BRANSON EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
A Cowboy Christmas at The Great American Chuckwagon: Songs, Skewers and Side-Splitting Western Humor in Branson
An authentic chuckwagon dinner show featuring the Old Trail Wranglers — this guide explains what to expect from the meal, the music, and arrival logistics for an evening in Branson.
A Cowboy Christmas at The Great American Chuckwagon: Songs, Skewers and Side-Splitting Western Humor in Branson.
Set amid Branson’s theatrical strip, An Old Trail Christmas Chuckwagon Show is an evening-length cowboy dinner-theater that pairs a traditional chuckwagon menu with live cowboy songs, twin fiddles, gun-twirling flourishes and broad holiday comedy — an unapologetically seasonal round-up of cowboy croonin’, fiddlin’ and poetry.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Old Trail Wranglers: Live Cowboy Music and Comedy
The Old Trail Wranglers headline the evening with classic Cowboy Christmas songs and modern cowboy favorites, blending twin fiddles, crooning standards and broad holiday comedy into a stage show that leans into cowboy tradition.
A Chuckwagon Dinner Menu
Dinner is an integral part of the experience: potato soup, smoked brisket, BBQ pulled pork, cowboy beans, whole-ear corn on the cob, a yeast dinner roll, cobbler and a choice of beverage are served during the show.
An Authentic Cowboy Christmas Round‑Up
Seasonal touches frame the evening — yuletide yodeling, cowboy poetry and familiar songs popularized by Gene Autry and Roy Rogers — delivering a specifically Western take on holiday entertainment.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
You arrive at a dedicated chuckwagon theater for a two‑hour program that alternates between plated chuckwagon fare and a stage show: fiddle duels, cowboy crooning, gun‑twirling bits and comedian interludes. The rhythm is dinner, then performance, then more music — a compact, festive evening of Western-themed entertainment.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this show is practically set up for — and the one hard rule to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program runs approximately 2 hours; evening traffic between 5–9 PM can produce delays up to one hour, so allow extra time before show start.
Bring your tickets and the correct number of child tickets if applicable: any child age 4 or older requires a ticket; children younger may be lap children unless you select a child ticket for a seat and meal.
The meeting address is 5586 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616‑8129; because the main highway is two lanes, consider alternate approaches such as the Ozark Mountain Highroad or Hwy 265 to avoid peak evening congestion.
Shows begin promptly; late arrivals should plan accordingly because no refunds or exchanges are available for late admission.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the show?
The program runs approximately 2 hours.
Where do I check in?
Meet at The Shepherd of the Hills location: 5586 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616‑8129.
Is dinner included with the show?
Yes — the experience includes a chuckwagon dinner with items such as potato soup, smoked brisket, BBQ pulled pork, cowboy beans, corn on the cob, a yeast roll, cobbler and a beverage choice.
What should I know about arrival and traffic?
Evening traffic on the two‑lane highway can cause delays of up to an hour between 5–9 PM; plan to arrive early and consider alternate routes such as the Ozark Mountain Highroad or Hwy 265. Shows begin promptly and late arrivals may not be accommodated.
Do children need tickets?
A ticket is required for any child aged 4 or older. Children younger than 4 are considered lap children; if you want them to have their own seat and meal, select a child ticket at purchase.