson Public Gathering Restrictions - FAQ

On March 19, 2020, the City of Branson passed a public gathering ordinance to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The goal of the ordinance is to make sure that people are not gathering in groups of ten or more and enclosed areas that are open to the pu...

Board of Aldermen Pass Resolution with Community Guidelines

The Branson Board of Aldermen unanimously passed a resolution at tonight’s Board of Aldermen meeting, encouraging the citizens of the City of Branson to implement the COVID-19 mitigation strategies laid out by the Centers for Disease Control (CD...

Branson Board of Aldermen Vote to Restrict Public Gathering & Limit Business Occupancy

On a double read, both with unanimous votes, the Branson Board of Aldermen passed Bill No. 5806 at tonight’s Board of Aldermen meeting, amending Chapter 58 of the Branson Municipal Code pertaining to public gatherings, designed to limit the spre...

Branson City Hall & Recycle Center Closed to Public Starting Friday

In light of the recent COVID-19 health concerns, the City of Branson is closing City Hall and its Recycle Center to the public, starting Friday, March 20, 2020.

Work will continue in City Hall as normal, but with reduced staff levels. Residents, community ...

City of Branson Alternative Payment/License Renewal Instructions

In light of the recent COVID-19 health concerns, the City of Branson is working to eliminate the need for our citizens to have to come into City Hall to pay water bills, taxes, or to renew licenses.

Utility Payments and Billing

Payment processing and billin...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Branson RecPlex to Close Until Further Notice

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will close the Branson RecPlex at the end of business on Friday, March 20, 2020, until further notice, to assist in the efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  The building closure will include al...

Regular Board of Aldermen Meeting Moved to Thursday Night

The regular Branson Board of Aldermen meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2020, has now been moved to Thursday, March 19, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Branson City Hall council chambers, located at 110 W. Maddux St.     &n...

Mayor Issues Emergency Proclamation for City of Branson

After Missouri Governor Mike Parson declared a State of Emergency for the State of Missouri and under the request of the City’s Emergency Management Director, Branson Mayor Edd Akers has issued an Emergency Proclamation for the City of Branson.

T...

City of Branson Taking Action in Response to COVID-19

The health and safety of our residents, community members, and visitors is our number one priority. The City of Branson is taking precautionary measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community and minimize its impact.

The following are changes t...

Free Community Easter Egg Hunt, April 11, 2020

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host the Branson United Methodist Church for the 5^th annual Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 11, 2020, at the Branson RecPlex ball field complex.

This FREE event is for children from infants to 10-years ...

Architectural Contract Finalized for New Police & Fire Buildings

The Branson Board of Aldermen approved Bill No. 5792 at their February 25, 2020 regular meeting, finalizing the phase two contract for the architectural and engineering services with Architect Design Group for both the new Fire Station and Police Headquar...

Pedestrian Safety Improvements Continue at Gretna Rd & W 76 Country Blvd

The City of Branson’s Public Works Department will continue upgrading the pedestrian signals at the Gretna Rd. and W. 76 Country Blvd intersection at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2020, and will continue the work through the end of the week to...

Temporary W. 76 Country Blvd Lane Closure Extended

Recent weather conditions have forced the extension of the temporary westbound lane closure on W. 76 Country Blvd. in front of WonderWorks, located at 2835 W. 76 Country Blvd. through March 31, 2020, to complete the right of way improvements.

Drivers will ...

City Encourages Community to Email State to help Protect Wastewater Treatment Plant

The City of Branson is encouraging residents, community members, and stakeholders to email the Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED), at mocdbg-mit@ded.mo.gov, to express support for spending federal grant money towards a flood protection syst...

Lane Closure on W. 76 Country Blvd Friday

The east-bound lane of W. 76 Country Blvd will be temporarily closed in front of Outback Steak & Oyster Bar, 1914 W. 76 Country Blvd, from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2020, for sign installation.

Lane closure and traffic control wil...

Pedestrian Safety Improvements at Gretna Rd & W 76 Country Blvd

The City of Branson’s Public Works Department will begin upgrading the pedestrian signals at the Gretna Rd. and W. 76 Country Blvd intersection at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 27, 2020, and will continue the work through the end of the week t...

Register Now for Branson Parks & Rec Youth Baseball and Softball

Registration is now open for the Branson Parks & Recreation Department’s youth baseball, softball and Tiny Tot T-Ball.

Youth baseball leagues are available for boys ages 5-12 years old and youth softball leagues are available for girls ages 5...

Branson to Host FREE Responsible Alcohol Selling Class

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, March 5, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers which is now offered at no cost.

Training for responsible ...

Guardrail Repairs Moved to this Week

Guardrail repairs that were scheduled throughout the City, last week have been rescheduled for this week. The City of Branson Public Works Department will work with Highway Safety Solutions, a guardrail company, to repair damaged sections of guardrail on ...

City of Branson looking to Fill Human Resources Committee Vacancy

The City of Branson has the following Board and Committee vacancies. The deadline for applications is February 28, 2020, at 4:30 p.m.:

• HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE – One position open to fill an unexpired term until April 2020

The Human Resources Com...

Guardrail Repairs Throughout Branson This Week

The City of Branson Public Works Department will work with Highway Safety Solutions, a guardrail company, to repair damaged sections of guardrail on area roadways starting Wednesday, February 18, 2020, and will continue through the end of the week.

Motoris...

Branson Parks & Rec Hiring for Summer Jobs

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host a Job Fair on March 14, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Branson RecPlex, located at 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, for anyone interested in working on the Parks & Recreation team this summer....

Branson Police Chief to Present Biannual Report February 20

Branson Police Chief, Jeff Matthews will present the Department’s biannual report to the Branson Board of Aldermen at the regularly scheduled study session on February 20, 2020, at 12:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers in Branson City Hall located ...

Registration Open for School-Age Spring Break Camp

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its Spring Break Camp to ensure your children have a safe, fun time while on break from the classroom.

The Spring Break Camp will correspond with the Branson School calendar a...

Branson Police to Participate in Valentine's Day Speed Enforcement Campaign

The Branson Police Department is urging all drivers in Branson to slow down to keep their loved ones safe this Valentine’s Day. There will be extra police officers on the roads this Friday looking for speeders as the Branson Police Department jo...

City Initiates Dangerous Building Process for 102 N. Fifth St

On January 15, 2020, the Director of Planning & Development issued a Findings of Fact and a Written Order of Abatement declaring the apartments at 102 N. Fifth Street as dangerous.

The formal order provided the property owner with 30 days to address th...

Branson Public Safety Sales Tax Update

Branson residents passed a half-cent sales tax in 2017 to make the City of Branson a safer place by spending the money on public safety measures like updating and replacing old equipment and growing the police and fire departments. The City of Branson has...

Register Now for Spring Youth Soccer

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently registering for spring co-ed and PeeWee soccer.

Youth leagues are available for boys and girls who are 5-15 years old. Practices begin on March 9, 2020. Teams will practice once a week, with all ga...

Branson to Host FREE Responsible Alcohol Selling Class in February

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, February 13, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers which is now offered at no cost.

Training for responsi...

Branson Planning & Development Report Shows Consistent Growth in City

The City of Branson’s Planning & Development Department’s 4^th Quarter Report for 2019 shows a steady increase in building permits and a significant increase in construction value for the City.

Some of the highlights from the 2019 4^t...

Branson Police Investigate Burglary at Best Buy

The Branson Police Department is actively investigating a burglary that occurred at the Best Buy located at 977 Branson Hills Pkwy on January 20, 2020.

The Branson burglary involved over $50,000 of stolen merchandise. Investigators have identified and have...

Temporary Lane Closures at Gretna & Roark Valley Road Monday

White River Valley Electric will temporarily close lanes at the intersection of Roark Valley Road and Gretna Road on Monday, February 3, 2020, from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to replace utility poles.

Drivers will still be able to get through this intersection...

Branson Traffic Signals Getting an Upgrade to Improve Traffic Flow

Drivers in Branson should expect to see a crew of Public Works and Engineering Department employees as well as Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) employees upgrading traffic signals, starting today, at 26 intersections throughout Branson that w...

Annual RecPlex Activity Guide Available Now

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the release of the 2020 Activity Guide which provides information including times, dates and fees for all of the programs and special events offered through the Parks Department, as well...

Temporary W. 76 Country Blvd Lane Closure Extended

Recent weather conditions have forced the extension of the temporary westbound lane closure on W. 76 Country Blvd in front of WonderWorks, located at 2835 W 76 Country Blvd through March 1, 2020, to complete the right of way improvements.

Drivers will stil...

Branson Police Respond to Shooting Incident

At approximately 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2020, the Branson Police Department responded to a shooting incident in the 100 block of Champagne Drive. Arriving officers identified a 25-year old male with a gunshot wound to his arm and administered ...

Register Now for Adult Co-Ed Trampoline Dodgeball

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce a new partnership with Big Air Trampoline Park to offer an Adult Co-Ed Dodgeball Tournament and League.

All games will be played at Big Air Trampoline Park, located at 3300 Gretna Rd., in...

Parks Department to Offer New TreeKeepers Program

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is proud to announce a new program known as TreeKeepers for citizens who are interested in becoming more knowledgeable about urban tree planting and tree care and to help beautify the Branson community.

This pr...

Downtown Awberry Restroom Closed for Repairs starting Jan 27

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will close the Awberry bathroom, a public restroom located at 111 North Commercial St, behind Dick’s 5 & 10, downtown, starting January 27, 2020, for needed sewer upgrades. This project is expect...

Branson Fire Rescue to Present Class on Indoor Pyrotechnics

Branson Fire Rescue will present a course on the safe use of indoor pyrotechnics on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, from 1-5 p.m. at the Branson Fire Rescue training center located on the Ball Parks of America campus in building 13, suite 6. This course aims...

Community Center Offers New Exercise Classes for 2020

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce a full slate of great exercise classes at the Branson Community Center for the start of 2020, including a brand-new chair yoga class. The Branson Community Center is designed to provide ...

E Long St. Closed Wednesday and Thursday

The Branson Public Works Department will close E Long St. to traffic starting Wednesday, January 15, 2020, through Thursday, January 16, 2020, for repairs to the railroad crossing at E Long St and Branson Landing Blvd.

Drivers should take an alternate rout...

Public Works Crew on W. 76 Country Blvd this Week and Next

Drivers along W. 76 Country Blvd should expect to see a crew of Public Works employees collecting data and maintaining the Storm Drain System starting Wednesday, January 15, 2020, through January 22, 2020. This work is expected to have little to no traffi...

Temporary Lane Closure on 76 Country Blvd Today

The City of Branson Public Works Department will close the westbound lane of 76 Country Blvd in front of the Titanic Museum starting today, Tuesday, January 14, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to help remove the thirty-foot Christmas tree at the Titani...

Aldermen Candidacy Declarations Deadline Approaching

There is one week remaining for anyone who would like to run for a Branson Alderman seat in the upcoming spring local election. The deadline to declare candidacy for the position of a Branson Alderman is Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.

Registered v...

Registration Now Open for Mother Son Event

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host its second annual Mother Son Event at Big Cedar’s Fun Mountain, located at Devil’s Pool Rd, Ridgedale, Missouri, on Saturday, February 8, 2020. The event is designed to provide an...

Registration Now Open for Father Daughter Dance

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host its ninth annual Father Daughter Dance, sponsored by the Fogle Family Foundation, on Saturday, February 8, 2020, from 6:30-9:00 p.m. at the Branson RecPlex, located at 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, Branso...

Donations to Branson Fire Rescue Enable New Water Rescue Initiative

Recent donations from local business owners will allow Branson Fire Rescue to create an official water rescue initiative that Fire officials are aiming to have operational by mid-2020.

Healing Tree Health Club owners, Dr. Joy and Tom Watson, donated $1,500...

Temporary Lane Closure on Gretna Road Wednesday

The Branson Public Works Department would like to make drivers aware of a temporary lane closure on the outside northbound lane of Gretna road between Branson Meadows and Violin Drive starting at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2020. The inside lane wi...

City Issues Forced Closure Notices to Three Lodging Establishments

The City of Branson is issuing forced closure notices, January 7, 2020, for the following lodging establishments for failure to have a current business license:

• Polar Bear Inn (Lowden Street Properties) 3545 Arlene Dr
• Travel Inns (Travel Inn Apartments) 251...

Temporary Lane Closure on W Hwy 76 throughout January

The Branson Public Works Department would like to make drivers aware of a temporary westbound lane closure on W. Hwy 76, from LongHorn Steak House to Gettin' Basted, throughout the month of January to accommodate large construction equipment for Wonder Wo...

Holiday (Tree) Recycling in Branson

The City of Branson would like to remind residents and guests of its 24/7 recycle services and encourages everyone to recycle the cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, and cans that tend to pile up during the holidays.

There are two locations in the City to dr...

Branson Community Unites to Deliver Christmas to area Seniors

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department, in coordination with SeniorAge Area Agency on Aging, brightened the day of 250 local seniors during the fourth annual Adopt-A-Senior program, a program designed to remember local seniors who are on fixed inco...

Branson Police to Participate in DWI Enforcement Campaign Starting This Weekend

The Branson Police Department will participate in the nationwide DWI campaign, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” starting December 20, 2019, to crack down on substance-impaired driving. This crackdown will include high-visibility enfor...

Dates Set for April Branson City Election

The Missouri Secretary of State has set the spring local election day as April 7, 2020.  Registered voters in Branson will be able to vote for the Alderman representing their Ward.  Each of the City’s three Wards will have an A...

City to Roll Out New Permitting Software in January

The City of Branson’s Planning & Development Department will launch “Citizenserve,” a new digital land management software system that will make the development and building permit process in Branson more efficient and tr...

Registration Open for School-Age Winter Break Camp

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its Winter Break Camp to ensure your children have a safe, fun time while on break from the classroom.

The Winter Break Camp will correspond with Branson Schools calendar and ...

New Parks & Rec Youth Cheer Program to Start in January

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for a new youth cheerleading program that will begin in early January.

This program is designed to allow girls’ grades 2nd-6th an opportunity to learn cheerleading...

Branson to Host FREE Responsible Alcohol Selling Class Dec. 5, 2019

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, December 5, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers which is now offered at no cost.

Training for responsib...

Branson Parks to Host Annual Breakfast with Santa

Bring the kids to see Santa as he makes a special visit to the Branson RecPlex for the Branson Parks & Recreation Department’s annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

Three sessions are available at 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. an...

Branson Home Depot Donates Materials to Fire Rescue Team

The Branson Home Depot has teamed up with Branson Fire Rescue as a community service partner by donating nearly $600 in lumber and materials for the use in technical rescue incidents.

Home Depot’s donation includes treated lumber, plywood sheetin...

Lane Closure on Branson Landing Blvd Sunday

The City of Branson’s Public Works Department will close one lane on Branson landing Blvd near the roundabout on Sunday, November 24, 2019, for sign replacement.

This lane closure is expected to have minimal impact on traffic in the roundabout. C...

Branson Fire Department Urges Winter Weather Preparedness

As winter weather season approaches, the Branson Fire Department wants to remind residents and community members to prepare for snow, ice, freezing temperatures, freezing rain, and even blizzard conditions.

 “As we’ve seen in t...

Register Now for Winter Adult Basketball & Volleyball

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently taking registrations for Winter Adult Basketball and Adult Volleyball leagues.  Both the basketball and volleyball league are designed for teams of all skill levels and offer the opportun...

Adopt-A-Senior This Christmas Season

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department, in coordination with Senior Age Area on Aging, is excited to offer an Adopt-A-Senior program for area senior citizens. This program started three years ago to provide gifts and well-wishes to Branson area senio...

MoDOT to Reduce White River Bridge to One-Lane Tuesday

Drivers should expect delays next week when the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) reduces the Missouri Route 76/Business 65 White River Bridge to one-lane Tuesday, November 19, 2019, for a routine safety inspection.

According to a MoDOT press r...

Branson Fire Department Urges Thanksgiving Cooking Safety

As the Holidays approach, the Branson Fire Department would like to remind everyone of some Thanksgiving safety tips to keep in mind as you think about cooking a big meal or preparing a turkey.

House fires are a lot more common in the month of November bec...

City of Branson ‘At the Ready’ for Winter Weather

As winter weather makes its way to the Ozarks, the Branson Public Works Department is prepped and ready to go for any weather that may impact local roads.

Winter weather preparation actually starts months in advance. That’s when employees make su...

City Monitoring Table Rock Corps Spillway Release

The City of Branson expects minor flooding along the banks of Lake Taneycomo from the Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District’s announced increase spillway release from Table Rock Dam. The Corps started the spillway Thursday, November 7, 2019, ...

Branson Police Start Holiday Crime Prevention Campaign

As the Holiday season approaches, the Branson Police Department wants to help prevent residents, visitors and businesses from being victims of crimes that tend to happen more frequently, nation-wide, during the winter months. Starting this Friday on its F...

Branson Firefighters Respond to Restaurant Fire

The Branson Fire Department responded to a fire at the Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House, located at 997 State Highway 165, at about 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2019.

Firefighters discovered a working fire in an HVAC unit with smoke traveling th...

City of Branson Encourages Proper Leaf Disposal

With autumn in full swing, many Branson residents are wondering what to do with their growing piles of leaves. While there are several options for residents, the City recommends mowing over the leaves as they accumulate, allowing the leaf litter to enrich...

Change Your Clock & Smoke Alarm Batteries This Weekend!

Branson Firefighters would like to remind residents to not only change the clocks this weekend as Daylight saving time comes to an end but to also change the batteries in all smoke alarms. The official time change occurs at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 3...

Lane Closure on W. 76 Country Blvd on Wednesday

The westbound lane of W. 76 Country Boulevard will be closed to traffic at the northeast corner of Hwy 165 and W. 76 County Boulevard (see map) on Wednesday, October 30, 2019, while city crews work with the Branson Christmas Coalition to assemble and inst...

Water Main Break on Eiserman Ave Thursday Morning

The City of Branson Utilities Department has had to shut off the water to approximately 48 properties while crews work on a water main break near the intersection of Eiserman Ave and Malone Dr on Thursday, October 24, 2019.

The crew will have Eiserman Ave....

Branson Firefighters Respond to Non-Injury House Fire

The Branson Fire Department was notified of a possible house fire about 3:45 a.m. on Monday, October 21, 2019, in the 900 block of Oak Grove Street in downtown Branson.

Firefighters arrived to find smoke showing from the eaves of a single story residential...

Lane Closures on W. 76 Country Blvd Rescheduled for Tuesday

Lane Closures that were expected in the 1900 block of W. 76 Country Blvd near Outback Steakhouse and Grand Country Music Hall on Monday, October 21, 2019, for sign work, have now been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2019, due to the overnight storms....

Branson Police & Fire Officials Urge Safety for Upcoming Halloween Activities

The Branson Fire and Police Departments are reminding area residents to keep safety in mind during upcoming Halloween celebrations for the well-being of the children in area neighborhoods.

Here are some safety tips to remember:

• Purchase flame-resistant cost...

Road Name Change Announced for Part of Highway 76

Effective immediately, the 911 physical address or “road name,” has changed along the route previously addressed as W. State Hwy 76. The new road name is “W. 76 Country Blvd.”

This address change only applie...

Board to Discuss Water and Sewer Rates at Upcoming Meeting

The City of Branson Utilities Department will hold a public hearing and discussion on increasing water and sewer rates at the next regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting, Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Keeping water and sewer ...

Missouri Pickleball Champion Coming to Branson RecPlex

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host a series of Pickleball events in the coming weeks with Kasandra Marie, the #1 ranked women’s Pickleball Player in Missouri.

On Sunday, November 10, 2019, Marie will instruct two clinics at t...

City of Branson Police Department to give Biannual Report

The Branson Police Department will give its biannual report to the Branson Board of Aldermen at the regularly scheduled study session on October 17, 2019, at 12:30 p.m. in the council chambers at Branson City Hall located at 110 W. Maddux St.

This report i...

Branson Police Conduct Random Alcohol Compliance Checks

The Branson Police Department conducted random alcohol compliance checks on October 8 and 9, 2019, at 79 licensed businesses throughout the City. These alcohol compliance checks are conducted quarterly at local businesses who are issued City of Branson li...

Branson’s Stockstill Park Closed to Due Flash Flooding Damage

The City of Branson’s Stockstill Park, located at 524 Stockstill Lane is closed until further notice, due to damage it sustained by flash flood waters from nearby Roark Creek.

Floodwaters from Roark creek have left debris and rock scattered throu...

Tonight’s Movie in the Park Moved Indoors

Tonight’s regularly scheduled Movie in the Park has been moved indoors to the Branson RecPlex due to the expected low temperatures.

The event, originally scheduled to be held at Liberty Plaza, will now be held in the Community Rooms at the Branso...

Parks Department Partners with Local Artists for Park Mural

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department has partnered with the local art group, Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) to paint a mural along a 200-foot long wall at Murphy Park, located at 499 Neihardt Avenue in Branson.

The group of artists, led...

Branson Parks & Rec to Host Annual Halloween BOOnanza

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is gearing up for its annual Halloween BOOnanza celebration that will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019, from 5-8 p.m. along the walking path at the Branson RecPlex ball field complex.

Come prepared for a n...

City of Branson Receives Clean Audit for 2018

The City of Branson has achieved a clean financial audit rating for the 7th consecutive year for Fiscal Year 2018. The independent auditing firm of Allen, Gibbs, & Houlik, L.C. was engaged to audit the City’s financial statements and present...

Branson to Host FREE Responsible Alcohol Selling Class

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, October 10, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers which is now offered at no cost.

Training for responsib...

Free Movie in the Park at Liberty Plaza in October

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department will host a “Movie in the Park” at Liberty Plaza on Friday, October 11, 2019.

In the spirit of the fall season, the popular movie “Goosebumps” will be taking center-stage a...

Reel in the Big One at the Annual Rotary Kids Fishing Derby

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department is once again partnering with the Branson Daybreakers Rotary Club to invite area youth to enjoy a catch and release fishing tournament at its annual Kid’s Fishing Derby. The Derby will be at the new fi...

Branson’s Finance Department Wins Award for 2019 Budget

The City of Branson’s Finance Department has been awarded the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the fifth consecutive year for the 2019 budget document.

This is a significant ac...

Community gearing up for National Night Out October 1

The City of Branson is preparing for Branson’s annual National Night Out (NNO) that will be held Tuesday, October 1, 2019, from 6 to 8 p.m. NNO is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood...

Branson Code Enforcement Moves to Police Department

The City of Branson’s Code Enforcement operations have moved from the Planning & Development Department to the Police Department as part of a reorganization to streamline the City’s enforcement services. This move is intended to be...

Hit a Bulls Eye with Branson Parks Archery Clinics

The City of Branson’s Parks and Recreation Department will host two clinics to introduce youth in grades 4 and up, to the sport of archery on Wednesday evenings throughout the month of October and November. 

Archery is one of the fastest...

Two Positions Available on Branson’s Park Board

The City of Branson is now taking applications for two open Park Board positions. The deadline for applications is September 30, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.

ADVISORY PARK BOARD

• One position open to fill an unexpired term until June 2020.
• One position open to fill an ...

Learn How to Ballroom Dance at the Fall Frolic

The City of Branson’s Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a “Fall Frolic” Dance with the famed Branson Ballroom Dancers on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. at the Branson Community Center.

Residents, co...

Branson Fire Department to Participate in Light the Night 2019

In an effort to honor the 119 firefighters from across the country who died in the line of duty in 2018, the Branson Fire Department will light up all City fire stations with red lights from September 29-October 6, 2019 and invite community members to par...

Register Now for Branson Parks & Rec Fall Adult Basketball & Volleyball

The City of Branson Parks and Recreation Department is currently taking registrations for Fall Adult Basketball and Adult Volleyball leagues.  Both the basketball and volleyball league are designed for teams of all skill levels and offer the oppo...

City to Auction Surplus Property

The City of Branson will conduct an online auction of surplus property on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. 

Items up for auction include 14 vehicles, a C7500 dump truck, a boom mower and other items that are no longer needed by the City.

The City has c...

City Wide Fall Cleanup Set for Week of September 30

The Branson Public Works Department will conduct its annual Fall Cleanup beginning Monday, September 30,  through Thursday, October 3, to help residents properly dispose of large unwanted items at no cost. This service is offered to Branson resid...

Traffic Signal Upgrades Tuesday, September 10

The City of Branson Engineering Department will be upgrading two traffic signals Tuesday, September 10, 2019, with new equipment that will reduce traffic congestion and improve safety at two intersections that are located near Branson Public Schools.

Crews...

Regular Board of Aldermen Meeting Moved

The regular Branson Board of Aldermen meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 10, 2019 has been moved to Thursday, September 12, 2019 because of a scheduling conflict. The meeting will still be held in the City Hall council chambers and will still be at ...

Branson Aldermen Pass Ordinance to Encourage Electric Vehicle Use

The City of Branson’s Board of Aldermen passed an ordinance that prohibits any person from parking a vehicle that is not an electric vehicle (EV) in an area designated for EV charging, at the last Board of Aldermen meeting, held August, 27 at Ci...

Tax Dollars at Work – Big Improvements to Branson Park

Branson residents and guests will notice big improvements to the roads and trails at the Branson Lakeside RV Park as the Branson Public Works Department and the Parks & Recreation Department worked together to overlay the roads and make improvements t...

Police Investigate Robbery at the Branson Landing

Branson Police Officers responded to a report of an armed robbery on August 18, at 9:26 p.m. at the Charleys Philly Steaks Restaurant at the Branson Landing.

The clerk reported the suspect entered the store after closing. The suspect displayed a knife and ...

Andy Williams Performing Arts Center Receives August 2019 Beautification Award

The Branson Tree Board has chosen the Andy Williams Performing Arts Center, located at 1 Andy Williams Blvd., for the August 2019 City of Branson Beautification Award.  This award recognizes owners of commercial properties in Branson who take pri...

One Way Traffic Near Downtown Next Week for Road Work

There will be one-way traffic through the City of Branson’s campground roads as well as Cliff Drive and Box Car Willie Drive starting Monday, August 19, 2019, through Wednesday, August 21, 2019, so the City’s Contractor can complete it...

Residents Invited to Free Emergency Response Training

Branson Fire & Rescue would like to invite area community members to a “Community Emergency Response Team” (CERT) training program, starting September 3, 2019, to learn how to be better prepared during a disaster. CERT training is ...

Lane Closures on Gretna Road Next Week

The City of Branson Public Works Department will close the inside lane in both directions on Gretna Road between Town and Country Drive and Sight and Sound Drive starting at 6 a.m. Monday, August 19, 2019, through Friday, August 23, 2019, for road improve...

Water Service Interruption Thursday for Murphy Addition Subdivision

The City of Branson Utilities Water Distribution Crew will need to shut off water to approximately 35 homes in the Murphy Addition Subdivision on Thursday, August 15, 2019, from 1-4 p.m. while they replace a fire hydrant on Rose O’Neill Drive.

Cr...

Branson Police Urge Back to School Traffic Safety

The Branson Police Department is reminding all Branson drivers that officers will be stepping up patrols and enforcement of area school zone speed limits and school bus safety violations starting next week as many area schools start back up.

Branson School...

FREE Movie in the Park Rescheduled for August 16

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department has rescheduled the “Movie in the Park” that was scheduled for tonight, for Friday, August 16 because of pending weather.

This event, sponsored by Branson United Methodist Church will be held ...

Police Warn Residents about Tragedy-Related Scams

The Branson Police Department is warning residents of potential scams and malware campaigns in the wake of the recent shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio.

While the Police Department hasn’t had any reports of this happening locally, Pol...

City of Branson Departmental Updates

CITY CLERK/MUNICIPAL COURT:

• Branson City Clerk, Lisa Westfall attended the Kimberling City Council meeting. She presented the Kimberling City City Clerk with her Missouri Registered City Clerk Certification earned through the Missouri State Association.
• R&a...

You're Invited! Fire Dpt to host celebration for Division Chief Mike Novak

The Branson Fire Department would like to invite the public and media to a celebratory reception for Division Chief Mike Novak, who recently completed the Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program, an intense 4-year program designed to provide fi...

Branson Police Investigating Restaurant Robbery

The Branson Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify the suspect in an armed robbery that happened on July 29 at 7:35 p.m. at the Subway Restaurant at the Branson Landing.

The clerk reported the suspect entered the store, ord...

New Interactive Trail Maps Right on Your Phone

Hikers on the City of Branson’s trails will soon have a new tool to make sure they don’t lose their way, as the Branson Parks & Recreation Department rolls out new, convenient, interactive GPS maps of trails that can be pulled up o...

Maintenance on Outdoor Warning Sirens Tuesday

Residents and visitors should not be alarmed if they hear the City’s Outdoor Warning Sirens on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, while the Branson Fire Department helps provide routine maintenance and repair services to several sirens. As part of this mai...

One Injured in Commercial Structure Fire

The Branson Fire Department was dispatched to a commercial structure fire at the Hong Kong Buffet restaurant, located at 1206 West State Highway 76, around 11:30 Tuesday Morning.

The first arriving fire units were on scene within two minutes of being dispa...

City Hires Assistant City Administrator

John Manning joined the City of Branson as the Assistant City Administrator on July 15, 2019, working under City Administrator, Stan Dobbins.

Manning came to Branson after a successful career in the Army culminating at the rank of Colonel. His early career...

Branson Fire Department Receives Donation for AEDs

The Branson Fire Department would like to thank the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 913 for donating $4,750 to purchase three new Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs), protective cases for the AEDs and additional AED replacement pads to help firef...

Water Disruption Scheduled for Thursday Afternoon

The City of Branson Utilities Department will need to shut off the water at one water well for a short time that may disrupt water service to about 16 customers this afternoon, Thursday, July 18, 2019, to replace an isolation valve.

Branson Utility crews h...

Veterans Blvd Lane Reduction Wednesday

Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes as lane widths will be reduced on Veterans Blvd, south of the downtown Veterans roundabout, Wednesday, July 17, 2019, for repairs to a section of damaged guardrail.

Work is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. and ...

Annual Branson Street Paving Starts Wednesday

BRANSON, Mo — The City of Branson’s asphalt contractor will begin its annual mill and overlay pavement preservation at several different locations this week. The project will begin on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, and will continue until a...

Branson-Hollister Lions Club Presents Gift to Branson Recycle Center

The City of Branson would like to thank the Branson-Hollister Lions Club for donating much-needed equipment to the Branson Recycle Center, in a project that has now come full circle. On behalf of the City, Mayor Edd Akers accepted three large carts this w...

Applications Open for 2019 Citizens Police Academy

The Branson Police Department is now accepting applications for the 2019 Citizen Police Academy, where community members are given a hands-on opportunity to learn about police procedures and investigation techniques.

The behind-the-scenes look will offer e...

Branson Hosting USSSA Girls World Softball Series Championship

The City of Branson is hosting 63 girls softball teams from 12 different states for the United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) girls fastpitch softball World Series that starts today and goes through July 13, 2019. Opening ceremony festivities...

New Youth Fishing Program Starts Today

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce a new summer youth catch and release fishing program to encourage younger generations to participate in a lifelong hobby and sport, even if they don’t have access to fishing equi...

City of Branson Departmental Updates

June 2019

CITY CLERK/MUNICIPAL COURT:

• Applications were opened for positions on the Board of Appeal and Human Resources Committee.
• A two-hour training was presented to the Mayor and Aldermen over general procedures for the Board.
• A lot of behind the scenes ac...

City Awards $9,000+ to Local Neighborhood Organizations

The City of Branson awarded more than $9,000 through its Neighborhood Grant Program to local neighborhood organizations at Tuesday’s Board of Aldermen meeting for several different projects that will strengthen the community and benefit residents.

The Neig...

City Administrator Honors Employees' Dedication to City

City Administrator, Stan Dobbins recognized several City employees for their hard work and dedication to serving Branson residents and visitors by presenting them a plaque this week at City Hall.

“Our employees are the face of the City. Their wor...

Annual Water Quality Report Finds No Issues

The City of Branson’s Annual Water Quality Report for the 2018 calendar year has found that the drinking water in Branson meets or exceeds all of the Missouri Department of Natural Resource requirements and standards for safe public drinking wat...

Panera Bread Branson Receives June 2019 Beautification Award

The City of Branson Tree Board has chosen Panera Bread Branson, located at 2407 Green Mountain Drive, for the June 2019 Beautification Award, an award that recognizes owners of commercial properties in Branson who take pride in and showcase their landscap...

Firefighters Encourage Fireworks Safety Ahead of Holiday Weekend

The Branson Fire Department urges all residents and visitors to celebrate safely and legally when purchasing and discharging fireworks. Fireworks may be purchased in the City of Branson from June 20 through July 10, however, they can only be discharged fr...

City Monitoring Table Rock Corps Spillway Release

The City of Branson expects little to no impact from the Corps of Engineers, Little Rock District’s announced spillway release from Table Rock Dam beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, June 25 as part of the ongoing effort to evacuate water captured duri...

City Taking Applications for Board and Committee Vacancies

The City of Branson would like to encourage anyone interested in volunteering or who wants to become more involved with the City’s issues and processes to apply to the open Board and Committee vacancies. Applications are now open for the followi...

Temporary Commercial Street Lane Closure Today

Due to a delivery of Roofing insulation at the SW corner of Main Street and Commercial, the south bound lane of Commercial Street and the west side of commercial’s sidewalk will be closed beginning at 2:00 p.m. today, June 11, 2019. This should ...

City of Branson Departmental Updates

May 2019

CITY CLERK/MUNICIPAL COURT:

• Kim Tuley, Deputy Court Administrator attended the Missouri Association for Court Administration professional development conference. The conference had sessions covering court updates, procedures, legislation and person...

Branson’s Stockstill Park Reopens

The City of Branson’s Stockstill Park reopened to the public on Wednesday June 5, 2019 after being closed since May 1, 2019, due to damaged sustained by flash flood waters from nearby Roark Creek.

The park has been affected by flooding many times...

You’re Invited to Coffee with the Chief

Please join Branson Police Chief, Jeff Matthews, for “Coffee with the Chief” Wednesday, June 19, 2019, from 9-10 a.m. at Branson Café, located at 102 W. Main Street in Downtown Branson.

The purpose of this gathering is to enc...

Branson to Host Free Responsible Alcohol Selling Class

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, June 6, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers that will now be offered at no cost.

Training for responsible a...

Lane Closures in Branson Landing Blvd Roundabout Next Week

The Public Works Department will close some lanes and divert traffic in the Branson Landing Blvd roundabout next week, starting Monday, June 3, 2019, to repair the crosswalk pavement markings.

This project is expected to start Monday morning and continue t...

Branson Activated City Outdoor Warning Sirens for Wed Storm

Strong thunderstorms passed through Branson early Wednesday afternoon.  The City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was opened for emergency personnel to monitor storm development as the system approached the area.

The National Weather Service noti...

Wednesday Storm Downs Trees and Downs Traffic Signals

The City of Branson is urging all drivers to be cautious after the severe thunderstorm that passed through Wednesday afternoon May 29, 2019.

The storm has knocked out power in some areas affecting traffic signals and has downed some trees and limbs. Please...

Shorty Small’s Restaurant Receives May 2019 Beautification Award

The City of Branson Tree Board has chosen Shorty Small’s restaurant located at 2600 West Hwy 76 for the May 2019 Beautification Award, an award that recognizes owners of commercial properties in Branson who take pride in and showcase their lands...

Branson Fire Department Investigating Structure Fire on Hwy 76

The Branson Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 3 p.m. in the 3000 block of West 76 County Blvd at the Hall of Fame motel office building and All Access Branson, closing Highway 76 for a short time. Firefighters were able to put the fire out ...

City to Honor Employees During National Public Works Week

The City of Branson invites the community to honor our Public Works, Engineering and Utilities Department by showing them your appreciation during National Public Works Week, May 19-25, 2019, a week to energize and educate the public on the importance of ...

Branson Police Officers to Participate in Cop on a Rooftop Friday

The Branson Police Department, along with other area law enforcement agencies invite you to stop by the Branson Dunkin’ Donuts, located at 1305 West Missouri Hwy 76 to get a free donut coupon and chat with officers as they participate in &ld...

Know Where Your Drains Go

The City of Branson is encouraging all residents and business owners to double check gutters, drains and pumps to make sure they are connected to the right place and is now offering help to anyone who doesn’t know where they are routed.

During ma...

Sewer Work Scheduled on Sycamore Street Monday

Branson’s sewer collection crew will be repairing a sewer main starting at 8:00 a.m. Monday, May 13, 2019, on Sycamore Street in the center lane. While working in the center lane should keep traffic flowing in the normal driving lanes, drivers c...

Water Disruption Scheduled for Thursday

A Water distribution crew will shut-off water for a short time in an area in the west-central part of Branson on Thursday, May 9, 2019, for water main maintenance.

Crews will be performing maintenance on the water main located in the area of Green Mountain...

City Monitoring Potential Flooding Conditions

The City of Branson urges all residents and visitors to be water aware. The Corps of Engineers started a spillway release Monday morning May 6, 2019, at 9:00 which means they will release about 20,000 cubic feet per second, total, from Table Rock Lake. Th...

Second Street Near City Hall to Close Tuesday

Branson’s sewer collection crew will close the east side of 2nd Street at the entrance to the upper City Hall parking lot and will partially block the entrance to the City Hall parking lot starting at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday morning, May 7, 2019, for ...

City of Branson Departmental Updates

April 2019

CITY CLERK/MUNICIPAL COURT:

• The municipal elections were held and staff welcomes those who were elected to the Board. We’ve been busy onboarding the newly elected Officials and immersing them into the City’s processes.
• Welcome ...

City Encourages Native Gardens by Planting them at City Hall

The next time you visit Branson’s City Hall, make sure to look at the flower beds just outside the main doors. The City of Branson has partnered with the Missouri Prairie Foundation (MPF) to design and install Missouri native plants in flower be...

Lane Closures in Branson Landing Blvd Roundabout Next Week

The Public Works Department will close lanes and divert traffic in the Branson Landing Blvd roundabout next week, starting Monday, to repair the pavement markings.

This project is expected to start Monday, April 29, 2019, and will continue to the end of da...

Fire Department to Hold Ceremony for New Ladder Truck

The Branson Fire Department would like to invite the public and media to attend a special “Wet Down Ceremony” to celebrate its new ladder truck on Friday, May 3 at 6 p.m. at Fire Station #2, located at 251 Branson Meadows Drive. The We...

Alcohol Compliance Checks Expanding to County

For the first time, the Branson Police Department and the Taney County Sheriff’s Office have partnered together, to conduct county-wide alcohol compliance checks.

The Branson Police Department has conducted these compliance checks every quarter since 2009 ...

Public Invited to City’s Annual Arbor Day Celebration

The City of Branson would like to invite area residents and businesses to the City’s annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, April 26 at 4:30 p.m. at the Branson Community Center located at 201 Compton Drive, Branson, Missouri.

The event will be ...

New Region-wide Team Offers Hope to Opioid Overdose Victims

In an effort to reduce the number of opioid overdoses and related deaths in Branson, several area agencies have come together to form a regional Overdose Response Team that is now assisting those impacted by substance use and misuse. This partnership was ...

Lane Closure on Business 65 Tuesday

The Public Works Department will close the northbound lane of Business 65 in front of the Shepheard of the Hills Humane Society Thrift store on April 16, 2019, at 10 a.m. to remove and replace a section of damaged guardrail.

The guardrail work is expected ...

Branson Police Investigate Kidnapping and Assault

Branson Police Officers responded to the Stratford House Inn, located in the 3500 block of W 76 Country Blvd on a report of a stabbing victim around 8 a.m. on April 13, 2019. When they arrived, officers learned an adult male had been held in a room agains...

Branson Police to Increase Seat Belt Enforcement on Thursday

The Branson Police Department will increase seatbelt enforcement on April 11 as they join efforts with statewide law enforcement for a focused “Click it or Ticket” mobilization to get more motorists to buckle-up and to save more lives....

New Branson Mayor, Edd Akers, and Aldermen Take Office

New Branson Mayor, Edd Akers, and new incoming Aldermen, Larry Milton were sworn into office along with incumbent Aldermen Bob Simmons, Kevin McConnell, and Brian Clonts at City Hall on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at the regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen ...

City Honors Outgoing Mayor and Alderwoman

Former Branson Mayor, Karen Best, and outgoing Alderwoman, Cris Bohinc were both honored for their dedication and service to the City at the regularly scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting at City Hall on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, and will each have a tree pl...

Temporary Lane Closures on Gretna Bridge Monday

The City of Branson would like to let drivers know that one of the westbound lanes on Gretna Bridge will be closed to traffic on Monday, April 8, 2019, starting at 7:30 a.m. for street light repairs.

Bills Electric will be working on the street light repai...

New Mayor, Aldermen to take Office Tuesday

Branson voters elected a new Mayor and a new alderman who will be sworn in at the next Board of Aldermen meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2019.

Edd Akers will replace two-term Mayor, Karen Best, and Larry Milton was elected to a two-year term as Wa...

City of Branson Monthly Departmental Updates

City of Branson Departmental Updates

March 2019

CITY CLERK/MUNICIPAL COURT:

• Lisa Westfall was sworn in as President of Missouri City Clerks and Finance Officers Association. Thanks to those who were able to attend.
• Applications were opened for 14 Board and Co...

Branson to Host Free Responsible Alcohol Selling Class

The City of Branson Finance Department will host a “Responsible Alcohol Selling” class on Thursday, April 4, 2019, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers that will now be offered at no cost.

Training for responsible ...

Branson Parks & Recreation to Offer Pick-Up and Delivery for At-Risk Population

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department, in coordination with the City of Branson, would like to offer assistance to those in high-risk demographics in need throughout the Branson community during this difficult time as we continue to deal with the ...

Branson Parks to Close Until Further Notice

Effective immediately, all Branson Parks and Recreation parks and trails will be closed until further notice to assist in preventing the spread of COVID-19.  This difficult decision was made as the City of Branson continues to try to do their par...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Branson RecPlex to Close Until Further Notice

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will close the Branson RecPlex at the end of business on Friday, March 20, 2020, until further notice, to assist in the efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  The building closure will include al...

Free Community Easter Egg Hunt, April 11, 2020

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host the Branson United Methodist Church for the 5^th annual Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 11, 2020, at the Branson RecPlex ball field complex.

This FREE event is for children from infants to 10-years ...

Register Now for Branson Parks & Rec Youth Baseball and Softball

Registration is now open for the Branson Parks & Recreation Department’s youth baseball, softball and Tiny Tot T-Ball.

Youth baseball leagues are available for boys ages 5-12 years old and youth softball leagues are available for girls ages 5...

Branson Parks & Rec Hiring for Summer Jobs

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host a Job Fair on March 14, 2020, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Branson RecPlex, located at 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, for anyone interested in working on the Parks & Recreation team this summer....

Registration Open for School-Age Spring Break Camp

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its Spring Break Camp to ensure your children have a safe, fun time while on break from the classroom.

The Spring Break Camp will correspond with the Branson School calendar a...

Register Now for Spring Youth Soccer

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently registering for spring co-ed and PeeWee soccer.

Youth leagues are available for boys and girls who are 5-15 years old. Practices begin on March 9, 2020. Teams will practice once a week, with all ga...

Annual RecPlex Activity Guide Available Now

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the release of the 2020 Activity Guide which provides information including times, dates and fees for all of the programs and special events offered through the Parks Department, as well...

Register Now for Adult Co-Ed Trampoline Dodgeball

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce a new partnership with Big Air Trampoline Park to offer an Adult Co-Ed Dodgeball Tournament and League.

All games will be played at Big Air Trampoline Park, located at 3300 Gretna Rd., in...

Parks Department to Offer New TreeKeepers Program

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is proud to announce a new program known as TreeKeepers for citizens who are interested in becoming more knowledgeable about urban tree planting and tree care and to help beautify the Branson community.

This pr...

Downtown Awberry Restroom Closed for Repairs starting Jan 27

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will close the Awberry bathroom, a public restroom located at 111 North Commercial St, behind Dick’s 5 & 10, downtown, starting January 27, 2020, for needed sewer upgrades. This project is expect...

Community Center Offers New Exercise Classes for 2020

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce a full slate of great exercise classes at the Branson Community Center for the start of 2020, including a brand-new chair yoga class. The Branson Community Center is designed to provide ...

Registration Now Open for Mother Son Event

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host its second annual Mother Son Event at Big Cedar’s Fun Mountain, located at Devil’s Pool Rd, Ridgedale, Missouri, on Saturday, February 8, 2020. The event is designed to provide an opportunity for mot...

Registration Now Open for Father Daughter Dance

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host its ninth annual Father Daughter Dance, sponsored by the Fogle Family Foundation, on Saturday, February 8, 2020, from 6:30-9:00 p.m. at the Branson RecPlex, located at 1501 Branson Hills Pkwy, Branso...

Registration Open for School-Age Winter Break Camp

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its Winter Break Camp to ensure your children have a safe, fun time while on break from the classroom.

The Winter Break Camp will correspond with Branson Schools calendar and ...

New Parks & Rec Youth Cheer Program to Start in January

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for a new youth cheerleading program that will begin in early January.

This program is designed to allow girls’ grades 2nd-6th an opportunity to learn cheerleading motions, ...

Branson Parks to Host Annual Breakfast with Santa

Bring the kids to see Santa as he makes a special visit to the Branson RecPlex for the Branson Parks & Recreation Department’s annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

Three sessions are available at 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a....

Register Now for Winter Adult Basketball & Volleyball

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is currently taking registrations for Winter Adult Basketball and Adult Volleyball leagues.  Both the basketball and volleyball league are designed for teams of all skill levels and offer the opportun...

Adopt-A-Senior This Christmas Season

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department, in coordination with Senior Age Area on Aging, is excited to offer an Adopt-A-Senior program for area senior citizens. This program started three years ago to provide gifts and well-wishes to Branson area senio...

Missouri Pickleball Champion Coming to Branson RecPlex

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department will host a series of Pickleball events in the coming weeks with Kasandra Marie, the #1 ranked women’s Pickleball Player in Missouri.

On Sunday, November 10, 2019, Marie will instruct two clinics at the RecPlex...

Branson’s Stockstill Park Closed to Due Flash Flooding Damage

The City of Branson’s Stockstill Park, located at 524 Stockstill Lane is closed until further notice, due to damage it sustained by flash flood waters from nearby Roark Creek.

Floodwaters from Roark creek have left debris and rock scattered throughout the ...

Tonight’s Movie in the Park Moved Indoors

Tonight’s regularly scheduled Movie in the Park has been moved indoors to the Branson RecPlex due to the expected low temperatures.

The event, originally scheduled to be held at Liberty Plaza, will now be held in the Community Rooms at the Branson RecPlex ...

Parks Department Partners with Local Artists for Park Mural

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department has partnered with the local art group, Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) to paint a mural along a 200-foot long wall at Murphy Park, located at 499 Neihardt Avenue in Branson.

The group of artists, led ...

Branson Parks & Rec to Host Annual Halloween BOOnanza

The Branson Parks & Recreation Department is gearing up for its annual Halloween BOOnanza celebration that will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019, from 5-8 p.m. along the walking path at the Branson RecPlex ball field complex.

Come prepared for a n...

Free Movie in the Park at Liberty Plaza in October

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department will host a “Movie in the Park” at Liberty Plaza on Friday, October 11, 2019.

In the spirit of the fall season, the popular movie “Goosebumps” will be taking center-stage at dusk. In addition to the movie, family...

Reel in the Big One at the Annual Rotary Kids Fishing Derby

The Branson Parks and Recreation Department is once again partnering with the Branson Daybreakers Rotary Club to invite area youth to enjoy a catch and release fishing tournament at its annual Kid’s Fishing Derby. The Derby will be at the new fishing pond...

Hit a Bulls Eye with Branson Parks Archery Clinics

The City of Branson’s Parks and Recreation Department will host two clinics to introduce youth in grades 4 and up, to the sport of archery on Wednesday evenings throughout the month of October and November. 

Archery is one of the fastest-growing s...

Two Positions Available on Branson’s Park Board

The City of Branson is now taking applications for two open Park Board positions. The deadline for applications is September 30, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.

ADVISORY PARK BOARD

• One position open to fill an unexpired term until June 2020.
• One position open to fill an ...

Learn How to Ballroom Dance at the Fall Frolic

The City of Branson’s Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a “Fall Frolic” Dance with the famed Branson Ballroom Dancers on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. at the Branson Community Center.

Residents, community members, and guests ar...

Register Now for Branson Parks & Rec Fall Adult Basketball & Volleyball

The City of Branson Parks and Recreation Department is currently taking registrations for Fall Adult Basketball and Adult Volleyball leagues.  Both the basketball and volleyball league are designed for teams of all skill levels and offer the oppo...