Hello Branson! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Spy musical debut, family splash bash, and police motorcycle unit + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Boosting local patrol efforts: Branson Police reintroduced its Motorcycle Unit, adding three motorcycles for community policing, traffic enforcement, special events, and other tasks as part of a broader effort to support modern technology implementation -- see the new motorcycle unit.
A hidden chapter onstage: Composer and producer Christy Stutzman shares the story behind her musical George Washington's Ring of Spies, spotlighting unsung Revolutionary War heroes. It will debut in Branson, Missouri on September 4 -- explore the spy musical debut.
Community steps up for safety: A Shell Knob nonprofit is ensuring every student gets a life jacket this summer after last year’s Table Rock Lake drowning, leaning on community donations from the Branson area -- learn how the nonprofit helps.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Press start IRL: Blitz Arcade Bar serves up classic cabinets, pinball, Mario Kart, pool, shuffleboard, and even COD Zombies alongside candy-themed cocktails for the nostalgia boost. Round up the crew, settle some bragging rights, and remember... mashing buttons totally counts as cardio.
Plant pick‑me‑up: Branson Petal Pushers is the neighborhood spot for healthy greens, seasonal color, and the kind of practical advice that keeps porch planters thriving all summer. Swing by when your fiddle leaf looks dramatic or when the yard needs a refresh, they’ll steer you right.
Pickleball, discs, and chill: Eiserman Park has pickleball courts, a disc golf course, and youth fishing ponds beside the Branson Community Center, perfect for quick after-work play or letting the kids burn energy. Grab a paddle, a disc, or a pole and make a low-key evening of it.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏆 2026 EDGE National Finals - June 24-28, 2026 @ The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts | Wednesday (6/24) at 7:00 AM – EDGE National Finals is taking over The Mansion Theatre with polished competitors, expert crews, and more sequins than a Branson Christmas revue. It is fairness forward and gloriously organized, so you get showmanship, not chaos. Trade the lake for AC, comfy seats, and bragging rights.
🎩 Illusionist Rick Thomas @ Americana Theatre | Thursday (6/25) at 2:00 PM – Illusionist Rick Thomas lands at the Americana Theatre with a polished, laugh-laced spectacle that actually earns the word unforgettable. Expect grand illusions, sharp banter, and enough showmanship to make the 76 Strip blush. Perfect for date night, family bragging rights, or watching your skepticism disappear.
❤ The Petersens @ Little Opry Theatre | Thursday (6/25) at 2:00 PM – Need a break from the neon and tribute acts? The Petersens bring real-deal family harmony, bluegrass, gospel, and lighthearted stories to the cozy Little Opry Theatre, the kind of clean, joyful show you can take the kids, the in-laws, and your cynicism to.
🐾 Pets & Giggles @ Grand Country Music Hall | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Grand Country Music Hall is serving up Pets & Giggles, an interactive mix of age-appropriate skits, competitive games, and audience shenanigans that actually earn their laughs. Bring the kids or the grandkids, then enjoy that rare family outing where everyone leaves smiling, not sticky.
🎪 The Amazing Kids Show - Saturday @ The Shepherd of the Hills | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Beat the 76 crawl and start your morning with a show that actually entertains kids, and the grown-ups paying for snacks. Expect big laughs, interactive magic, and priceless you get picked moments, the rare Branson find that delights kids, parents, and grandparents alike.
💦 Family Splash Bash! @ Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel | Saturday (6/27) at 12:00 PM – Ready to trade mowing for cannonballs? Family Splash Bash kicks off summer at Hilton Branson’s pool with a live DJ, face painting, balloon animals, and food and drink specials, while kids sample dirty sodas. Hotel guests get comped, locals can join with a resort pass.
🧱 Family Fun Night - Lego Night! @ Grace Community Assembly | Saturday (6/27) at 5:00 PM – Round up the crew for a free Lego night, where families team up to build masterpieces, talk a little smack, and let someone else handle dinner. Ages 4 to 100 are welcome, so grandpa's engineering degree and your kid's chaos energy both count.
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07 — The Branson report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 68°F — Precip: 51%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. South wind 1 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 0 to 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 86°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 62%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. South wind 0 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThe Patriotic Resort pairs Ozark beauty with resort-style polish just outside Branson, Missouri. This 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home spans 3,379 square feet with premium construction and thoughtful design throughout. Vacation-rental approval adds serious flexibility, while DeJager Construction & Log Homes brings 40 years of craftsmanship.
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