Branson is a place known worldwide for the unique adventures and the endless fun it offers its guests. Apart from being known in the music scene as the Live Entertainment Capital of the World, Branson also has become one of the most famous vacation destinations in the Midwest because of its activities and attractions. What makes Branson even more exciting for its guests are the year-round set of festivals happening in the area.
For the months of September to October, Branson celebrates the National Harvest Festival which is hosted by Silver Dollar City. Silver Dollar City is known to be Branson’s premier theme park so expect nothing but the best as they once again bring you the National Harvest Festival. This festival is all about crafts and music. There are over a hundred of the best craftsmen and women from all over the world to showcase their crafts making skills in this festival. Some of the skills you may witness are glassblowing, basket weaving, painting, and a lot more. There is no doubt that Silver Dollar City is indeed the Home of American Craftsmanship. To make your National Harvest Festival experience even more memorable, you can also take home a souvenir!
Entertainment all throughout the park for the National Harvest Festival is well taken care of by Silver Dollar City. Be ready to see performers such as the Texas Trick Riders. There will also be Roman riders, roper, comedians, and many more. You can also witness the original production The Pinkerton Man to be performed in the Echo Hollow Amphitheater. You are in for a heart-stopping show which has three-story falls, rappels, and street fights. Providing the musical score for The Pinkerton Man are The Sons of the Silver Dollar.
The National Harvest Festival also gives you a taste of good music by paying tribute to the American cowboys. Catch some performers in Silver Dollar City, such as Riders in the Sky, the Carolyn Martin Swing Band, Kristyn Harris, and Jimmy Burson.
Another attraction that you should see in Silver Dollar City’s National Harvest Festival is Buck Taylor’s Cowboy Emporium. You will certainly have a great time visiting this gallery, especially to those who are fans of the TV show Gunsmoke. From September 18 to October 26 at the Frisco Barn in Silver Dollar City, this gallery will feature cowboy art at its finest.
There is also a Culinary and Craft School, if you want to learn new skills like tailgating, BBQ smoking, and cooking southeast Asian cuisine. These classes will be held in the Midwest Living Culinary and Craft School.
Seems like a ton of activities to do? Stay in Branson for a couple of days or even weeks to enjoy most of the events in the National Harvest Festival. For your stay in Branson, choose Thousand Hills Golf Resort to be your home away from home. Thousand Hills is located close to Silver Dollar City, yet the lodging places are perfectly secluded so you won’t be bothered by the city noise. You also have several options for your lodging – Branson cabins, Branson golf front condos, and Branson lakefront condos. Book now by calling 1-877-262-0430.
