Branson's Most Beloved Christmas Tradition
The Adoration Parade and Lighting Ceremony is Branson’s signature Christmas event — a 76-year tradition where thousands gather in Historic Downtown Branson for the lighting of the iconic 28-foot Adoration Nativity Scene atop the bluff overlooking Lake Taneycomo, followed by a community parade through downtown. The Adoration Scene has been a Branson Christmas tradition since 1949.
Just minutes from Roark Creek Resort — a must-see Branson Christmas experience.
Who It’s For: Families, faith-based visitors, holiday tradition lovers, parade fans, and Christmas-spirit seekers.
What to Expect: The community lighting of the Adoration Nativity Scene at 5:00 PM, a parade through Historic Downtown Branson with lighted floats, marching bands, dance troupes, fire trucks, and Santa Claus, hot cocoa stations, and community singing.
Do’s: Arrive by 3:30 PM for parking and good viewing spots, bring chairs and warm blankets, dress in warm layers, and stay through the parade.
Don’ts: Don’t park along the parade route. Don’t expect to drive into downtown after 4:00 PM — use satellite parking.
Information
📍 Venue: Historic Downtown Branson (Adoration Scene atop bluff at Mt. Branson; parade through Main Street and Commercial Street)
📞 Phone: 417-334-1548
🌐 Website: bransonchamber.com/adoration-parade
Distance from Roark Creek Resort: ~1 mile / ~5 min
Opening Hours
🕒 Date: Sunday, December 6, 2026
🕒 Opening Hours: 5:00 PM – 8 PM
What to Know
• Type of Experience: Outdoor community Christmas parade, faith-based lighting ceremony.
• Fun Fact: The 28-foot Adoration Nativity Scene was conceived in 1949 by businessman Joe Todd and artist Steve Miller at a Downtown Branson cafe. The scene was rebuilt in 2012 and now stands as one of the most iconic Christmas displays in the Ozarks — visible from miles away.
