If you love glow of Christmas lights, then you need to head to Branson, Missouri! 

The Branson area offers some of most spectacular lighting displays anywhere and was recently recognized as a Top 100 Event in North America .  Area businesses participate in the Festival by adorning their storefronts and grounds with colorful lights to further add to the spirit-filled atmosphere of the season.

The Festival of Lights Drive-Through is designed to delight children of all ages. The journey begins with a one-mile drive along a path illuminated with more than 175 displays. The path is located off Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Roark Valley Road, this one-of-a-kind family experience promises to be spectacular.

There is also The Shepherd of the Hills - Trail of Lights! Your drive through this magical Christmas Wonderland ends at Inspiration Tower. Climb to the top, (or take the elevator) for a site to take your breath away of the Ozark Mountains and Branson literally "lit up like a Christmas tree!"

Everyone’s favorite, Silver Dollar City, is transformed to a holiday paradise circa 1880's. Special shows are presented in the theatres throughout the park, as well as strolling carolers in their period costumes.

The smells of hot cider and roasted nuts, and other holiday fare, wafts through the air at every turn. See the musical 5-story Special Effects Christmas Tree as it twinkles and dances in unison with over one million lights adorning the City's square.

You won’t want to miss Silver Dollar City's grandest production show ever, A Dickens' Christmas Carol. This original musical adaptation of the classic by Charles Dickens features a live band, a talented cast, astounding special effects, stunning Victorian scenery and period costuming. Over 8 million lights plus rides, attractions and shows!

For the RVers, the Branson KOA is open all year and is located less than a mile from the entertainment strip and close to Table Rock Lake, Silver Dollar City and Branson Landing.   

No matter how you like to camp, you'll find the perfect accommodations here.  They have over 150 RV sites that offer 30 and 50 amp electric service, water, sewer, cable TV, WI-FI...many with concrete patios. The deluxe sites are wide, level and long.  Standard sites offer mature trees while still leaving space for the big rigs. 

The new luxury sites are extra wide and feature paved patios with your own private fireplace and patio furniture! There’s only five, so  better get your reservation early.

No matter what time of year you go, Branson has something for everyone to enjoy, but if Christmas lights are what delight you it's a must see!

Directions:

• From Interstate Hwy 65 exit at Hwy 76 / Country Blvd.
• Go west 3.2 miles to Gretna Rd. (at Titanic)
• Turn left or south 3/4 mile to Animal Safari Rd.
• Turn Right 200 yards