Why Branson?
What makes meeting destinations attractive to meeting guests?
Attractions.
Sounds simple. But a city with a wide variety of attractions keeps meeting and convention attendees busy and engaged outside of the meeting.
And that’s why planners choose Branson, Missouri.
Yes, THAT Branson—the beautiful hamlet nestled deep in the Missouri Ozarks that transformed itself from a regional, family-friendly summertime vacation spot, into one of America’s top tourist destinations.
As Branson’s popularity with tourists exploded, many visitors told city leaders that they wished they could hold meetings and conventions here, but there was no facility that could accommodate groups larger than a few hundred.
City leaders agreed, if people from all over the world were flocking here for vacation, why wouldn’t they flock here for a convention?
Building the Perfect Space in Branson
Opening in 2007, the Branson Convention Center has delivered the space Branson was lacking.
Able to accommodate up to 4,500 attendees, the convention center has booked a wide range of events and bookings continue to grow.
The Branson Convention Center’s functionality and flexibility get high grades. The center offers a total of 114,000 gross square feet of flexible, high-tech meeting space.
The Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel is designated as a “Four Diamond” lodging establishment by the AAA (American Automobile Association), and offers guests a chance to experience the amenities of a metropolitan hotel in the heart of small town America.
The convention center’s food and beverage menu options are second to none. We combine the latest culinary techniques with the finest local ingredients to create a very special ‘Ozark’ twist to the offerings at the convention center. The hotel’s signature restaurant Level 2 Steakhouse, offers guests an unparalleled dining experience.
Away From The Meeting Room
Unlike other destinations, you can feel comfortable in bringing the whole family to your meeting or convention. Kids of all ages will enjoy miniature golf, water parks, go-karts and Silver Dollar City, one of America’s most popular theme parks.
Live shows abound with magicians, rock ‘n’ roll, country, family harmonies, comedy, variety, dinner shows, gospel, and well-known performers that play limited engagements. You may not have known that Branson has more theater seats than Broadway.
You like being on the water? Branson boasts three pristine lakes that offer world-class fishing.
Want to hit the links? There are 12 championship courses to choose from, golf pros to help perfect your swing, and some of the best pro shops in the Midwest.
Hungry? Branson offers more than 250 places to eat! Buffets, fast food, family restaurants, steaks, fish, live music, outside restaurants, waterfront restaurants, gourmet restaurants with delicate wines and beautifully arranged food.
Feel like shopping? You can choose between both Ozark-flavor shops and major name outlets for those looking for bargains. Another option is Branson Landing, located on the shores of scenic Lake Taneycomo. Here you can explore Belk’s Department Store, Bass Pro Shops, and more than 100 specialty stores.
So if you’re planning a meeting, convention or expo, Branson is the premier location for both first-class meeting accommodations, and plenty of family-friendly things to do outside the conference room or exhibit hall.