If you’re coming to Branson and want to know what’s going on during your trip? Below are some of the upcoming tournaments and competitions taking place in Branson!
Youth Baseball Tournaments at Ballparks of America 2026
At the sprawling Ballparks of America complex (1000 Pat Nash Drive, Branson), a full summer schedule of youth baseball tournaments kicks off in early June:
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Gold Glove Classic – June 6–12 (12U, 13U, 14U)
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Father’s Day Classic – June 13–19 (11U–13U)
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Boys of Summer – June 20–26 (12U, 13U)
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Hometown Heroes – June 27–July 3 (11U–13U)
These are part of a larger lineup that includes tournaments before and after June, catering to youth baseball teams of various age groups.
Branson Recreation Basketball, Soccer & Softball Events
According to Branson Parks & Recreation’s official schedule, the following events are set for June 2026:
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June 3–6: Tri‑Lakes Basketball Tournament
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June 6–8: USSSA Ozark Classic (baseball/softball)
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June 7–8: All‑In‑Sports Soccer Tournament
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June 10: Tri‑Lakes Basketball Tournament
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June 11–13: Licking High School Team Basketball
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June 13–15: USSSA Softball Tournament
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June 17–18: Tri‑Lakes Basketball Tournament
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June 19–22: Top Gun Softball Tournament
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June 24–29: USSSA National Championship (presumably softball)
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June 24–26: Licking High School Basketball Team
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June 28–29: Hoops Midwest Basketball Tournament
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Additionally, youth and college softball tourney registration was available for early 2026 events like the Lead-Off Classic, Bash Classic, Battle Classic, Turf’s Up Classic, Showtime Classic, Red‑White‑Blue Spring Games, Grand Slam Classic, and Spring Games. While most of these happen earlier in the year, they’re part of Branson’s robust athletic event lineup bransonparksandrecreation.com+4bransonmo.gov+4bransonmo.gov+4.
Open Championship Series – Cheer & Dance
An Open Championship Series featuring cheer and dance takes place in Branson on March 28–29, 2026. While it’s earlier in the year, it’s a popular weekend event for families and teams Facebook+1.
Quick Overview Table
| Event & Type | Dates | Description |
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| Gold Glove Classic (Baseball) | June 6–12 | Youth baseball tournament (12U–14U) |
| Father’s Day Classic (Baseball) | June 13–19 | Youth baseball tournament (11U–13U) |
| Boys of Summer (Baseball) | June 20–26 | Youth baseball tournament (12U–13U) |
| Hometown Heroes (Baseball) | June 27–July 3 | Continues youth baseball tournaments |
| Tri-Lakes Basketball | June 3–6, 10, 17–18 | Rec basketball tournaments |
| USSSA Ozark Classic | June 6–8 | Baseball/softball tournament |
| All-In-Sports Soccer Tournament | June 7–8 | Youth soccer event |
| Licking HS Basketball | June 11–13; 24–26 | High school basketball team tournaments |
| USSSA Softball Tournament | June 13–15 | Softball competition |
| Top Gun Softball Tournament | June 19–22 | Regional softball tournament |
| USSSA National Championship | June 24–29 | Likely softball national-level event |
| Hoops Midwest Basketball | June 28–29 | Youth basketball tournament |
| Open Championship Series (Cheer/Dance) | March 28–29 | Cheer and dance competition |
