Branson Named the Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs
On Thursday, the Kansas City Chiefs announced a multi-year partnership agreement with the City of Branson and the Branson/Lakes Area Tourism Community Enhancement District that makes the southwestern Missouri region the Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs.
As the mayor of Branson put it, “we are deeply honored as our City becomes the first ever Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs. Millions of fans in Chiefs Kingdom will be exposed to Branson and all we have to offer in live music shows, attractions, and family fun. We are incredibly excited for our region to be showcased alongside the reigning Super Bowl Champions and the most popular sport in America.”
In this exciting partnership between Branson and the Chiefs, Branson and the Lakes Area will receive a mix of physical and digital assets, including an annual in-market season kickoff rally with Chiefs personalities. In addition, Branson will have a major presence around the club’s NFL Draft coverage and fan events, which includes serving as the presenting partner of the annual Season Ticket Member Draft Fest at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium!
“Like GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Branson serves as a bucket-list destination for people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life and is a treasure located right in our backyard,” said Chiefs President Mark Donovan. “We’d like to thank the City of Branson and the Branson/Lakes Area Tourism Community Enhancement District for their partnership. We look forward to getting this relationship off the ground and bringing new visitors to this incredible destination.”
The Branson and Lakes Area region will take part in the annual Red Friday tradition, will have a gameday activation space in the Ford Tailgate District, and will serve as the presenting partner of the Hometown Hero program, honoring public servants and frontline workers serving their communities. Chiefs fans will also see digital assets in Chiefs preseason game broadcasts, on social media, and signage deployed throughout GEHA Field at Arrowhead.
Branson is honored to own the title, “The Official Vacation Destination of the Kansas City Chiefs!" Coming off a record-breaking year for visitors in 2022, Branson is located within a day’s drive for approximately one-third of the country’s population and is less than four hours from both Kansas City and St. Louis. Situated in southwest Missouri’s Ozark Mountains, Branson is home to a vibrant entertainment district featuring live music and shows; countless bars, restaurants, and other eateries; and is surrounded by numerous outdoor activity options, including three pristine lakes, Silver Dollar City (voted the #1 theme park in America by USA TODAY’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards), over 200 miles of hiking trails, and highly acclaimed golf courses.
Start planning your trip today by checking out Branson’s live music shows, attractions, and restaurants!