The 6 Best Branson Christmas Tours

1.Hughes Brothers Christmas Show in Branson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 162 reviews · from $50Our pick

Spend about two hours at the Hughes Brothers Theatre for a family Christmas production of vocal harmonies, dancing, violin, handbells, humor, and seasonal storytelling. The show gives special weight to the Christian meaning of Christmas, with Santa explaining the symbols of the season. Tickets cost $50 per person.

“Seeing the children and young adults singing and playing instruments. The second half narrative by Santa was very well done and very touching. Enjoyed the humor through out the program. Creative costumes and scenery, too!”

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2.Branson VIP Christmas Light Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Spend about two and a half hours touring Branson’s holiday lights in a Mercedes vehicle with a professional guide, often Michael or Mike. You’ll visit Lights of Joy, Big Cedar Lodge, Shepherd of the Hills, and other decorated stops, with Christmas music, bottled water, and a maximum of 12 people.

“Mike was an excellent guide. The lights were beautiful and and the facts he shared and his sense of humor made it an enjoyable experience.”

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3.Branson’s Christmas Wonderland

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend about two hours at King's Castle Theatre for Branson's Christmas Wonderland, a large holiday production with singers, dancers, costumes, scenery, and classic Christmas songs. You can expect a family-friendly mix of secular and sacred music, Santa, high-energy dance numbers, and a tribute to active-duty service members and veterans. Tickets cost $55.29 per person.

“Spectacular show. Loved that I was able to pick my seats on Viator plus the option to cancel with full refund. We took our 4 y/o granddaughter and she was mesmerized. Great introduction to stage shows for her. She danced all over the lobby after the show! This was my 4th booking with Viator and I highly recommend them!”

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4.LIghts of Joy Christmas Light Drive-Thru

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 21 reviews

At Lights of Joy in Branson, you drive through more than a mile of traditional and whimsical Christmas displays, including a Nativity scene, Santa, the Twelve Days of Christmas, and Christmas in Outer Space. The route takes about 45 to 90 minutes. Santa and Mrs. Claus appear on most weekend evenings before Christmas.

“Was nice but told us they had a local station with music but it wasn't matched to the lights and cut out a lot with commercials..it was just Christmas music”

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5.Branson: Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews

Drive your own car through more than a mile of Branson Christmas lights, with 200 displays, animated scenes, a 12 Days of Christmas display, a nativity, multiple Santas, outer-space lights, and an RGB tunnel. Santa photos are available on select nights. The attraction runs nightly from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, weather permitting.

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6.Hamners’ All-American New Year’s Eve Celebration in Branson

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend New Year’s Eve at Hamners’ Variety Theatre with Dave and Denise Hamner, Jeff Brandt, Tamra Tinoco, Brittany Marie, Antony Soumiatin, and Downtown Kenny Brown. Dinner, soft drinks, party favors, contests, magic, music, and a laser countdown fill this four-hour, alcohol-free family celebration.

“Decided to attend the New Year’s eve show to find was less than a pleasant experience. First, the line was outside in a 30 degrees weather, and the whole”

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