Lynn Berry, director of communications for the Branson/Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, rounded up 10 ways to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend in her neck of the woods.
Smokin' Summer Kickoff -- Two of country music's hottest artists will be in Branson at 8 p.m. May 25. The Chris Janson and RaeLynn concert is part of the Shepherd of the Hills' first annual Smokin' Summer Kickoff. Come back to the festival the next day to enjoy some great food from professional barbecue teams participating in the Kansas City Barbecue Society cook-off competition. $40-$50 concert; $5-$10 barbecue. theshepherdofthehills.com.
Golf in Branson -- Dust off the golf clubs and prepare yourself for the challenge waiting at one of the many world-class golf facilities offered in Branson. Many of the golf course incorporate natural rock outcroppings, waterfalls, creeks and wooded areas into the design features. Branson has courses for all skills levels.
Live Music -- No trip to Branson is complete without seeing a show! Enjoy favorites like SIX, Legends in Concert, the Hughes Music Show and many more.
Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail -- Grab a golf cart and go for a ride at the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail, part of the stunning Top of the Rock complex just 10 minutes south of downtown Branson. The two-and-a-half-mile ride showcases beautiful cave formations and a waterfall. topoftherock.com.
Bluegrass & BBQ Festival -- With mountains of food and Ricky Skaggs headlining a May 27 concert, through May 28, Silver Dollar City. Daily tickets are $63-$65 at 800-888-7277.
Summer Concert Series -- With Makenna & Brock at 7 p.m. May 26. First heard on the television show "The X-Factor in 2011, singing their version of the Zac Brown Band hit, "Colder Weather." Make sure to check out their debut single "Burnin' The Night Down," and catch them at Branson Landing. bransonlanding.com.
Ride the Ducks -- Get prepped for a splash when you take a Ride The Ducks tour. After a driving tour around Branson, you have a water-based adventure on Table Rock Lake. bransonducks.com.
White Water -- May 26 is White Water's opening day for 2018 and will surely be another year full of fun water adventures and summer fun. From towering water slides and mat races, to lazy rivers and a wave pool, there are enough activities for hours of entertainment. silverdollarcity.com/white-water.
Parakeet Pete's Waterfront Zipline -- Start at Branson Landing and then zip up toward Mount Branson for a great view of the city and lake below. Zip back down to your starting spot, where you're just steps from great shopping and dining options. When you're ready to leave the ground again, don't miss the Parakeet Pete's Steampunk Balloon. bransonlandingattractions.com.
Memorial Weekend Fireworks -- Enjoy stunning fireworks displays on Table Rock Lake at Big Cedar Lodge and Chateau on the Lake to cap off your Memorial Day weekend in Branson.
NAN What's Up on 05/20/2018