The residents of Missouri have debated whether to build additional casinos in the state for years, especially in Branson and Rockaway Beach. Under Proposition A of 2008, Missouri restricts the limit of casinos to the gaming facilities currently built. For a casino to be built in Branson, a statewide vote would need to approve a constitutional amendment. The Missouri Gaming Commission cannot issue a license with Proposition A in place.
The nearest casinos to Branson, Missouri, are at least four hours away in Kansas City and St. Louis. You can try your luck at Harrah's Hotel & Casino Kansas City, Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City and Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa in Kansas City. Or, take a drive to St. Louis to play at the Lumiere Place Casino & Hotel, River City Casino, Casino Queen Hotel & Casino and Harrah's St. Louis Casino & Hotel.
Although Branson does not have casinos, the area has an abundance of live shows, attractions and shopping facilities. Branson offers over 100 shows in more than 50 theaters, such as the famed Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, the amazing illusions at the Kirby VanBurch Show, the Osmonds, The Platters, and Tony Orlando and the Lennon Sisters. Branson attractions include Silver Dollar City, Track 5 Family Fun Park, Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Talking Rocks Cavern. Places to shop in Branson include Ozarkland, Branson Landing and Factory Merchants Branson
