(BRANSON, MO, November 4, 2025) The City of Branson is proud to host Veterans Homecoming Week from November 5-11, 2025, celebrating veterans and their families with a week of memorable events and heartfelt tributes. This annual event includes a week full of activities to celebrate the brave men and women who served the United States of America and to celebrate the freedom of our country. Recognized as ‘The Most Patriotic City in America,’ Branson is known for welcoming Veterans from all branches and all eras, with live shows, attractions, business and residents openly expressing gratitude for the heroism of those who served.
Veterans Homecoming Week offers a lineup of events that pay tribute to veterans from all service branches and wars, making it a truly inclusive experience.
Nov. 5-11 – Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall — Fire Station #4, 250 Champagne Blvd. The half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall will be on display all week.
Nov. 5-10 – BVTF Veterans Village — Ballparks of America, Buildings 2 & 3, 100 Pat Nash Dr. Day room is open from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. Free lunch for Veterans. Vendor Room and Veterans service room available as well.
Wednesday, Nov. 5th
Veterans Week Opening Celebration, Branson Veterans of America 913 – Patriots Park, College of the Ozarks, 10:00 a.m., BVA 913 417- 294-0030.
BVTF Veterans Celebration Show – Pepsi Legends Theatre, 1600 W 76 Country Blvd. NO admittance charge. Open to the public. No reservation required. For more information call Becky at 417-3332-3577 or email Becky_jewsbury@wgresort.com.
Opening Ceremonies – Americana Theatre, 2905 W 76 Country Blvd. NO admittance charge. Open to all veterans and their families. No reservation required. For more information, contact Dee at 870-421-3511.
Thursday, Nov. 6th
POW/MIA Service of Remembrance – Keeter Center, College of the Ozarks, 8:00 a.m., P.O.W. Network 417-336-4232
Vietnam Veterans Reunion – America Inn by Wyndham Branson, 275 Tanger Blvd, Branson, MO 1 a.m.–3 p.m. Hot meal, entertainment, door prizes. RSVP to Dee at 870-421-3511.
Friday, Nov 7th
Sandbox Party — Mel's Hard Luck Diner, 2800 W 76 Country Blvd., Branson. 8:30 a.m. Mel’s Hard Luck Diner in the Grand Village is providing breakfast for those who’ve served in the Gulf War or after. NO admittance charge. RSVP Dee 870-421-3511.
12th Annual Navy Memorial Service — Grand Pavilion at the Westgate Resort, 2201 Roark Valley Road, Branson MO 8:30 a.m. Please join us at for coffee and entertainment, followed by the service, which will begin at 9:00 a.m. For more information call Becky at 417-332-3557 or email Becky_jewsbury@wgresort.com.
Medics, Nurses, and Combat Vets Mini Reunion — Grand Pavilion at the Westgate Resort, 2201 Roark Valley Road, Branson, MO 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information call Becky at 417-332-3557 or email Becky_jewsbury@wgresort.com.
Homefront Hero's (Spouses) Salute – AmericInn by Wyndham Branson, 275 Tanger Blvd, Branson, MO 12 p.m. Join us for entertainment, door prizes, hot meal. RSVP by calling Dee at 870-421-3511 or online at www.veteransshow.com
Saturday, Nov 8th
Women Veterans Rose Petal Ceremony — Grand Pavilion at the Westgate Resort, 2201 Roark Valley Road, Branson MO 12:00pm Women vets free, Adults $12, Children 4-12, $6. Register online at bransonveterans.com or pay at door. For more information call 417-332-3557 or email Becky_jewsbury@wgresort.com.
WWII and Korean War Veterans Reunion – America Inn by Wyndham Branson, 275 Tanger Blvd, Branson, MO 2 p.m.–4 p.m. No admittance charge. Coffee, dessert, door prizes. Mac, 417-230 -1283.
Sunday, Nov. 9th
Sunday Worship Service with Barbara Fairchild — Clay Cooper Theatre, 3216 W 76 Country Blvd. 10 a.m. For more information all 417-879-6060.
29th Annual Military Gala & Banquet — Chateau on the Lake 415 N State Hwy 265, Branson, MO. 5:00-11:00 p.m. All branches, all wars welcome, public invited. Dinner, 250th USMC Birthday Cake Cutting, DJ/Dancing, Fireworks, Entertainment. Business attire, after 5, Uniforms, Mess Dress, formal wear. Reservations required. Tickets $69 each. P.O.W. Network 417-336-4232
Monday, Nov 10th
Veterans Show Clay Cooper – Veterans Show at 10 a.m. at the Clay Cooper Theatre. Call 417-879-6060 for tickets.
16th Annual Walmart Tribute to the Veterans Show — Mansion Theatre, 189 Expressway Ln, Branson, MO. 8:30 a.m.-11a.m. The pre-show will start at 8:30 a.m. with the show starting at 9:00 a.m. The event will be co-hosted by the incredible talented Barbara Fairchild and Roy Morris again this year! Special Guest Speaker: Award winning Military Film Documentary Producer, DAR Medal of Honor recipient, Bill Lowe.
Lunch following at Branson Meadows, 4562 N Gretna Rd. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For more information call Dee at 870-421-3511.
Pizza Ranch Branson Fundraiser — 1464 State Hwy. 248, Branson, 4 p.m. All tips and 10% of sales will benefit the POW Network to pay for all events and activities during Veterans Homecoming Week. Bring the family or a friend!
Missouri National Guard’s 135th Army Band, Celebrate Service Concert — Branson Convention Center, 200 Sycamore St. Branson, MO, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov 11th
Veterans Day Sunrise Service — College of the Ozarks, 100 Opportunity Avenue, Point Lookout, Mo. – 7 a.m. For information, visit www.cofo.edu.
Annual Veterans Day Parade — Downtown Branson - 11:00 a.m. Call 417‐294‐0030 for more information.