When the first of over 50 marching bands, drum and bugle teams, parade floats, and other units steps off in the Branson Adoration Parade at approximately
The parade is a non commercial event honoring the true meaning of CHRISTmas and celebrating the lighting of the giant Nativity Scene high above Historic Downtown Branson on Mount Branson. It’s combination of non commercialism, its theme, “Keeping Christ in Christmas,” and the time of day it is held make it perhaps one of the most unique parades in America, if not the world.It is one of Americas few night time parades and every float must carry their own self contained lighting system.Many of the marching units have miniature lighting systems on their uniforms and instruments.
The Adoration Parade and Nativity Scene lighting has been an Ozarks tradition for well over half a century, long before the Branson became a popular Christmas destination.It is first and foremost, a way for those privileged enough to live in these blessed Ozark Hills to have an opportunity to celebrate the birth of the One for whom Christmas is named, the Christ Child, and the hope, love, and peace that He offers.
Although subject to change, the Parade Route will start at the corner of Oklahoma and Commercial Streets, at the north end of historic downtown Branson, and proceed six blocks south to Price Street. At Price Street it will turn east and proceed to Sycamore Street. The route goes north on Sycamore Street, 4 blocks, to its junction with Main Street where it will turn east and proceed to its termination point at the junction of Main Street and Box Car Willie Drive.
For further information contact the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB 1-417-334-4084 or or the Downtown Main Street Association 417-334-1548.
