End of September . Generally the weather is something we can handle at that time leaving Wisconsin for a week in Branson and back. Not high on my list of places to go but a trip the wife requested. Made reservation already so it is a done deal.

 

SEP 20, 2017 - SEP 23, 2017 Bikes, Blues and BBQ is over in Fayetteville, Arkansas, I stay in Branson and ride over for the day.

 

Dude some of the best motorcycle roads in the country are a short 20 or so miles away in Arkansas!!!
http://www.motorcycleroads.us/states/ar.html There are ride maps available free in just about every restaurant, hotel, campground, convenience store, everywhere in Ark. Enjoy!! Just watch for deer as they will be everywhere!!!!

 

AR has some great roads for motorcycling. I would suggest this loop that includes the Peel Ferry plus some awesome twisties & scenery.

 

I do the same thing. Lots cheaper than around the rally. Great riding in that area. I hope you like hills, cause Branson is full of hills.
Stop in at Lambert's cafe in Ozark, MO and get some Throwed rolls.

 

Branson and Eureka Springs, AR are our default getaway places for a weekend. There are a lot of great riding roads in the area once you get out of Branson itself. Learn the colored alternate routes to avoid HWY 76 (the Strip) as much as possible. Maps are available just about everywhere.

Lambert's Cafe was already mentioned. Another cool place to eat is Mel's Hard Luck Diner and their singing servers.

 

Here is a good resource:
http://www.pigtrailhd.com/check-out-our--ride-maps

 

I'm moving to the area soon and this is going to be helpful.
Thanks for posting.