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Christmas Lights & Displays
An Old Time Christmas
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, all day
Branson, Branson area
TicketedKid-friendly
Silver Dollar City's holiday season, November 7, 2026 through January 2, 2027.
2026 holiday directory
Christmas in Springfield, Branson & the Ozarks: 2026
Confirmed events from organizer, venue, and city pages, plus a separate list of leads whose 2026 dates are not in this directory yet. This is not a complete calendar. Details can change.
Featured
Signature events with a checked 2026 source. The directory below is where filters apply.
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Santa Visits & Kids' Activities
Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 5:00 PM (Santa arrival)
Springfield, Greene County
FreeKid-friendly
Free photos with Santa from November 8 through December 24, plus the November 7 arrival.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Springfield Christmas Parade
Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Park Central Square.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Gardens Aglow
Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Members night)
Springfield, Greene County
TicketedKid-friendly
Selected nights of lights at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
Springfield Ballet: The Nutcracker
Thu, Dec 17, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Springfield, Greene County
TicketedKid-friendly
The Nutcracker at the Landers Theatre, December 17 to 21, 2026.
Directory
Default results are confirmed events that have not ended. Canceled, sold out, and postponed events stay visible when a future date is still on the record.
Shows events the official page marks for children, kids, all ages, strollers, or a child rating.
11 upcoming events
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Christmas Lights & Displays
An Old Time Christmas
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, all day
Branson, Branson area
TicketedKid-friendly
Silver Dollar City's holiday season, November 7, 2026 through January 2, 2027.
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Santa Visits & Kids' Activities
Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 5:00 PM (Santa arrival)
Springfield, Greene County
FreeKid-friendly
Free photos with Santa from November 8 through December 24, plus the November 7 arrival.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet
Fri, Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM (Show. Doors 6:00 p.m.)
Springfield, Greene County
Ticketed
Friday, November 13, 2026, show at 7:00 p.m. at the Gillioz Theatre.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Springfield Christmas Parade
Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown
Saturday, November 21, 2026, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Park Central Square.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Gardens Aglow
Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Members night)
Springfield, Greene County
TicketedKid-friendly
Selected nights of lights at the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
Fri, Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM (Show. Doors 7:00 p.m.)
Springfield, Greene County
Ticketed
Film screening on Friday, November 27, 2026, show at 8:00 p.m.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Springfield Jaycees Holiday Lights Parade
Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 5:30 PM
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown
Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Springfield.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
It's a Wonderful Life
Sun, Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM
Springfield, Greene County
Free
Free film showing on Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
Springfield Ballet: The Nutcracker
Thu, Dec 17, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Springfield, Greene County
TicketedKid-friendly
The Nutcracker at the Landers Theatre, December 17 to 21, 2026.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
Holidays with the Symphony
Sat, Dec 19, 2026, 2:30 PM (Performance. Doors 1:30 p.m.)
Springfield, Greene County
UnknownKid-friendly
All-ages Springfield Symphony concert, December 19, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
A Hollywood Christmas
Sat, Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 PM
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown
Springfield Symphony Orchestra, December 19, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
2026 date not announced
These leads are not in the default calendar. A listing moves up only after an official 2026 schedule is checked.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
$100 and Under Art Market
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
A Charlie Brown Christmas
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
A Very Merry Little Farm Christmas
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Adoration Parade and lighting
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Ash Grove parade and tree lighting
2026 date not announced
Ash Grove, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Bagwell Lights
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Battlefield decorating contest
2026 date not announced
Battlefield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Branson area drive-through light trails
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
Branson holiday theater productions
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 lineup not announced in this directory.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Branson Landing Christmas tree and festivities
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
Organizer page does not print the year 2026.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Branson West municipal holiday events
2026 date not announced
Branson West, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Santa Visits & Kids' Activities
Breakfast with Santa
2026 date not announced
Republic, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Carson's Aglow
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Christmas at the Museum
2026 date not announced
Republic, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
Christmas in the Ozarks market
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Christmas on the Frisco
2026 date not announced
Willard, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Santa Visits & Kids' Activities
Christmas ornaments scroll-saw workshop
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Fair Grove Christmas parade
2026 date not announced
Fair Grove, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Churches, Nativities & Faith-Based
Historic courthouse caroling
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Hollister municipal Christmas celebrations
2026 date not announced
Hollister, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Hot Rod Holiday
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Jaxon's Lights
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
Local churches, libraries, schools, and craft markets
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 dates not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Mayor's tree lighting
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
The city calendar entry on file is 2024, not 2026.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
Merry Market
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Concerts, Ballet & Performances
MOJO: A Swingin' Christmas
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
Organizer page omits the year, so the date is not confirmed.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
Ozark Christmas Traditions
2026 date not announced
Ash Grove, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Park Central Square holiday lights
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Promised Land Zoo seasonal experience
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Republic Christmas Parade
2026 date not announced
Republic, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Santa Visits & Kids' Activities
Santa & Holly Claus at Campbell UMC
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Giving & Special Events
Santa Run
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Lights & Displays
Sea of Lights at Wonders of Wildlife
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
Year and end date were not on the organizer page checked.
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Parades & Tree Lightings
Strafford Christmas Parade
2026 date not announced
Strafford, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Holiday Festivals & Experiences
THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride
2026 date not announced
Branson, Branson area
TicketedKid-friendly2026 date not announced
Select departures are on the organizer page. The full timetable is not copied here.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
Weihnachtsmarkt
2026 date not announced
Battlefield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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Christmas Markets & Shopping
WinterFest Arts & Crafts
2026 date not announced
Springfield, Greene County
Unknown2026 date not announced
2026 date not announced.
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FAQ
Questions about this directory
Dates and prices come from the cited pages and can change.
- Is this every holiday event?
- No. The directory lists events with an official 2026 source, plus a separate section of research leads whose dates are not confirmed. Send a missing event with the form on this page. Nothing from that form is published until it is reviewed.
- What does a confirmed listing mean?
- A listing is confirmed only when an organizer, venue, or city page shows the 2026 date. The detail panel includes that source and the date it was last checked. Times, prices, and plans can still change.
- What does Kid-friendly mean?
- Kid-friendly is used only when the official page says the event is for children, kids, all ages, strollers, or a child rating such as G. If the page does not say, the label is left off.
- What do Free, Ticketed, Donation, and Unknown mean?
- They match what the official page says about cost. Unknown means the page did not state a cost. It does not mean the event is free. Soonest date is the default sort. Free first lists free events, then donation, ticketed, and unknown.
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