— A EUROPEAN-STYLE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Branson Christkindlmarkt
A free Christmas market in Branson, Missouri
Step into an Old World holiday experience filled with festive market stalls, European food and drinks, Christmas gifts, and the warm glow of the season.
Opening Thanksgiving Weekend
Friday, November 27 at 4 PM in Branson, Missouri
Free Admission - November 27–29 · December 3–6, 10–13 & 17–23
Free Admission
No Tickets Required
18 Market Days
Nov 27–Dec 23
4320 Gretna Road
Just off the Branson Strip
CHRISTMAS IN BRANSON
An Old World tradition arrives in America’s Christmas Tree City
The Branson Christkindlmarkt brings the warmth and wonder of a traditional European Christmas market to Branson. Stroll beneath the lights, savor seasonal food and drinks, and browse festive stalls filled with Christmas gifts and specialty wares.
Come for an afternoon or make it part of your Branson Christmas getaway. Admission is free, and every visit offers something new to discover.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
2026 Dates & Hours
Four festive weeks from Thanksgiving weekend through December 23. Admission is always free.
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
NOV. 27–29
Friday · 4–8 PM
Saturday · 12–8 PM
Sunday · 1–6 PM
WEEKEND THREE
DEC. 10-13
Thursday · 4–8 PM
Friday & Saturday · 12–8 PM
Sunday · 1–6 PM
WEEKEND TWO
DEC. 3-6
Thursday · 4–8 PM
Friday & Saturday · 12–8 PM
Sunday · 1–6 PM
FINAL MARKET DAYS
DEC. 17-23
Thursday · 4–8 PM
Friday & Saturday · 12–8 PM
Sunday · 1–6 PM / Mon.–Wed. · 12–8 PM
A MARKET FOR THE SENSES
Eat, Drink & Shop at the Branson Christkindlmarkt
European flavors, festive drinks, and Christmas treasures—all in one joyful place.
Eat
Authentic European food, street fare, and seasonal treats.
Drink
Mulled wine, beer, hot chocolate, and collectible market mugs.
Shop
Christmas gifts, specialty products, and European-inspired wares.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Find the Branson Christkindlmarkt
4320 Gretna Road
Branson, Missouri 65616
Conveniently located just off the Branson Strip.
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The 2026 Branson Christkindlmarkt opens Friday, November 27. For a full list of hours and dates, please visit our Calendar Page
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Yes. Admission is always free, and no ticket or reservation is required. Food, drinks, gifts, and other merchandise may be purchased directly from individual vendors.
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Parking will be available in several areas surrounding the Branson Christkindlmarkt, with designated accessible parking located near the market. A second overflow lot will also be available during busy periods. Please follow posted signs and directions from event staff when you arrive.
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All Branson Christkindlmarkt vendors accept both cash and credit cards. An ATM will also be available on-site for your convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Branson Christkindlmarkt plans to remain open during normal winter weather. Hours may be delayed, shortened, or canceled when weather or site conditions could affect the safety of guests, vendors, or staff. Please check our website and social media channels for the latest updates before traveling.
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To help keep the market safe and comfortable for every guest, please leave pets at home. Trained service animals are welcome in accordance with ADA law.
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No. The Branson Christkindlmarkt is a smoke-free event. Smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes, and other tobacco products are not permitted anywhere within the market grounds.
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Yes. Guests are welcome to take personal photographs and videos while visiting the market. Professional photo sessions, Drones, tripods, lighting equipment, and other equipment that could obstruct walkways require advance permission from market management.
PHOTOGRAPHY IN PROGRESS. By entering and remaining at the Event and its
properties, each attendee irrevocably grants Branson Christkindlmarkt and its designees permission, without compensation, to create photographs, videos, and audio materials, and/or otherwise capture, use, reproduce, and sublicense each attendee’s (including children’s) image, likeness, and/or voice for archival, educational, promotional, marketing, commercial, and any other purposes. Thank you for joining us for our inaugural season.