Branson Is Home to Hot Winter Fun

Hot Winter Fun Big Show

One of the best ways to experience Branson’s year-round show schedule is to experience the popular Hot Winter Fun Big Show. Beat the winter blues with Branson's talented entertainers at the 31st Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show! Starting at 3 p.m. on Saturday, February 22nd, 2025, the stage at The Hughes Brothers Theatre will be sizzling with the sounds of several Branson performers when multiple live shows come together for one night only. 

This year's lineup includes a variety of entertainers representing some awesome live music shows including Legends in Concert, Stevie Lee Woods and Nashville Roadhouse Live, Motown Downtown, Re-Vibe show, Shepherd of the Hills Great American Chuckwagon Dinner Show, Branson Comedy Bash, Golden Sounds of the Platters, Hughes Music Show, A Garth Brooks Tribute, Queen of Soul, and more. The show will be emceed by Branson favorite Josh Clark from Legends Radio 106.3.

With a wide variety of music, comedy, theatrical productions, and more, you can rely on Branson to suit all tastes year-round. Find a full lineup of Branson's live shows here. 

Branson Shopping

Of course, an evening show means you have all day to enjoy a little retail therapy. Check out the Grand Village Shops, home to retailers such as Kringles Christmas Store, which, at 9,000 square feet, is one of the largest Christmas shops in Missouri.

Elsewhere in Branson, great deals are waiting for you at the Branson Landing, Historic Downtown Branson, Tanger Outlets, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows, and Branson Craft Mall!

Cozy up in a Cabin

After a great day of live music and shopping, relax in the countryside in a nice cabin.

For a quiet retreat, check out the Bear Creek Bed and Breakfast Lodge and its secluded cabins. The Creekside Cabin is ideal for those on a romantic getaway; it’s built specifically for two, has a covered porch and a hot tub. The Pinecone Cabin is another cozy option, fitting two to four people with its rustic charm. The Wilderness Cabin is ideal for those on group outings; it has two distinct units, each sleeping up to six people. The Main Lodge also has guest rooms, and there’s an on-site wine cellar offering wine samples and light snack options.

The Cabins at Grand Mountain offer lodging for two up to 16 people and each cabin has a fireplace, full kitchen, and a screen-in porch. As part of the Thousand Hills Resort complex, these cabins offer convenient access to indoor pools and a fitness center (on mild winter days, you might even take advantage of the tennis and basketball courts!). 

And of course, you can enjoy the comfort and warmth of America's Premier Wilderness Resort, Big Cedar Lodge, this winter. Big Cedar offers various lodging options, from private log cabins with built-in lofts to luxury cottages and suites. Whatever lodging option you choose, you're sure to be left with a sweepingly gorgeous view of the Ozarks. 

You don’t have to wait for summer to have a great time in Branson. The fun is waiting for you year-round!