Check Out the Branson Festivities in August

Branson Missouri is a popular vacation spot for many tourists from all over the world primarily because of its entertainment scene. Frequent tourists can attest that there is more to Branson than just being the Live Entertainment Capital of the World. It is also a city where one can commune with nature, and a city where fun with family and friends never ends. It is also the unique festivities in Branson that draws in flocks of tourists in the city.

Branson in August proves to be a great time to visit the city. You can catch several events like the Shepherd Summer Cruise, Annual Bikers and Babes at the beach, Southern Gospel Picnic, and the Fiddle Festival. Let us take a look at these August events in Branson.

The Shepherd Summer Cruise is one of Branson’s major events during August. Car enthusiasts will definitely love to be in this event. With more than 500 cars and trucks, this premier car display event will be held at the Shepherd of the Hills Homestead. The Shepherd Summer Cruise usually runs for three days. Watch out for the last day of the Cruise though, as you will be treated to a midnight cruise of all the displayed vehicles down the Expressway. It is a must to be at the venue early so you can get the nicest sidewalk spaces to watch the Shepherd Summer Cruise’s midnight treat.

Another event that you can catch in Branson is the Annual Bikers and Babes at the beach. This event also goes on for three days, and is held in the Rockaway beach. The breathtaking scenery that is Rockaway beach is located in the northern side of the Ozark Mountains and 10 miles off of Branson. Rockaway beach also has its own exciting collection of resorts, shops, and restaurants to make the people come back for more.

Silver Dollar City, Branson’s premier amusement park, hosts the Southern Gospel Music during August. Churches and country fairs in Branson are huge fans of the Southern Gospel genre, so it is very fitting to have a festival for the music that best defines Branson. Aside from hearing heavenly melodies in Silver Dollar City, you and your loved ones will also be treated to good food. Try theme park foods such as Apple Glazed Chicken and Hickory-smoked chicken. A culinary and craft school is also present in Branson where guests can take short courses on food preparation. Another event to look forward to in August is the fiddle festival.

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With all these exciting events in store for you, why not book your trip to Branson now? Choose Thousand Hills Hotel and Golf Resort as your home away from home. Staying in Thousand Hills is a perk in itself because you get to stay close to Branson’s entertainment scene and Silver Dollar City. Everything you need and want is made accessible to you. Check out the different lodging options in Branson by calling 1-877-262-0430. Plan your August vacation in Branson now!

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