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AERODIUM OUTDOOR FLYING ADVENTURE Fritz’s Adventure opens America’s first Aerodium Outdoor Flying Adventure: a vertical, open-air, 140 mph wind tunnel. The thrill of skydiving in a safe, controlled environment, for guests young and old. OZARKS NATIONAL GOLF COURSE Big Cedar Lodge redefines the perception of golf in the Ozarks unveiling Ozarks National Golf Course, designed by architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. Carved into the Ozark Mountains with incredible vistas, this 18-hole course is fully walkable and capable of hosting future PGA and USGA tournaments. SHREK THE MUSICAL Coming to a swamp in Branson this summer – Welk Resort proudly presents everyone’s favorite ogre! Shrek: The
Musical is the all-new musical production based on the award-winning Broadway show and movie that will enthrall families with the charming story of the gruff but lovable ogre who sets out on an adventure – so he can be left alone – and finds that love and friendship can have a place in his life. Filled with wonderful music, hilarious comedy and a heart-warming message of love and acceptance, runs June through August at Welk Resort Theatre. THUNDER ALLEY Check out the NASCAR-themed Thunder Alley go-karts at Big Cedar Lodge, designed by 2017 NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr. and crew chief Cole Pearn. Thunder Alley delivers highspeed fun for the whole family with powerful “turbo boosts” to blast past the competition. BASS PRO SHOPS’ SHOOTING ACADEMY Bass Pro Shops’ Shooting Academy is a world-class training facility, ideal for families, group outings and private events,
with 920-acres of activities set against the stunning backdrop of the Ozarks. WONDERWORKS WonderWorks, the upside-down adventure, is a science focused, indoor amusement park for the mind. Four floors of non-stop “edutainment” for all ages, with over 100 hands-on interactive exhibits. SKYSCRAPER A new kind of thrill in 2019 at Track Family Fun Parks. The Skyscraper’s base tower will stand 80 feet tall, and the windmillstyle propeller arms will extend to 160 feet tall at their maximum height, with a maximum speed of 60 miles per hour. Enjoy high-rise go-karts, classic go-karts, bumper cars, arcades and The Branson Ferris Wheel. PAULA DEEN’S FAMILY KITCHEN New celebrity dining experiences come to Branson Landing Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen – a one-of-a-kind, family-style dining experience featuring the Deen Family’s own recipes.
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LANDSHARK BAR & GRILL Jimmy Buffet’s Landshark Bar & Grill lights up the night with a taste of the tropics, live entertainment and a 2000-sq.-ft. fountain-side patio. ANDY B’s BOWL SOCIAL Andy B’s Bowl Social – a unique mix of boutique bowling, attractions and dining at Branson Landing. Modern American cuisine, local craft brews, wine and craft cocktails, plus lots of social games to bring everyone together. THE YEAR OF SHOWS AND FESTIVALS Silver Dollar City presents THE YEAR OF
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SHOWS AND FESTIVALS! Million-dollar mega-production show for Summer, Reuben’s Swashbuckling Adventure. New for Fall, spectacular nighttime experience, Pumpkin Nights with thousands of glowing pumpkins artfully brought to life throughout the streets of Silver Dollar City, creating the biggest Fall in the park’s nearly six-decade history. AMERICA’S CHRISTMAS TREE CITY Many cities around the country have one impressive Christmas tree that is the center of their holiday celebrations. Branson, however, “America’s Christmas Tree City” has more than 25 trees 25’ or
taller. The Branson Christmas Coalition, working year round to inspire, encourage and facilitate Christmas tree displays throughout the area, put a special emphasis on “landmark trees.” “Yule” have a very merry Christmas in Branson. NATIONAL TOURING ACTS Coming to theatres in Branson for 2019: Howie Mandel, Vicki Lawrence & Mama: A Two Woman Show; Darryl Worley & Billy Dean; Tommy James & The Shondells; Gary Lewis & The Playboys; Moe Bandy; Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone; Mitch Ryder; Lee Greenwood; T.G. Sheppard; Crystal Gayle; Johnny Mathis; Oak Ridge Boys; Neal McCoy; Bellamy Brothers; Dailey & Vincent and more.
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Live SHOWS
No trip to Branson is complete without a stop to see some live entertainment.
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Since the Baldknobbers played the first notes on the banks of Lake Taneycomo, live shows have been the mainstay of a vacation in Branson. Today, with so many acts to choose from, Branson is truly the Live Music Show Capital of the World!
Entire families of entertainers headline shows in Branson and continue a timehonored tradition of more than 60 years, pioneered by the Mabe family of Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers and more than 52 years of Presleys’ Country Jubilee.
There is music from every era and style performed by both rising young entertainers and legendary stars. The wide variety of music includes Pop, Country, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Gospel, Patriotic, Broadway, Western, Big Band, Swing, Bluegrass, Jazz, Classical and more. Music made famous by baroque composers, cowboy poets, cinematic blockbusters, ’50s heartthrobs, ’60s pop bands, and today’s Top 40 artists can be enjoyed from early in the morning throughout the afternoon, evening and late at night.
Comedians are a Branson staple, both as headliners and specialty acts in zany variety shows and opening acts. Peals of laughter can be heard throughout Branson with clean comedy the whole family can truly enjoy and that tickles everyone’s funny bone.
Several internationally famous performers call Branson home, as do scores of ensemble production shows featuring large casts of singers, dancers and musicians. State-of-the-art productions, world-class tribute shows and famous national touring acts add to an eclectic mix of entertainment. We like to say that we have “more stars per square foot in Branson than anywhere else in the universe!”
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International shows broaden the scope of entertainment diversity. These shows inject cultural flavor through their music, dance, acrobatics, costuming and sets. Each April, Silver Dollar City presents the Festival of Wonder, bringing hundreds of performers from around the world. Branson is truly a melting pot of international entertainment. From Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction to the multi-million dollar Sight & Sound Theatre, where the Bible comes to life with performances including “SAMSON,” several shows are presented in unique venues that add to your vacation experience.
Billy Yates IN THE ROUND at the Americana Theatre, brings the best in performing songwriter experiences to the stage. Host, Grammy-nominated, singer/songwriter Billy Yates, introduces the audience to the world of performing songwriters, where two hit writer/artists from Nashville join Billy onstage to tell the stories behind the songs they play. This different style of relaxed and unscripted show allows you to enjoy the spirit of what makes acoustic performances so special and the ones who wrote them, so great. Coming to a swamp in Branson this summer – Welk Resort proudly presents everyone’s favorite ogre! Shrek: The Musical is the all-new musical production based on the award-winning Broadway show and movie that will enthrall families with the charming story of the gruff but lovable ogre who sets out on an adventure – so he can be left alone – and finds that love and friendship can have a place in his life. Filled with wonderful music, hilarious comedy and a heart-warming message of love and acceptance, runs June through August at Welk Resort Theatre. Throughout the year, a number of major touring artists such as the The Oak Ridge Boys, Neal McCoy, Dailey & Vincent, Howie Mandel, Tommy James & The
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Live SHOWS Shondells, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, Lee Greenwood, Crystal Gayle and others perform limited dates in concert. New stars are booked on a frequent basis, so check ExploreBranson.com often. It’s easy to meet the stars in Branson, and many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and pose for photos. Most performers live here and are often seen enjoying shows and attractions, dining in restaurants, shopping in one of our many stores, playing golf and fishing – just like you and your family.
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The beautiful seasons of Branson offer different opportunities for everyone to enjoy a variety of shows year-round. Each Spring, student performance groups, families on spring break, adventurous travelers and returning show lovers enjoy the debut of many new acts, segments and production numbers. Summer keeps the action going with everything under the sun: magic, music, acrobats, dance, Broadway-style productions, exotic animals and our families entertaining your family. Fall for the Ozarks with a visit to Autumn Daze, an arts & crafts festival in Historic Downtown Branson followed by a hike in the Ozark Mountains, and then take in a national touring act or music show.
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During Ozark Mountain Christmas, many of the shows in Branson devote at least half of each performance to holidaythemed music, sets, costumes and production numbers. Some shows offer New Year’s Eve entertainment packages complete with hors d’oeurves, party favors and special dinners at the venue or at a nearby restaurant. Be sure to make your reservations early to celebrate 2019 with the stars. T H E D U T TO N S
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Live SHOWS LET BRANSON’S FAMILIES ENTERTAIN YOUR FAMILY “When half of the Lennon family considered moving from California to Branson in 1994, we called the Osmonds,” said Kathy Lennon, one of The Lennon Sisters, America’s Sweethearts of Song. “They told us Branson is exactly what America needs, where families really
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matter. With the different generations of Lennons performing here, it truly is a family matter, and we love it!” For many in Branson, show business is the family business. The Baldknobbers and Presleys feature generations of family members who perform together nightly. The Haygoods, The Lennon Sisters, SIX, The Hughes Brothers, The Duttons, The Osmonds, The Bretts, Doug Gabriel, The Petersens, the Hamners, Clay and Tina Cooper, Shoji Tabuchi and other shows feature family members performing daily and nightly on stage together.
audio/video elements and pyrotechnics. Fun is what Branson’s show business families are all about—fun for their families and yours! STUDENTS LOVE SHOWS Branson is the fastest-growing student performance destination in the country. Student groups can perform onstage at many of the shows and attend customized educational workshops led by local entertainment professionals. On your group’s visit to Branson, students may end up singing for a packed house in a 2,000-seat theater or giving a show choir performance for 100 in a smaller venue.
These talented families will inspire and wow every member of your family with their dazzling musical, comedic and vocal talents. Many shows in Branson exclusively feature family members; they are fine examples of incredibly talented performers endowed with musical gifts.
More than that, Branson offers an immersive experience for young travelers, giving them the opportunity to find exciting and memorable experiences and to share the very stages that the city’s top performers call home.
They have also mastered the art of presenting full-scale production shows complete with elaborate sets, high-tech laser light systems, costumes, props,
These educational trips include backstage tours and technical presentations by the professional staff at each venue. Students have a chance to ask questions and learn.
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Big bass are always biting in Branson. Make your next fishing trip a brag-worthy story.
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Within minutes of the neon lights of Branson’s entertainment district, outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy ziplining, hiking, biking, riding a motorcyle, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, trout and bass fishing, hunting, trap and skeet shooting, spelunking, rock climbing, as well as recreational and competitive sporting activities. Public parks, beaches, resorts, campgrounds, national forests and recreational facilities abound. The Branson/Lakes Area has three pristine lakes with hundreds of miles of natural shoreline and more than 100,000 acres of city, state, federal and privately owned forest, conservation, wilderness and park areas available to visitors. Visitors can hike trails at the 1,574-acre Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area. In addition, there are three hiking trails, a cave and a view of Lake Taneycomo within the 130-acre Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area on Fall Creek Road. Missouri’s 1.5-million acre Mark Twain National Forest offers outdoor recreational opportunities in and around the nearby towns of Kimberling City and Forsyth.
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TOPOGRAPHY The Ozark Mountain terrain of caves, streams, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, grasslands, forests, steep rocky hillsides, bottomland and glades make up the breathtaking topography of the area. BALDS Although hardwood forests cover much of the Branson/Lakes Area, one of the most intriguing features is the “glades,” frequently referred to as “balds” by locals because of their characteristically sparse terrain of semi-desert soil, ledge-rock, scattered cedar trees and prairie plants amidst rolling seas of oak and hickory trees. You’ll most often see glades on the south and west-facing slopes of hills where intense and prolonged sunlight – coupled with fires started by lightning, Native Americans or early settlers – have kept them relatively clear of trees.
Started by upstanding citizens, the Bald Knobbers, as they became known, concealed their identities for fear of retribution by criminals and eventually lost popular support due to their increasingly ruthless and seemingly indiscriminate (and sometimes murderous) tactics.
BALD KNOBBERS The area’s balds served as important meeting spots for the 1880s vigilante justice gangs that organized in Taney County after many years of lawlessness immediately following the Civil War.
You can still see “Baldknobbers” in Branson, the musical instrumenttoting kind, at the Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers show – well past their 60th year of bringing live music and good, clean family entertainment to audiences.
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ADVENTURE DOGWOOD CANYON The 10,000-acre Dogwood Canyon Nature Park offers the best outdoor experience in the region for visitors of all ages. Miles of paved trails allow for walking and biking alongside cool spring-fed streams with rainbow trout and waterfalls. Guided tram and jeep tours offer a ride-along trek into pastures where herds of bison, elk and longhorn cattle roam. One-of-a-kind experiences include Segway nature tours, fly fishing for trophy rainbow trout and horseback riding alongside towering limestone bluffs. You won’t want to miss exploring the Nature & Conservation Center, with live animal and fish displays, hands-on crafts and wilderness survival demonstrations. Journey to the treetops for a birdseye view of the park and experience a treehouse built by Animal Planet’s Treehouse Masters that offers even more to explore! A working gristmill with live demonstrations and an extensive artifact hall offer a look into what life was like in the Ozarks hundreds of years ago. The Canyon Grill restaurant rounds out your experience with a full lunch menu of locally sourced dishes and indoor/outdoor seating with stunning waterfall views. WOLFE MOUNTAIN Wolfe Mountain, just seven miles north of Branson, is home to Branson Zipline Canopy Tours. An authentic zipline canopy tour, plus SnowFlex Tubing Hill, has visitors soaring through the trees while traversing a series of ziplines, sky bridges and platforms or tubing down the slope. The guided eco-adventures include third-party, safety-certified guides sharing topographical, ecological and historical information. Guests choose from four different canopy tours or take the Blue Streak Fast Line with Freefall Xpress – a thrilling zip with a 100-foot freefall. TABLE ROCK LAKESHORE TRAIL The two-mile Table Rock Lakeshore Trail connects the Dewey Short Visitor Center to the Showboat Branson Belle and Table Rock State Park. The eight-foot-wide
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opposum, skunks and a few armadillos. It’s not uncommon to see wildlife within the city limits of Branson. If you visit one of the area’s lakes, rivers, city parks or campgrounds, you may see birds on the flyway to summer or winter grounds. The woods are teeming with deer, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, wild turkeys, great horned owls, great blue herons and pileated woodpeckers. Look for quail, songbirds, red fox, squirrels, otters, beavers, minks, armadillos, opossums, roadrunners, coachwhip snakes, garter snakes, skunks, eastern collared lizards and box turtles.
RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS Are you planning an RV or camping trip? If you are, you’ll be happy to know that Branson offers a variety of camping sites and RV parks for you to enjoy. You may want to stay lakeside or on top of the Ozark Mountains, but wherever you stay, you are just minutes away from great live shows and exciting attractions; neon and nature beckons you.
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In the Branson/Lakes Area, there are 35 RV Parks with 2,870 sites: 2,000 with full hookup (electric, water, sewer), 735 water/electric or just electric and 135 tent sites. You can enjoy the comforts of a full-service 20/30/50-amp RV site or unplug and reconnect with your family in the backwoods near one of three pristine lakes in the area. Most of the area’s RV Parks and campground sites are located on or just minutes away from Lake Taneycomo and Table Rock Lake and are close to nearby Branson shows and attractions. Many offer WiFi and Internet access to help you keep up with emails from family and friends, and most are very petfriendly. Some Branson/Lakes Area RV Parks and Campgrounds are Good Sam award-winners and are often featured in Trailer Life magazine. RVing is definitely a family affair. Kids, parents and grandparents benefit from time spent together. And you cannot beat s’mores around the firepit.
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The Branson/Lakes Area is the fastestgrowing golf destination in America. Three courses have opened in the past four years, and another three are planned to debut in the next three years. And they’re not just any courses. They’re mindblowers, with some recently opened ones designed by Nicklaus, Fazio and Player. Big Cedar Lodge redefines the perception of golf in the Ozarks recently unveiling Ozarks National Golf Course, designed by architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. Carved into the Ozark Mountains with incredible vistas, this 18-hole course is fully walkable and capable of hosting future PGA and USGA tournaments. The Mountain Top course designed by Gary Player opened in 2017, with two more by Tiger Woods currently under construction, including Payne’s Valley, named after southwest Missouri native, Payne Stewart. There are eight courses in the Branson area. Top of the Rock course is part of the Big Cedar Lodge resort. A Jack Nicklaus designed, 9-hole, par 3 golf course, one of only eleven courses in the nation recognized by the Audubon Signature Cooperative Sanctuary Program. These area courses are so good that two of them – Buffalo Ridge and Top of the Rock – are played annually as part of the PGA Tour Champions Legends of Golf each spring. Top of the Rock includes Arnie’s Barn (yes, it’s from Latrobe, Penn.), the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum, and the Lost Canyon Cave tour (in a golf cart which is included in the greens fee). The new and planned courses join an existing collection of good to great ones. The Buffalo Ridge Springs course has a growing reputation as one of the top public courses in the nation. It ranks as the best public course in Missouri. A Tom Fazio design utilizing the natural features of the
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landscape, formerly Branson Creek, now has a herd of bison looking on. Branson Hills Golf Club is a tribute course honoring Legendary Missouri golfers. Natural rock outcroppings, waterfalls, creeks and wooded areas are incorporated. The course was designed by Chuck Smith with design consultant, and PGA Tour Professional, Bobby Clampett. Thousand Hills Golf Resort was rated 4-stars by Golf Digest magazine. This course has gained popularity due to its unique ability to cater to all golf skills levels. From novice to professional, the three separate sets of tees ensure a challenging, fair game for all.
LedgeStone Country Club at StoneBridge Village was described by Golf Digest as a “masterpiece of mountain golf architecture.” The 18-hole, par 71 championship course is just minutes from downtown Branson. Pointe Royale is a true “shot-maker” course with lush bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways, eight water holes, sand and grass bunkers and tees for all levels. Holiday Hills invites you to “play a round” with them. The scenery alone is breathtaking. A round of golf at Branson’s first golf course, built 1938, is an adventure.
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Branson Hills Golf Club 417-337-2963 bransonhillsgolfclub.com
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Chuck Smith & Bobby Clampett
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Dan Davis
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Buffalo Ridge Springs 417-339-5430 golfbigcedar.com
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Tom Fazio
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Greg Thomas, Kevin Roepke
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800 sq. ft. with an additional 2,000 sq. ft. of outdoor patio space
Holiday Hills Golf Club 417-334-4838 holidayhills.com
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Don Gardner
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Brent Burney
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1,100 sq. ft.
LedgeStone Country Club 417-335-8187 ledgestonegolf.com
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Tom Clark
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Bill Hasler
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5,375 sq. ft.
Mountain Top Golf Course 417-339-5421 golfbigcedar.com
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Gary Player
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Greg Thomas, Landon Steele
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3,000 sq. ft. with an additional 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor space
Ozarks National 417-339-5421 golfbigcedar.com
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Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw
7,036
Greg Thomas, Joey Johnson
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3,000 sq. ft. with an additional 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor space
Pointe Royale Golf Village 417-334-4477 pointeroyalegolf.net
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Ault Clark
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Evan Bradley
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3,300 sq. ft.
Thousand Hills Golf Resort 417-334-4553 thousandhills.com
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Mike Riley and Robert Cupp
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Pat Shay
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4,300 sq. ft.
Top of the Rock Golf Course 800-225-6343 topoftherock.com
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1,420
Greg Thomas, Theo Atchison
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Yes
5,560 sq. ft.
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a high priority on preserving the scenic beauty of the Ozarks’ natural shoreline, bluffs, forests and wildlife.
THREE PRISTINE LAKES The Branson/Lakes Area is well known for its three pristine lakes: Table Rock, Taneycomo and Bull Shoals. Water sports enthusiasts can swim, water ski, wakeboard, tube, boat, sail, scuba dive, jet ski, parasail, kayak and, of course, fish. The lakes’ waters never freeze, welcoming visitors’ activities year-round. All three lakes offer resort lodging, camping and picnicking facilities and easy access to the water at a number of public marinas and boat dock/launch areas. Several commercial docks offer fishing guide services and a wide range of boat rentals,
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including ski boats, pontoon boats, bass boats and wave runners. Many of the resorts on the three lakes offer guide service, rental boats, snack bars and private dock facilities for visitors’ boats. TABLE ROCK LAKE Accessible from multiple public and privately owned locations just minutes west of Branson, Table Rock Lake has been delighting visitors and residents alike since it was formed by the damming of the White River in 1959. While visitors can find dozens of places to stay and play along the banks of Table Rock Lake, the area’s commercial developments have placed
FISHING TABLE ROCK LAKE Missouri’s deepest (200 feet) and clearest reservoir, Table Rock is nationally recognized as a top bass fishing lake. Large numbers of largemouth, smallmouth, Kentucky spotted bass and white bass thrive in its diverse underwater structure and immense forage base. Bass, crappie and large bluegill are caught in abundance. Catfish of all sizes also roam the bottom of the lake. Many area resorts and marinas can connect you with an experienced fishing guide, and there are hundreds of national, regional and local tournaments held throughout the year. TABLE ROCK LAKE FACTS • 43,000 to 52,300 acres of surface area (depending on the water level) • 857 miles of shoreline • Table Rock Dam was completed in 1959. • The dam is 6,423 ft. long and 252 ft. high.
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For more information: Branson Chamber of Commerce & CVB (417) 334-4084 or (800) 214-3661 ExploreBranson.com Indian Point Chamber of Commerce (417) 338-2772 or (800) 888-3313 IndianPointChamber.com Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce (417) 739-2564 or (800) 554-4444 VisitTableRockLake.org Table Rock State Park (417) 334-4704 MoStateParks.com/tablerock.htm
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LAKE TANEYCOMO Accessible from many points, including downtown Branson, Rockaway Beach, Forsyth, Powersite, Hollister and the Fall Creek area, Lake Taneycomo was formed with the completion of Powersite Dam in 1913. Originally a section of the White River, Taneycomo is now technically a lake, yet retains the look and feel of a river. When Table Rock Dam was completed at Taneycomo’s headwaters in 1959, the nature of the lake changed. Taneycomo’s water now comes from the bottom of Table Rock Lake, making it a cold water lake. The cold, clear water, stocked annually with approximately 750,000 rainbow trout, makes Lake Taneycomo a world-class trout fishery. Resorts and full-service public marinas offer canoeing, kayaking, fishing boats, motorboats, guides, tackle and pontoons for relaxing and fun-filled lake activities.
FISHING LAKE TANEYCOMO The uppermost portion of the lake is reserved for artificial lures only, such as tiny jigs and crankbaits. These headwaters are also ideal for fly fishing with flies that imitate the freshwater shrimp and other natural bait that trout feed upon. The locals say the best way to catch trout is by drifting salmon eggs or angleworms. Affix the eggs or worms to a small hook and cast into holes with an ultra light rod and reel. This method used from a drifting boat or dock will yield a nice stringer. Lower Lake Taneycomo harbors a wellkept secret. The downstream area closer to Forsyth offers considerably warmer water and many other species of fish, making Taneycomo a versatile and challenging destination for anglers who are aware of its changing character from one end to the other. Fishing guides are available to help you make the most of your Lake Taneycomo experience.
LAKE TANEYCOMO FACTS • 2,000+ acres of surface area • 40+ miles of shoreline • 58 degrees - average water temperature • 750,000 + rainbow and brown trout stocked annually
or www.missouriconservation.org prior to your fishing trip on Lake Taneycomo. You can also consult a local guide service, marina or resort for up-to-date fishing regulation information. Area merchants also offer fishing licenses.
FISHING LICENSES A fishing license is required to fish in the state of Missouri. Residents under 16 and over 65 are not required to have a basic fishing license, and daily fishing permits are available. Military serving in the armed forces of the United States, and all former members of the United States armed forces and their immediate families stationed and residing in Missouri, may receive resident permit privileges. More information may be found at mdc.mo.gov Check Missouri’s trout fishing permit requirements from the Department of Conservation by calling (417) 895-6880
For more information: Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery – The largest trout-rearing facility in Missouri produces more than 80 percent of the fish released into Lake Taneycomo. More than 220,000 people visit each year. Call (417) 334-4865 Branson Chamber of Commerce & CVB (417) 334-4084 or (800) 214-3661 ExploreBranson.com Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce (417) 561-4280 RockawayBeach.net
Forsyth Chamber of Commerce (417) 546-2741 ForsythMissouri.org Hollister Chamber of Commerce (417) 334-3050 HollisterChamber.net Indian Point Chamber of Commerce (800) 888-3313 IndianPointChamber.com Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce (417) 739-2564 VisitTableRockLake.org BULL SHOALS LAKE Bull Shoals begins where Taneycomo ends and flows eastward from Forsyth into Arkansas. Bull Shoals Dam, the fifth largest concrete dam in the United States, is located seven miles north of Cotter,
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Arkansas. The lake’s shoreline is relatively undeveloped and features steep bluffs and rock ledges. The lake has many areas within 20 ft. of the shoreline measuring 50 ft. deep or more. Its crystalline water makes the lake an ideal spot for scuba divers. Light tackle and line are the best choice for anglers. Bull Shoals also provides a variety of public access points and a selection of quaint fishing lodges that offer privacy and a chance to explore surrounding Ozark Mountain scenery at its finest. FISHING BULL SHOALS LAKE Bull Shoals Lake is popular for its white, largemouth and spotted bass. It is a popular tournament lake and has a reputation for producing lunker fish of several varieties, including stripers that weigh in at more than 50 pounds.
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Record catches on this lake include a 5-pound, 5-ounce white bass, a 13-pound, 14-ounce largemouth bass and a 21-pound, 1-ounce walleye. Crappie, bream and catfish of all sizes can also be found in Bull Shoals Lake. BULL SHOALS LAKE FACTS • 45,440 to 71,240 (approx.) acres of surface area (depending on the water level) • 1200+ miles of shoreline • Bull Shoals Dam was created in 1951. • The dam is 2,256 ft. long and 256 ft. high.
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SILVER DOLLAR CITY In 2019, Silver Dollar City begins a new era of even bolder entertainment with “The Year of Shows & Festivals.” Topline features include a new $1 million, original mega-production show for Summer, Reuben’s Swashbuckling Adventure; and new for Fall, Pumpkin Nights with thousands of glowing pumpkins artfully brought to life throughout the streets of the City, creating the biggest Fall in the park’s nearly six-decade history. SPRING RIDE DAYS (Mar. 13-17, 20-24, 27-31, and Apr. 5 & 7) Experience the revolutionary, one-ofa-kind roller coaster Time Traveler, the fastest, steepest and tallest spinning roller coaster in the world. Plus, with over 40 thrilling rides and family attractions, Silver Dollar City is the perfect place to break out and ride lots of rides during your Spring Break.
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YOUNG CHRISTIANS WEEKEND (Apr. 5-7) A special teen-focused event with top Christian artists, workshops and rallies. FESTIVAL OF WONDER (Apr. 10-29) “A Most Amazing Entertainment Experience,” Festival of Wonder presents Phoenix Fire, a black-light, laser and fire production with jaw-dropping visual special effects. New acts like the “Wheel of Danger” and aerial acrobatics headline the festival’s CirqUnique show, new Harp Extreme explores musical styles with some of the world’s top harpists. Returning acts include the high-flying X-Pogo stunt show and speed painting with Paint Jam.
BLUEGRASS & BBQ (May 2-27) One of the world’s best bluegrass events features Flatt Lonesome, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver and lots of tasty BBQ. New for 2019 is Bluegrass Nights, nightly concerts in Echo Hollow Amphitheatre. SUMMER CONCERT SERIES (May 31-June 2 and June 7-9) Bands spanning the decades rock out in the Echo Hollow Amphitheatre, including Grammy-winning jazz-rock stars Blood, Sweat & Tears.
STAR-SPANGLED SUMMER (June 8-July 21) Imagination comes to life on stage in a huge, new original production, created exclusively for Silver Dollar City, Reuben’s Swashbuckling Adventure. The $1 million Broadway-style musical is a magical journey of discovery with a colorful cast, flying characters, state-of-the-art sets and special effects. Also new for summer, direct from America’s Got Talent is Kid Magic, starring Kadan Bart Rockett & Brooklyn. A new Echo Hollow Show and a new Saloon Show debut, and dance styles of all kinds are featured in Dance Explosion.
MOONLIGHT MADNESS (July 20-Aug. 4) Time Traveler… the fastest, steepest, tallest spinning roller coaster of its kind IN THE DARK! Enjoy 40 rides during this last blast of summer celebration; until 10 p.m. (and open until midnight on select days) and have fun after dark with street dancing and fireworks finale in Echo Hollow. SOUTHERN GOSPEL PICNIC (Aug. 22-Sept. 2) Southern Gospel’s 12 biggest days and nights with top Southern Gospel artists, plus the House of Chicken & Fixin’s. COUNTRY MUSIC DAYS (Sept. 6-22) This NEW event presents 13 back-to-back days of iconic country music plus Saturday Night Celebrity Concerts with classic country stars.
HARVEST FESTIVAL featuring CRAFT DAYS & NEW PUMPKIN NIGHTS (Sept. 25-Oct. 26) Welcoming visiting artisans, with select new crafters each week and launching the biggest fall in the park’s nearly six-decade history with Pumpkin Nights, transforming into a glowing-orange wonderland. Thousands of pumpkin creations and larger-than-life scarecrows, cats, owls and other characters shining in the dark. Pumpkin Pathway leads to Pumpkin Plaza with a dance party and fall activities, a new nighttime family experience. AN OLD TIME CHRISTMAS (Nov. 2-Dec. 30) One of the nation’s most acclaimed holiday festivals, An Old Time Christmas features the Christmas in Midtown Light Spectacular, Rudolph’s Holly Jolly™ Christmas Light Parade, a towering Special Effects Christmas Tree, two Broadwaystyle Christmas productions and 6.5 million lights. NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION (Dec. 31 & Jan. 1) An event with special entertainment to ring in the New Year.
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Showboat Branson Belle is America’s Most Entertaining Lake Adventure features 3-course meals and amazing live shows. A unique experience like no other offered in the region, cruises aboard this authentic paddle wheeler offer scenic tours on pristine Table Rock Lake with multi-level viewing decks. Plus inside, in a showroom and 700-seat dining room that spans three stories, the ship’s cast delivers on the promise of “most entertaining” with a variety show of singing and dancing performers plus a live band. Music genres include classic favorites from Broadway to rock and today’s country, plus awardwinning comedy. Enjoy a meal, a cruise and a show – all in one experience! At White Water, dive into 13 acres of water rides and slides filled with over
2-million gallons of fun for all ages! From mild-to-wild and relaxing to fullout exciting, White Water is a tropical adventure right in America’s Heartland. Palm trees and lush foliage greet you as you wander the park’s paths, leading you to adventures from 10-story slides, drop-down towers and raging waters to a relaxing river float and wave pool. More than one dozen themed attractions offer something for most every age, including immersive play areas for the little ones. Outfitted cabanas let you watch TV, enjoy the shade and have your own special family meeting place (upgrade option). Don’t miss Night Water where riding and sliding goes from day into night during starry summer nights. Fritz’s Adventure is a dynamic family attraction that brings the excitement and challenges of outdoor adventure into a multi-dimensional indoor environment. Experience three stories and 80,000
square feet where you can experience elements of the world around you that, anywhere else, would be prohibited or discouraged. Just opened is America’s first Aerodium Outdoor Flying Adventure: a vertical, open-air, 140 mph wind tunnel. The thrill of skydiving in a safe, controlled environment, for guests young and old. Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead tells the story of the lives, hopes and dreams of the Ozark Mountain people from Harold Bell Wright’s classic tale “The Shepherd of the Hills.” At the Historic Homestead, guests enjoy an off-roud ATV adventure, crafts displays, live music, Ozark dining, cowboy music shows and a 230-foot Inspiration Tower with breathtaking views of the Ozarks. The world’s most visited dinner attraction, Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson presents its largest, most high-spirited adventure ever. Featuring a rousing
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overture highlighted by 32 magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders, The Stampede will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition. Experience the Stampede of the Buffalo, hilarious racing pigs, fan favorite competitions, and a Grand Patriotic Finale of red, white and blue. All of this pageantry is proudly served with a fabulous four-course feast. Branson’s IMAX® Entertainment Complex presents original IMAX® and first-run movies in a state-of-the-art stadiumstyle theater. The complex also includes McFarlain’s Family Restaurant, a food court, a live music theatre, shops and three 35-mm movie screens. Branson Jet Boats is the first of its kind in the area. The tour departs from the Branson Landing and combines thrilling maneuvers with local history, stories and natural beauty along Lake Taneycomo.
Grand Country Square is home to Splash Country, the 40,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor water park, Grand Country Music Hall, Grand Country Buffet, indoor mini golf, indoor go-karts, gift shops and features the world’s largest banjo.
Water adventure in Branson also includes gliding over the sparkling waters of Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo with Kayak Branson across from Table Rock State Park and at Branson Landing. You can “See It All” with Chopper Charters helicopter rides and tours departing from the downtown Taney County Airport, M. Graham Clark Field and Branson Helicopter Tours located on Highway 76.
Welk Resort offers families an indoor/ outdoor water attraction called “The Splash-A-Torium!” Open year-round, it features an outrageous 100-foot indoor water slide, indoor/outdoor pool and “Splash-Zone” where staying dry is next to impossible.
The Escape Branson® is a simple and fun live escape game, designed for small groups of 2-6 people. You get 60 minutes to climb a mountain of puzzles and mysteries in a room. The goal is simple yet challenging: get out in time!
Branson Scenic Railway takes passengers on a narrated trip from historic downtown Branson through the rugged Ozarks into Arkansas or north to Galena, Missouri.
Parakeet Pete’s Steampunk Balloon offers the thrill of a balloon ride that is sure to delight everyone in your family with a 360-degree view of Lake Taneycomo and Branson as it rises above Branson Landing.
You can set sail and relax onboard the Spirit of America catamaran on Table Rock Lake for an open-air, open water experience the whole family can enjoy.
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Bigfoot Fun Park is the centerpiece of the $10 million attraction with a 200foot free-fall tower. Two of the rides are extreme rides for serious thrill seekers, while indoors is a state-of-the-art arcade. Bigfoot Discovery Expedition™ searches for evidence at Branson Bigfoot Farms, a working Scottish Highland cattle farm, with some of the most incredible sites in the Ozark Mountains. Runaway Mountain Coaster on Hwy. 165 is a family-friendly thrill ride over 5,000 feet of track. Gravity pulls you down hills, around corners and through two 360° horizontal loops as you race to the bottom at speeds up to 30mph or choose to travel at a more moderate pace and enjoy the natural beauty and views. The Branson Coaster begins with a quick descent after departing loading area on Highway 76. The tracks twist and turn so close you’ll think you are going to collide
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with other carts. As you reach the bottom, a chain-driven system will catch your cart and begin to bring you back up to the top.
230-foot tall Inspiration Tower, whisking guests on an adrenaline-pumping downhill ride over the 160-acre homestead.
Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline at Branson Landing allows guests to sit sideby-side and zip across Lake Taneycomo with a great panoramic view.
Adventure Ziplines is just minutes from most of the hotels, shows and attractions. Your heart will leap as you zip through the air with a beautiful view that usually is only seen by soaring birds and other treetop dwellers.
Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain offer authentic eco-adventures in the Ozark Mountains. Thrilling options include a variety of guided canopy tours with treks across numerous zip lines, over sky bridges and high atop platforms. The largest synthetic snow tubing hill in the US is at the Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain. This unique year-round attraction uses the high-performance snow sports surface Snowflex®. Phase one of Snowflex® tubing will allow up to eight tubes to run down the slope. The Shepherd of the Hills Vigilante ZipRider is an exciting thrill ride launching from the open-air deck of the
Big Cedar Lodge’s Fun Mountain has a 4,000-sq.-ft. arcade and an augmented climbing wall that creates interactive games to excite any climbing skill level. You can bowl in the ocean on 16 full lanes with a unique underwater-like experience. The full swing golf simulator is the closest thing to being out on the course. Little ones can enjoy the Kids’ Climbing Area and Sky Tykes Ropes Course with a giant suspended pirate ship and ropes course for guests less than 48” tall. Check out the Flip Zone and turn your world upside
down on this radically different bumper car ride that rotates 360 degrees.In the Spin Zone, send your friends into a tail spin with bumper cars that rotate 360 degrees horizontally. Wilderness lovers will be transported to Fort Big Cedar, a Laser Tag arena that hosts up to 24 players at a time. Uncle Buck’s Grill offers a full-service menu of tasty treats like burgers, salads, sandwiches, pizza and fountain treats. Check out the NASCAR-themed Thunder Alley go-karts at Big Cedar Lodge, designed by 2017 NASCAR champion Martin Truex Jr. and crew chief Cole Pearn. Thunder Alley delivers high-speed fun for the whole family with powerful “turbo boosts” to blast past the competition.
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Bass Pro Shops’ Shooting Academy is a world-class training facility, ideal for families, group outings and private events, with 920-acres of activities set against the stunning backdrop of the Ozarks. WonderWorks, the upside-down adventure, is a science focused, indoor amusement park for the mind. Four floors of non-stop “edutainment” for all ages, with over 100 hands-on interactive exhibits. A new kind of thrill at Track Family Fun Parks. The Skyscraper has a base tower that stands 80 feet tall, and the windmillstyle propeller arms extends to 160 feet tall at their maximum height, with a maximum speed of 60 miles per hour. Enjoy high-rise go-karts, classic go-karts, bumper cars, arcades and The Branson Ferris Wheel.
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New celebrity dining experiences come to Branson Landing Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen – a one-of-a-kind, family-style dining experience featuring the Deen Family’s own recipes. Jimmy Buffet’s Landshark Bar & Grill lights up the night with a taste of the tropics, live entertainment and a 2000-sq.-ft. fountain-side patio. Andy B’s Bowl Social – a unique mix of boutique bowling, attractions and dining at Branson Landing. Modern American cuisine, local craft brews, wine and craft cocktails, plus lots of social games to bring everyone together.
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8 REASONS YOU SHOULD VISIT
Branson, Missouri THIS YEAR
1. Branson’s Got Talent
Whether you’re looking for a fun outdoor concert or one of the 100+ live shows performing in Branson theatres throughout the year, there’s no shortage of entertainment options during your visit. Fans of country music, rock, gospel, patriotic, comedy, magic and everything in-between will find something to love here. There’s even an amazing pet show.
2. Really Great Outdoors
You’ll find amazing natural beauty in every direction. Swimming, hiking, fishing, sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, grilling or chilling — no matter how you like to spend time outside, you’ll find plenty of opportunities in Branson. There are three lakes, dozens of miles of trails and plenty of adventure all waiting nearby.
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3. Surprises
There are plenty of surprises waiting for you in Branson. You might not expect to find troupes of Chinese acrobats or a chance to feed baby animals at a zoo, but those are both regularly occurring events here. We’ve got plenty of things to astonish.
4. Spectacular Water Features
Speaking of surprises, the fountains at Branson Landing were designed by the same company that created the iconic display at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. Drop by for a free show at the top of every hour during the day to see the fountains shoot water and fire synchronized to music. You’ll also find shopping, attractions and dining galore.
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5. Local Flavor
If you’re a dedicated foodie or just love to find one-of-a-kind dining discoveries then you’ll want to explore what’s on the menu here. There’s locally distilled whiskey and moonshine, free tastings of Missouri-grown wines, unforgettable breakfasts, the home of “throwed rolls,” pies galore and delicious BBQ, to name just a few of the experiences you and your tastebuds will cherish during your visit.
6. Rest and Relaxation
Great vacations usually include a little rest and relaxation, and you’ll find plenty of that in Branson. You can relax on a boat, in a cabin, or during a nice walk in the woods. Need more relaxation? Then maybe a day at the luxurious spa at Big Cedar Lodge is just what you seek.
7. Major Thrills
If you prefer to get your heart pounding, there’s plenty of action in Branson. Here, “hanging out” can be done at 60+ miles per hour on an inverted roller coaster ride at Silver Dollar City. There’s also the former Navy Pier Ferris Wheel that moved to Branson from Chicago and opened Summer 2016. Head to The Track Family Fun Parks for a swinging good time on the Skycoaster, or a high-speed go-kart race. Don’t miss miles of ziplining, snow tubing and much more.
8. Quality Time with Friends and Family
You don’t have to be as casual as the group above to enjoy spending time with friends or family (or both) in Branson. No matter what your crew enjoys doing, there are plenty of fun activities, entertaining shows, natural wonders and more to make a quick getaway or long stay a memorable vacation.
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BONNIEBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Rose O’Neill’s famous Ozarks home houses Kewpie dolls, mementos and more. BRANSON CENTENNIAL MUSEUM See what Branson looked like in the early days of tourism! Rotating exhibits include veterans celebrations and the Christmas adoration scene. Free admission. GOLDEN PIONEER MUSEUM A private museum (admission is free) in Golden, Missouri, with an assortment of collections; among them are many points, blades, etc. found locally. HOLLYWOOD WAX MUSEUM You’ll see 170 life-like celebrity figures, from actors to world leaders and Hollywood Wax Museum’s own version of “Mount Rushmore.” RALPH FOSTER MUSEUM AT COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS The “Smithsonian of the Ozarks” contains over three stories of large collections with a history of the region.
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RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! The only place in Branson where you’ll find shrunken heads, a Transformer sculpture made of car parts, tons of hands-on interactives and a spinning vortex tunnel! TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION Walk through first-class staterooms, thirdclass accommodations and the Grand Staircase. Experience an iceberg, feel the icy water and see 400 artifacts that tell the stories of its passengers. VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM A national tribute to the brave men and women who defended our liberties during the 20th Century. You’ll be captivated by the stories of these men and women. The museum is filled with a collection of wartime exhibits covering the heights and depths of human experience. WHITE RIVER VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Located in Forsyth, a museum of rotating themes representing the entire area history and genealogy, as well as a research library. Free admission.
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WORLD’S LARGEST TOY MUSEUM Remembering your childhood has never been so much fun. The World’s Largest Toy Museum is like Christmas morning every day. It contains the toys we had and the toys we wish we still had. ANCIENT OZARKS NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM Created to celebrate the fascinating history and natural beauty of the Ozarks, the museum features artifacts, images and interactive exhibits that chronologically walk you through the development of the Ozarks. You will learn about the people and animals that have inhabited the region for over 12,000 years.
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FUN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
Historic Downtown Branson, east of US 65 along the shores of Lake Taneycomo, is where Branson got its start around 1888. Incorporated in 1912, fires and floods couldn’t stop the community from growing along the banks of the White River. Start at the Centennial Museum, located at the corner of Commercial St. and Pacific St., for the best tour information. Historic Downtown Branson’s Liberty Plaza occupies half a city block and is located at the corner of Veterans Blvd. (Bus. U.S. 65) and Pacific Street. With a large public restroom and a performance stage with a fountain backdrop, suitable for selfies. Branson is known for its many shows and Historic Downtown is home to the Owen Theatre, headquarters of the Branson Arts Council. It was the first theatre in town and was constructed in 1934. A variety of affordable shops and stores are all within an easy stroll. Free trolley rides offer an excursion through historic downtown with its flavor of an oldtime Main Street. You will also find a mid-20th century train and depot, live entertainment, Ozarks music and choices of restaurants that offer homemade meals, from the eclectic fine dining at Level 2 Steakhouse at the Hilton Convention Center Hotel to the downhome Farmhouse Restaurant. Fudge, homemade candy, ice cream, snacks and more are all within easy walking distance. The 1906 restored railroad depot is now home to Branson Scenic Railway, which offers picturesque rides through the Ozarks countryside in authentic 1950s luxury passenger cars. Visitors from near and far find unique shopping opportunities in historic downtown where you will find dozens of “mom and pop” stores offering unique
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merchandise. Dick’s 5 & 10, a Historic Downtown Branson landmark, celebrates more than 56 years. This one-of-a-kind, family-owned and operated store offers hours of shopping and browsing through its more than 75,000 select items and unique collections. Lake Taneycomo is a premier fishing locale that offers visitors the opportunity to spend a relaxing day sightseeing or fishing. The lake forms the easternmost and southernmost borders of the downtown district. Its chilly waters were created with the building of Table Rock Dam
more than 50 years ago and provide a perfect environment for rainbow and brown trout. Scotty’s Trout Dock, near the lakefront campground, serves anglers and recreational boaters the entire year. The 46th annual Autumn Daze Arts, Crafts & Music Festival will be held in the Fall. Experience artisans selling crafts, tempting treats and mouthwatering fare, along with talented Branson performers. For information: Downtown Branson Betterment Association at 417-334-1548 or ExploreBransonDowntown.com
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Branson is a shopper’s paradise with a major outlet center featuring over 70 brand name stores and hundreds of area galleries, boutiques and specialty shops. Other shopping destinations offer namebrand clothing, jewelry, shoes, appliances, leather goods, glassware, home decor, electronics, music, cosmetics and more. You can find Alaskan and African art, ’50s memorabilia, gourmet coffee, decorative candles, books, grandfather clocks, handmade quilts and other gifts. BRANSON HILLS Clothing, jewelry, sporting goods, pet
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needs, Best Buy, Target, Home Depot, Kohls and Wal-Mart.
specialty shops, Bass Pro Shops, and Belk department store.
BRANSON’S IMAX® ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX Quilts, fudge, clothing, jewelry, musical instruments, home décor, clocks, multiple gift shops.
BRANSON MILL CRAFT VILLAGE 150 craft exhibits, working craftsmen, two restaurants, Amish Country Store and Quilts & Quilts The Fabric Shoppe can be found nearby.
BRANSON LANDING Situated on the Taneycomo lakefront in downtown Branson, the Branson Landing blends exciting shopping and dining, two marinas and a town square on the water’s edge to create an experience unlike any other in the Midwest. National brand retail stores are mixed with galleries and
COFFELT COUNTRY FLEA MARKET & CRAFT VILLAGE Home décor, dolls, quilts, antiques, jewelry, shoes for the whole family, specialty soaps and souvenirs. COLLEGE OF THE OZARKS Homemade fruitcakes, jams, jellies, dry
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goods, orchids and other nursery plants, pottery, hand-made woven items, stained glass, homemade ice cream and mill products with a seasonal farmer’s market. GRAND COUNTRY SQUARE Unusual and hard-to-find gift items, fudge, clothing and home decor. Be sure and see the world’s largest banjo. THE GRAND VILLAGE SHOPS Two dozen unique specialty shops: Kringles Christmas Store, Mulberry Mill, Sugar Leaf Bakery, Grand Glitz and Mel’s Hard Luck Diner, known for singing waiters. Unique local shopping.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN BRANSON Art, antiques, clothing, musical instruments, leather, jewelry, quilts, flea markets, galleries and more. Dick’s 5 & 10, a Branson landmark for over 56 years, has over 75,000 different items. Headquarters for stocking stuffers. HISTORIC DOWNING STREET Located in nearby Hollister, this unique setting offers Elizabethan-style buildings (circa 1912) and eclectic browsing in the many antiques and crafts shops. SHOPPES AT BRANSON MEADOWS Outlets, a restaurant, specialty stores and Cinema 11 in a quaint village setting.
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Touch of Class, Tuesday Morning, VF Outlet, furnishings, kitchenwares and clothing. TANGER OUTLETS More than 75 brand-name and designer outlets, Nike, Coach, Old Navy, Kate Spade, offering great shopping experiences year-round. From footwear and apparel for all ages to affordable and fasionable accessories and more, there’s something for everyone on your list. Treat yourself to something nice (or find that perfect gift for someone else). It’s a positive thing and you’ll feel great. They don’t call it “retail therapy” for nothing! ExploreBranson.com | 2019 Branson Vacation Guide |
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Branson’s artistic side includes paintings, sculptures and other art forms. Visitors can see many of these displays throughout the area. East of the entrance to The Shoppes at Branson Meadows off Gretna Road, a small pavilion shelters a bronze eagle resting atop a four-sided monument. A tribute to all veterans, the exhibit was dedicated in 1995 by Bob Hope and The Children of the Ozarks. The centerpiece at Central Bank, in historic downtown Branson, is “Flight,” an impressive sculpture portraying four geese in take-off by artist Gary Price.
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Inside Branson City Hall hang Townsend Godsey’s vintage photographs including “These Were The Last,” depicting life in the Ozarks in the 1930s and early 1940s, and “Stewards of Freedom,” a gold-laden eagle sculpture presented to the city by the National Flag Foundation in 1999. Located in front of the Post Office in historic downtown Branson, the “Circle of the Waters” sculpture by Lee Robertson is included in the Smithsonian’s survey of public sculpture. Reflections at The Grand Village is the late painter Thomas Kinkade’s exclusive signature store where visitors can admire and purchase some of his work. Don’t miss local Branson artists in their galleries: Tim Cherry, Tom Crain and Mitch Yung. Edwards Art Gallery and Boger Art Gallery, both located at College of the Ozarks, house dozens of paintings. Edwards Art Gallery, part of the Ralph Foster Museum, displays Ozarks painter Thomas Hart Benton. His “Departure of the Joads” painting was used as the frontispiece for John Steinbeck’s novel “The Grapes of Wrath,” and his lithographs are part of the museum’s permanent collection. Just north of Branson is Bonniebrook, home of famous artist, illustrator, sculptor,
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writer and creator of the Kewpie Doll, Rose O’Neill. On the grounds are two of O’Neill’s very imaginative Sweet Monster sculptures, “Embrace of the Tree” and “The Fauness.” The Kewpie Museum houses O’Neill’s original works. For generations, residents of the Ozark Mountains made what they needed including quilts, pottery, baskets, glassware and wrought iron and today, craftsmanship still is an integral part of the area’s culture; celebrated with festivals, events and permanent exhibitions. Autumn Daze is held downtown each fall, showcasing arts & crafts created by local and regional artists. At Silver Dollar City, the internationally award-winning theme park, visitors can watch craftsmen demonstrate the arts of
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basket weaving, glass blowing, ironworking and woodcarving, among other talents. Each fall, at the Harvest Festival, dozens of additional artists and craftsmen come to demonstrate their skills. Park guests can purchase one-of-a-kind, heirloomquality items handmade by the artisans just in time for Christmas giving. Old-time crafts can also be seen at the Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead where turn-of-the-century works of traditional Ozarks art are on display daily. The Branson Mill Craft Village features the work of more artisans in residence, many of them working on site to showcase their wood, textile, glass, leather art, soap making and other traditional crafts.
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ST. JAMES WINERY St. James Winery and restaurant is the winemaker’s first full-service venture outside the city of St. James, Mo., a company founded by Italian immigrants in the late 1800s, that now produces 500,000 gallons of wine per year. Wine tastings, a gift shop, stocked with winerelated merchandise and souvenir items, as well as wines and juices. The restaurant offers a delicious array of gourmet and casual dishes, including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, meat and cheese trays, and brick oven-fired pizzas. There’s a lovely courtyard, seating for dining, or drinks with friends, and bocce ball courts, along with live music.
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MOUNT PLEASANT WINERY Mount Pleasant Winery award-winning wines offers another reason to learn more about oenology. More than just a terrific place to enjoy great wines, it has a wine shop, an art gallery and interesting handson bottling experiences, all rolled into one. Visitors to Mount Pleasant have the unique opportunity to bottle their own dessert wine from a specially designed 600-gallon French oak barrel. Be sure to visit the tasting galleries, where more than wine is on display. The tasting galleries also feature the works of renowned Missouri artists — from folk artisans to painters and sculptors.
CURLING VINE WINERY (FORMERLY STONE HILL WINERY) Newcomers to Branson may be surprised to find Missouri’s oldest and mostawarded winery as one of the town’s most popular attractions. With 12,000 square feet of space, Curling Vine Winery’s Branson location has been receiving and entertaining visitors since 1986. The winery delights hundreds of tourists daily with a free, fun-filled hour of touring. Tasting the many award-winning wines completes the experience. Guests are invited to soak in the delightful aromas of maturing sherry and watch the actual bottling process of one of Curling Vine’s famous wines.
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LINDWEDEL WINE GARDEN Lindwedel Wine Garden features wines produced in the state of Missouri. The Lindwedel staff provide “a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy some of God’s most precious gifts, for any occasion, or none at all.” The idea of a wine garden began by thinking of a way to tie together a chemistry background with a love for the “farm,” and a wish to enjoy family and friends in a relaxed atmosphere. With outdoor decks and picnic areas overlooking an Ozark panorama, indoor sitting rooms and an event hall for larger groups, the wine garden offers a beautiful location for weddings, parties, reunions and other social gatherings.
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Ozark Mountain CHRISTMAS It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
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As Ozark Mountain Christmas approaches, Branson turns into a winter wonderland with events, festivals and a blanket of holiday decor. Cheer and goodwill are in the air as the town becomes America’s Christmas Tree City. The miles of lights extending out of the heart of Branson act as a warm beacon to travelers across the nation. Once here, visitors will find decorations glowing from nearly every shop door while enjoying friendly smiles on every street. Branson is truly a magical place to be during the Christmas season. Not to brag, but Branson has received a few accolades. Named one of the best Christmas destinations in America by NBC’s Today Show (Best Holiday Travel Deal); USA Today, A&E Network, Travel Channel and The Wall Street Journal. SHOWS It’s time for an Ozark Mountain Christmas, and Branson’s star performers are ready to share the holidays with you and your family in November and December. With dazzling, star-filled Christmas shows,
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many of Branson’s entertaining families celebrate the reason for the season in a variety of song and dance: The Baldknobbers to the Presleys, Osmonds, Lennons, Duttons, Haygoods, Bretts, Clay Cooper, Doug Gabriel, The Petersens, SIX and the Hughes Brothers. The Hughes Family Christmas show stars not only the five guys, but their entire family of close to 50 people. When you get them all on the stage, USA Today says they are “the world’s largest performing family.” And there’s so much more – Branson showcases the holiday’s finest talent.
become a sparkling winter wonderland by night! Come and enjoy the added holiday hours of 5-11 PM and explore Santa’s Safari Village as you drive your own car through the 2-mile drive-through lights display. With VIP admission you may also enjoy a magical Santa’s Safari tour through the Christmas lights from the comfort of a climate-controlled tour bus to meet and feed animals on the Safari. Promised Land Zoo has the largest drive-through lights display in the Ozarks and a Living Nativity with real live animals to pet and feed.
BRANSON’S GIFT OF LIGHTS Branson’s Gift of Lights will be shining super LED bright this Christmas season at the drive-through display. Hundreds of scenes will be featured at the Expressway Lane location, just off of Shepherd of the Hills Expressway near Sight & Sound. Open Nov. 1 - Jan. 1.
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS TRAIL OF LIGHTS The Trail of Lights is Branson’s original drive-through light display and a favorite for the last 29 years. This attraction is filled with millions of multi-colored Christmas lights, and themed and animated displays, winding its way through the 160-acre Shepherd of the Hills Homestead. Come enjoy a Branson favorite family Christmas tradition.
LET THERE BE LIGHTS AT PROMISED LAND ZOO The same interactive zoo you love by day, changes in November and December to
New this year, is “The North Pole Adventure.” This all new family walkthrough experience takes you on a journey through thousands of twinkling lights, hot
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chocolate stands and artisan crafts. Make a new family tradition this Christmas season at the all new, “North Pole Adventure,” only at Shepherd of the Hills. Nov. 1 - Dec. 30, opens at dusk.
particular organization is promoted, only an overwhelming outpouring of love from our community and celebration as we come together to honor the story of Jesus’ birth.
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The 71st Annual Celebration will take place on Sunday, December 8 at dusk. It is our chance to stop and reflect on the beauty of the Christmas story that still inspires people today. Branson celebrates keeping Christ in Christmas on this special night. No one is in the limelight and no
AN OLD TIME CHRISTMAS (November 2–December 30) One of the nation’s most acclaimed holiday festivals, An Old Time Christmas features the Christmas in Midtown Light Spectacular, Rudolph’s Holly Jolly™ Christmas Light Parade, a towering Special
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Effects Christmas Tree, two Broadwaystyle Christmas productions and 6.5 million lights. NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION (December 31–January 1) An event with special entertainment to ring in the New Year. With dozens of star-filled Christmas music shows, an Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City and a glittering array of drivethrough light displays, there’s more “yule” enjoy in Branson with your family during the most wonderful time of the year. ExploreBranson.com | 2019 Branson Vacation Guide |
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AMERICA’S CHRISTMAS TREE CITY Traditional – Decorating an evergreen (real or artificial) is a beloved holiday tradition. These beautiful trees represent the best of our treasured Christmas heritage that has endured for hundreds of years. Natural – Real trees, either still growing, with root balls for future plantings or freshly cut. It is not easy to improve on a tree created by God, but we try. Adding a bit of light and color for the season makes these perfectly lovely creations even better for our Christmas celebration. Lights – Trees made mostly from lights are a brilliant and dazzling display of holiday spirit. These colorful, bright and shimmering trees always sparkle and sometimes even “dance” for joy during this special time of year. Creative – Christmas trees formed from unusual objects, shaped in unique ways or created as one-of-a-kind displays demonstrate amazing creativity and inspire others to share their talents this holiday season.
their Convention Center property in 2017. And the new creative Christmas tree at Ripley’s Odditorium simply “must be seen” to be believed – it is covered with eyeballs! One of the tallest trees in Branson is located in front of Sight & Sound Theatre, on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway, and it’s both massive and spectacular. The 46’ tree has a 6’ star on top, more than 4,300 LED lights and 1,260 ornaments. It’s a definite selfie spot each season. The area’s largest tree is the 80’ Christmas Tree of Light, presented by the City of Branson in the Branson Landing roundabout each year. In addition to those counted for the trees 25’ and taller list, is the collection at Silver Dollar City, which is a Christmas tree category all its own. Their five-story animated tree, with special effects that light up the City’s entire square in time with holiday music, is just the start. Silver Dollar City has five more lighted trees that are 40’ or taller. No surprise the theme park was voted the nation’s top holiday celebration by the readers of USA Today two years in a row. These amazing trees, and many, many more are aglow throughout Ozark Mountain Country this Christmas season.
Many cities around the country have one impressive Christmas tree that is the center of their holiday celebrations. Branson, however, “America’s Christmas Tree City” has more than 25 trees 25’ or taller. The Branson Christmas Coalition, working year-round to inspire, encourage and facilitate Christmas tree displays throughout the area, put a special emphasis on “landmark trees,” and the community responded like never before. The Track Family Fun Parks have constructed a tree made from 500 upcycled go-kart tires that is 25 feet tall. Branson has its first floating Christmas tree at the Paddlewheel restaurant on Lake Taneycomo at Branson Landing. Hiltons of Branson have added to their spectacular “Vintage” tree, made from repurposed wine bottles that debuted at
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The Branson Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau represents a primary service area referred to as the Branson/Lakes Area. The cities and towns within the primary service area are located in Stone and Taney Counties, and include, but are not limited to: Blue Eye, Branson, Branson West, Forsyth, Galena, Hollister, Indian Point, Kimberling City, Kirbyville, Notch, Reeds Spring, Rockaway Beach and Taneyville. Branson is centrally located in the lakes area and serves as a great home base for ventures into neighboring towns. We encourage you to check out all of the opportunities for fun and exploration surrounding the Branson/Lakes Area. Springfield and Carthage, Missouri, and Eureka Springs, Arkansas, make great day trips from Branson. SPRINGFIELD Springfield is Missouri’s third-largest city and the Queen City is home to the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, the Springfield Cardinals AA baseball affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, who play at Hammons Field, Jordan Valley Ice Park, Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, the Springfield Conservation Nature Center and the historic Landers Theater. The Discovery Center of Springfield is a place for families to interact with hands-on learning for kids of all ages. Visitors can browse the original Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, visit the hunting and fishing gallery, gaze at the giant aquariums and enjoy a meal at Hemingway’s Blue Water Café, all located inside the complex. Adjacent to Bass Pro Shops is Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium. Visit these other notable sites: Fantastic Caverns (a 50-minute guided tour
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following an ancient underground riverbed filled with massive formations), Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield for Civil War buffs, Dickerson Park Zoo, Wild Animal Safari and The Laura Ingalls Wilder Home and Museum in nearby Mansfield. SPRINGFIELD CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU (800) 678-8767 SpringfieldMo.org WALNUT SHADE Copper Run Distillery is the first legal moonshine distillery in the Ozark Mountains since prohibition. Free tours
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daily and space for private events. National Tiger Sanctuary, a non-profit rescue organization, offers educational programs to foster a love and appreciation for nature. HOLLISTER The historic town of Hollister shares the banks of Lake Taneycomo with its sister community, Branson. Once a major train depot stop for early visitors, the Old English feel of the town’s main thoroughfare on Downing Street is also home to the annual Grape Festival. HollisterChamber.net
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FORSYTH The Taney County seat is popular with those who enjoy fishing, boating and hiking, offering a variety of camping facilities, lake access, resorts, shops and restaurants. ForsythMissouri.org ROCKAWAY BEACH Rockaway Beach, the first “Family Resort Community” west of the Mississippi River, was founded in 1917. The small, friendly lakeside town, known for its speedboat racing, is 10 miles northeast of Branson. With a one-and-a-half mile shoreline stretching along Lake Taneycomo, fly fishermen come to enjoy one of the top Rainbow and German Brown Trout fishing lakes in America. RockawayBeach.net JAMES RIVER In the 1800s, several of our earliest pioneer settlements were located along the river, drawn by abundant fishing and wild game. In the 20th century, the locals invented the “jon” boat, a long, narrow wooden boat that was stable, yet easy to maneuver in the shallow, swift current of the Ozarks’ rivers. Established in 2001, James River Outfitters offers a wide range of services including full RV hookups, outfitting for canoeing, fishing,
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tent camping, floating, swimming, nature photography, bird watching or just relaxing and enjoying the scenery. BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER The Buffalo River begins as a trickle in the Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas, and the first national river flows 150 miles to the northeast through the Ozarks and into the White River. Buffalo River National Park offers hiking, camping, hunting, fishing and canoeing and has designated trails and wilderness areas. Horseback riding is also permitted in small groups and on the owners’ horses.
are 63 springs within the city limits, miles and miles of limetone walls and it was originally founded because of the belief in the healing powers of the springs. A Victorian village with more than 230 streets that wind around the hills leading to gourmet restaurants, wedding chapels and scenic public parks, the town is home to 250 Victorian painted lady houses, bed & breakfasts and historic hotels. More than 400 local artists and crafters offer a wonderful array of paintings, sculptures, mobiles, fountains and jewelry inside dozens of downtown shops and galleries.
HOLIDAY ISLAND, ARKANSAS Holiday Island is a vacation getaway, minutes from Eureka Springs, Arkansas and less than an hour from Branson. Enjoy a wide variety of recreational amenities, including a marina, RV park and 9 and 18hole golf courses; a paradise with beautiful wooded hillsides, scenic valleys and the recreational bonanza of Table Rock Lake.
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge provides lifetime care for abandoned, abused and neglected “Big Cats” with an emphasis on tigers, lions, leopards, and cougars.
EUREKA SPRINGS, ARKANSAS Southwest of Branson, 52 miles into Arkansas, is the only town in America where the entire downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places. There
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The Great Passion Play, named “America’s #1 Attended Outdoor Drama,” presents the epic story of Jesus Christ’s last three days on earth.
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You will find a terminal with a comfortable, rustic atmosphere and convenient amenities such as the Airport Diner, a Bass Pro Shops General Store and FlyBranson Travel, an on-site full service travel company, which offers customized group and individual vacation package options.
BRANSON AIRPORT (BKG) Travelers can fly to Branson with low fares from Frontier Airlines and VIA Airlines. Make connections from across the country and fly nonstop from several major cities. The list of routes and carriers are growing, visit FlyBranson.com for the most up-to-date service options available. Just nine miles south of Branson, this airport is easy to get to and convenient to everything Branson has to offer. It opened in 2009 as the first privately financed and operated commercial airport in the United States. It is also the first non-replacement commercial service airport built in the United States in 50 years.
Enterprise, National and Alamo are the official rental car providers for the Branson Airport located conveniently on site, next to baggage claim. Rental car representatives are available until all reservations from the last flight of the day have been picked up. Branson JetCenter is the fixed based operation (FBO) of choice for private aviation travel to the Branson area, providing comprehensive ground support with exceptional customer service. The FBO specializes in chartering flights for individuals and groups. For up-to-date flight information, visit FlyBranson.com or call 1-888-FLY-BKG1.
SPRINGFIELD-BRANSON NATIONAL AIRPORT (SGF) About 50 miles north of Branson, serving all of Southwest Missouri, SGF offers 13 nonstop flights on: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines. For more information, call 417-869-0300 or visit their website FlySpringfield.com. NORTHWEST ARKANSAS REGIONAL AIRPORT (XNA) Located 90 miles southwest of Branson near Bentonville, AR. For more information, call 479-205-1000 or visit their website at FlyXNA.com. There are also two general aviation airports: • Branson West (FWB) 417-272-3921 which is northwest of Branson in Branson West • Boone County Airport (HRO) 870-741- 6954 which is 35 miles south of Branson in Harrison, AR
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Branson salutes our veterans and active duty armed forces year-round. Their service, commitment and ultimate sacrifice is honored with multiple special events, warm welcomes and VIP treatment. Men and women veterans and active duty personnel from all branches and from all wars, conflicts and peacetime service are appreciated in Branson every day of the year. In keeping with a long tradition of gratitude, many of the area shows recognize veterans, active duty military personnel and their families through special patriotic musical tributes. Frequently the entire audience gives a resounding round of applause to say “Welcome Home” and “Thank You.” This commitment to honoring veterans can be seen at area attractions, city parks, many restaurants, memorial museums and other businesses in a variety of ways. Military reunion groups come back often and say that Branson is their number-one destination of choice. VETS FOR VETS Branson area veterans groups work together to present commemorative events throughout the year that mark historically significant military achievements and occasions. VETERANS HOMECOMING (NOV. 5-11) Each year, Branson hosts America’s largest Veterans Homecoming celebration. Tens of thousands of veterans, their friends and families arrive for a week of camaraderie. From Nov. 5 through Veterans Day on Nov. 11, Branson is filled with commemorative events, special appearances by high-ranking military personnel, tribute shows and reunions. The Veterans Day parade is held in historic downtown Branson, always at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, and marks the conclusion of Veterans Homecoming Week each year.
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Veterans INFO ANNUAL EVENTS HOSTED BY LOCAL VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS April 11-13 Purple Heart Recipient Recognition May 13-18 Armed Forces Week May 20 VVA Benefit Show at Hamner Variety Theater May 27 VVA Memorial Day Ceremony at Ozarks Memorial Cemetery June 8 VVA 5k/Half Marathon at Dewey Short Visitor Center June 30 Honor America Day at College of the Ozarks September 11 Remembrance Ceremonies at several locations September TBA CAF AirPower History Tour Vintage War Planes Rides Festival at Branson Airport October 26 VVA Fishing Tournament at Scotty’s Trout Dock November 5-11 Veterans Homecoming Week November 5-10 (Daily) Veterans Village at Ballparks of America November 5 Vets for Vets Celebration Show TBA Shindigs Welcome Home Celebration at Jim Stafford Theatre WWII Veterans Mini Reunion at Jim Stafford Theatre November 6 POW/MIA Service of Remembrance at Welk Resort Vietnam Wall
November 6-10 (Daily) Military Film Festival at IMAX Complex
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Blue, Silver, Gold Star Mothers Dessert at Cherry Berry Navy Memorial Services at Westgate Resort Medics, Nurses & Combat Veterans Reunion at Westgate Resort November 9 Women Veterans Rose Petal Ceremony TBA Homefront Heroes: Spouses Luncheon at Branson Meadows 4th I D Hospitality Room at Savannah House Korean War Mini Reunion at Stone Castle November 10 Wal-Mart Tribute to Veterans Show at Mansion Theatre Lunch at Branson Meadows 23rd Annual Military Gala & Banquet at Chateau on the Lake November 11 Veterans Day Parade at Branson Landing and through Downtown Branson ____________________________________ LOCAL VETERANS SERVICES VA BRANSON CLINIC 417-243-2300 FayettevilleAR.VA.gov BRANSON VETERANS TASK FORCE 417-337-8387 BransonVeterans.com
____________________________________ LOCAL VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS AMERICAN LEGION 417-334-2296 www.Legion.org DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS 417-243-2324 www.dav.org MOZARK CHAPTER, MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOC. OF AMERICA 417-230-9187 www.mozarkmoaa.com/ OZARK MOUNTAIN BLUE STAR MOTHERS 417-272-0630 www.bluestarmothers.org P.O.W. NETWORK 417-336-4232 www.POWNetwork.org VETERANS MILITARY COALITION OF THE OZARKS 417-699-8145 www.vmco1.org VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS 417-336-6017 www.VFW.org VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA 913 417-294-0728 www.BransonVVA913.com VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA 1119 417-872-8072 www.vva1119.com ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. CALL 417-243-2117 FOR UPDATES. Check out ExploreBranson.com/Veterans
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A MARVELOUS BEGINNING For more than 100 years, the Branson/ Lakes Area has been attracting visitors to the Ozarks, lured by natural beauty and outdoor recreational activities. The first family attraction to draw visitors was Marvel Cave (beneath the property where Silver Dollar City theme park is currently located). First called Marble Cave because its limestone walls were thought to be marble, the cave was described by geologists in the 1860s and explored in the 1880s by adventurers who lowered themselves on ropes 200 feet into the main chamber.
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Scientific American magazine described the cave in 1885, and word of the natural wonder spread throughout the continent. Canadian mining expert William Henry Lynch read of the cave, purchased it sight unseen, traveled to the Ozarks and, with his two daughters, opened the cave for public tours in 1894.
publication of “The Shepherd of the Hills,” local residents began noticing a great influx of visitors. Many came to the Ross homestead. The Rosses eventually sold their homestead to Miss Lizzie McDaniel of Springfield, who began presenting the very first dramatization of Wright’s story, right on the front lawn.
On the advice of his physician, minister Harold Bell Wright traveled from his home in Kansas to the Ozarks in 1898 to seek a more suitable climate for his health. He stayed at the homestead of John and Anna Ross, whom Wright later immortalized as the characters Old Matt and Aunt Mollie in his bestselling novel “The Shepherd of the Hills.” Published in 1907, the book told the story of the self-reliant and stoic hill people he encountered in the area and of the wooded valleys, the mountain “balds” and the incredible cave he had seen.
When Ozark Beach Dam (also called Powersite Dam) was built in 1913 near Forsyth, and Lake Taneycomo was created, the area became quite a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who came to fish, boat, swim, hunt and enjoy the rugged beauty of the Ozark Mountains. Travelers flocked to the Ozarks on the newly built White River Line railroad that stopped in the neighboring town of Hollister.
The book was a huge success. Millions of copies were sold in several languages, and four movies were filmed, including a 1941 version starring John Wayne, his first Technicolor film. Wright’s novel has become the fourth most widely read book in publishing history. Following the
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TV SHOWS & HYDROELECTRIC POWER The area first gained national prominence in the entertainment industry in 1954 when Red Foley, a legendary country singer with 38 top-ten hits, moved to Springfield, Missouri, from Nashville, Tennessee, to host “Ozark Jubilee,” one of the first successful network television shows from our area.
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In 1959, the area was changed forever with the completion of Table Rock Dam. This brought much-needed power to the area, spurring the growth of many area businesses. Until 1959, Rockaway Beach, located just a few miles east of Branson on the banks of Lake Taneycomo, had long been a playground for America’s rich and famous with movie stars and U.S. presidents among those who retreated to the small resort community. Construction of a dam created Table Rock Lake, nationally renowned for bass fishing and water sports. In addition, the cold water from the bottom of Table Rock Lake that was now flowing into Lake
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Taneycomo changed it into one of the country’s most popular trout fly-fishing lakes. BALDKNOBBERS JAMBOREE In 1959, Mabe brothers Bob, Bill, Lyle and Jim began performing twice a week in a converted roller skating rink on the Lake Taneycomo waterfront in downtown Branson. The brothers combined popular country tunes with Ozark Mountain music and threw in a dash of comedy to entertain audiences. In 1969, the Baldknobbers, as the brothers called themselves, built a theater on Highway 76, making their act the longest continuously running show. SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS HOMESTEAD & OUTDOOR DRAMA A few miles east of Silver Dollar City, Dr. Bruce Trimble and his wife Mary, began staging an outdoor pageant in 1959 based on the best-selling novel “The Shepherd of the Hills.” The amphitheater was located on the site where author Harold Bell Wright’s characters lived. Under the direction of Mary, with her son Mark, it grew into one of the nation’s most popular outdoor historical dramas. In 1985, Gary Snadon, teacher and former
cast member, purchased the homestead. The tradition continues with Jeff Johnson, grandson of one of the original performers, who took ownership in 2017. SILVER DOLLAR CITY In 1960, the long-term plans of Hugo and Mary Herschend came to fruition with the opening of a small, old-time Ozarks village attraction atop the long-popular Marvel Cave, about 10 miles west of Branson on Hwy. 76. They called it Silver Dollar City, and it offered an 1880s steam train ride, demonstrating craftsmen, themed shops and music. The first year, it drew 125,000 people. Following Hugo’s death, Mary and her sons Jack and Peter continued to direct the growth of the family business, and by 1963, Silver Dollar City was Missouri’s top tourist attraction. In 1967, Silver Dollar City received national exposure when the “Beverly Hillbillies” TV show filmed five episodes at the Branson theme park. The company later expanded to include other popular Branson attractions: White Water water park and the Showboat Branson Belle. Today, Silver Dollar City has grown into a multi-million dollar entertainment complex. The park also
hosts six festivals each year. In 1998, Silver Dollar City was given the Applause Award by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions as the top theme park in the world. The family-owned company, Herschend Family Entertainment, currently owns, operates or partners in 21 properties in nine states. In 2004, Jack and Peter Herschend were inducted into the Hall of Fame of the amusement industry’s largest organization worldwide, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. PRESLEYS’ COUNTRY JUBILEE In 1963, the Presley family began a music show at The Underground Theater near Talking Rocks Cavern with special guests from “Ozark Jubilee,” including Red Foley. They made history in 1967 when they built the first music theater on Hwy. 76. Today, Presleys’ Country Jubilee stars three generations of Presley family members including two original members of the show: Gary and Steve Presley, Lloyd and Bessie’s sons. Together with other family and cast members, each night they perform a variety of music on a wide range of instruments and a much loved array of comedy skits.
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Calendar OF EVENTS New Year’s Celebration January 1 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Hot Winter Fun Big Show February 13 Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre (417) 339-3003 www.showsinbranson.com Presidents Day Weekend Sale February 15-18 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Spring Ride Days March 13-17, 20-24, 27-31 and April 6 & 7 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park MoNASP State Tournament March 21-24 Branson Convention Center (417) 336-5401 www.mdc.mo.gov Branson Farmers Market April through October on Tuesdays Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com KVD Big Bass Classic April 5-7 Table Rock Lake www.kevinvandam.com Young Christians’ Weekend April 5-7 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Festival of Wonder April 10-14, 17-20, 24-28 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park 13th Annual Branson Elvis Festival April 11-14 Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre (417) 339-3003 www.bransonelvisfestival.com Superhero Saturday & Food Truck Festival April 20 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson
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Bass Pro Shops Legends of Golf PGA Tournament April 22-28 Top of the Rock and Buffalo Ridge www.bassprolegends.com Costa FLW Series Tournament April 9-11 Table Rock State Park Marina (417) 334-2628 www.flwfishing.com Branson Collector Car Auction April 12-13 Branson Convention Center (800) 335-3063 www.bransonauction.com Branson Music Festival 2019 April 26-27 Welk Resort Theatre | (417) 348-1434 www.bransontravelplanning.com Bluegrass & BBQ May 2-5, 7-12, 14-31 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Mother’s Day Brunch May 12 College of the Ozarks Keeter Center (417) 239-1900 www.keetercenter.edu Memorial Day Weekend Block Party & Food Truck Festival May 25-27 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Memorial Day Classic May 24-27 Ballparks of America | (417) 337-8387 www.ballparksofamerica.com Memorial Day – Patriotic Picnic May 26 The Swimmin’ Hole Lawn at Big Cedar Lodge (417) 335-2777 www.bigcedar.com Branson Landing’s Summer Concert Series May 25-August 30 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com
2019 Classics Cruisin’ Table Rock Lake June 6-9 Rock Lane Marina/Rock Lane Resort (417) 338-2211 www.heartland-classics.org Branson City Lights Classic June 8-14 Ballparks of America | (417) 986-3395 www.ballparksofamerica.com Star-Spangled Summer June 8-July 21 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park National Law Enforcement Week June 8-15 Stone and Taney Counties www.bransonsalutes.com Facebook/Law Enforcement Recognition Father’s Day Classic June 15-21 Ballparks of America | (417) 986-3395 www.ballparksofamerica.com Father’s Day Brunch and Car Show June 16 College of the Ozarks Keeter Center (417) 239-1900 www.keetercenter.edu USSSA Ozark Classic NIT Softball June 20-23 Branson RecPlex www. bransonparksandrecreation.com All-American Barbeque & Honor America Celebration June 23 College of the Ozarks Keeter Center (417) 239-1900 www.keetercenter.edu Bring the Lumber June 22-28 Ballparks of America | (417) 986-3395 www.ballparksofamerica.com 4th of July Weekend Real Deal Celebration and Food Truck Festival July 5-July 7 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Branson Landing’s Liberty Light Up featuring Jason Prichett Steel Horses and Fireworks July 3 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com
4th of July Patriotic Picnic July 4 The Swimmin’ Hole at Big Cedar Lodge Big Cedar Lodge | (417) 335-2777 www.bigcedar.com Moonlight Madness July 21-August 4 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Missouri State Tax-Free Holiday August 2-4 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Cal Ripken Major70 World Series August 1-August 10 Ballparks of America | (417) 986-3395 www.ballparksofamerica.com Southern Gospel Picnic August 22-September 2 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Labor Day Weekend – End of Summer Block Party & Food Truck Festival August 31-September 2 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Labor Day Picnic September 1 The Swimmin’ Hole Lawn at Big Cedar Lodge (417) 335-2777 www.bigcedar.com Country Music Days September 6-22 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor Days September 7-8 Table Rock Lake | Dewy Short Visitor Center | Missouri Department of Conservation | Shepherd of The Hills Hatchery www.conservation.basspro.com Harvest Festival September 25-29, October 2-6, 9-13, 16-20, 23-26 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park
46th Annual Autumn Daze Arts, Crafts & Music Festival September 19-21 Downtown Branson Betterment Association | (417) 334-1548 www.downtownbranson.org 11th Annual Fit for a Cure 5K Run/Walk and Silent Auction September 28 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Run Grand Country Half Marathon and 5K October 6 Grand Country Resort | (417) 335-3535 www.race.grandcountry.com Ozark Mountain Webfest October 4-6 Branson Convention Center www.ozarkmtnwebfest.com The Branson Collector Car Auction October 18-19 Branson Convention Center (800) 335-3063 www.bransonauction.com Branson Landing’s 13th Annual Safe Street Trick or Treat October 31 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com Trick-or-Treat TangerStyle October 31 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson An Old Time Christmas November 2-December 30 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park Branson Landing’s Winter Wonderlanding November 1 – December 31 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com
POW/MIA Service of Remembrance November 6 Welk Resort | (417) 336-4232 www.pownetwork.org 23rd Annual Military Gala & Banquet November 10, 5-11 p.m. Chateau on the Lake | (417) 336-4232 www.pownetwork.org/branson/21st_ annual_military_gala.htm Branson’s Veterans Day Parade November 11 Downtown Branson www.bransonvva913.com Thanksgiving Brunch November 28 College of the Ozarks Keeter Center (417) 239-1900 www.keetercenter.edu Branson Landing’s Black Friday Blowout November 29 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com Moonlight Madness & After Thanksgiving Sales November 28 – December 1 Tanger Outlets | (417) 337-9328 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson Branson Landing’s Winter Wonderlanding Holiday Window Contest November 29 – December 10 Branson Landing | (417) 239-3002 www.bransonlanding.com 71st Annual Adoration Parade December 8 5:30 p.m. Downtown Branson New Year’s Celebration December 31 Silver Dollar City | (800) 831-4386 www.silverdollarcity.com/theme-park
Veterans Homecoming Week November 5-11 877-BRANSON www.explorebranson.com/veterans Veterans Registry, Tactical Operations & Vendor Village Ballparks of America (417) 337-8387 www.bransonveterans.com
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Theatre LINE-UP #1 Hits of the 60’s Clay Cooper Theatre 1HitsOfThe60s.com
Bluegrass and Gospel - The Petersens IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com
3 Dog Night & Friends Tribute-Shmbala Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
Billy Yates’ Hit Songwriters in the Round Americana Theatre AmericanaTheatreBranson.com
50 Years of Kenny Rogers Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
Branson Comedy Hypnosis Show Majestic Theatre BransonComedyHypnosis.com
A Tribute to John Denver IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com
Branson Country USA Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com
Abba Tribute - Thank You For The Music Hamners’ Variety Theater TYFTM.com
Branson Famous Baldknobbers Branson Famous Theatre Baldknobbers.com
Acrobats of China featuring New Shanghai Circus Acrobats Theatre AcrobatsOfChina.com
Branson Murder Mystery “Murder On 76 Trail” Majestic Theatre BransonMurderMystery.com
Alabama Rolls On Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
The Bretts Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater TheBrettsShow.com
All Hands on Deck! Show The Dutton Family Theater TheDuttons.com
Broadway ~ The Greatest Hits King’s Castle Theatre KingsCastleTheatre.com
Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre AmazingAcrobats.com
Broadway to Buble Starring George Dyer Americana Theatre AmericanaTheatreBranson.com
Amazing Pets Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com
Buck Trent Country Music Show Branson Famous Theatre BuckTrent.com
Andy Williams Christmas Extravaganza Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Theatre AndyWilliamsPAC.com
Buckets N Boards Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater BucketsNBoards.com
Beach Boys California Dreamin’ Hamners’ Variety Theater CaliforniaDreaminShow.com Best of Neil Sedaka, Captain & Tennille and The Carpenters Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com The Blackwoods Branson Famous Theatre TheBlackwoods.com
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Celebrity Weekends & Concerts Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Theatre AndyWilliamsPAC.com
Clay Cooper’s Country Express Clay Cooper Theatre ClayCooperTheatre.com Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com Conway Remembered Hamners’ Variety Theater ConwayRemembered.com Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Tribute Theatre BransonTributeTheatre.com Crooners & Divas - The Legends Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Dailey & Vincent The Mansion Theatre TheMansionTheatre.com Daniel O’Donnell Christmas Show Welk Resort Theatre WelkBranson.com Decades presented by Pierce Arrow Pierce Arrow Theater PierceArrow.com Disco Inferno Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction DpStampede.com Dolly & Friends a tribute Americana Theatre SweetheartsOfBranson.com Doo Wop & the Drifters Branson Hot Hits Theatre DowWopAndDrifters.com Doug Gabriel’s #1 Hits Tribute Pierce Arrow Theater DougGabriel.com
Christmas In Wonderland Kings Castle Theatre KingsCastleTheatre.com
Down Home Country Show Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com
CJ Newsom’s Classic Country & Comedy Americana Theatre PatsyClineAndFriends.com
Dublin’s Irish Tenors & The Celtic Ladies Kings Castle Theatre KingsCastleTheatre.com
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Theatre LINE-UP Cont. The Duttons The Dutton Family Theater TheDuttons.com
Hughes Brothers Christmas Show Hughes Brothers Theatre HughesBrothersChristmasShow.com
Eagles Tribute Show Tribute Theatre BransonTributeTheatre.com
Hughes Music Show HughesBrothersTheatre.com Hughes Brothers Theatre
Everly Brothers Reminisce Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
Illusionist Rick Thomas “Mansion of Dreams” Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Theatre AndyWilliamsPAC.com
Fleetwood Mac Dreams Concert Tribute Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com George Dyer “From Broadway to Bublé” Americana Theatre GeorgeDyer.com George Jones and Friends IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com George Strait Country IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com The Glen Campbell Songbook IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com Golden Sounds of the Platters Tribute Theatre PlattersInBranson.com Grand Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show Hamners’ Variety Theater HamnersUnbelievable.com Hank Williams Revisited and Tim Hadler IMAX Little Opry Theatre TimHadler.com The Haygoods Clay Cooper Theatre TheHaygoods.com Heartland Country Jim Stafford Theatre JimStaffordTickets.com Hot Rods & High Heels 1950’s Show Clay Cooper Theatre ClayCooperTheatre.com
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Jagger - TheRolling Stones Concert Tribute Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Janice Martin Cirque Show Americana Theatre JaniceMartinShow.com Jim Stafford Show Jim Stafford Theatre JimStaffordTickets.com Jerry Presley Elvis Live! Concerts Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Jerry Presley Elvis Live! Christmas with Elvis Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com The Johnson Strings Majestic Theatre TheJohnsonStrings.com Larry’s Country Diner Americana Theatre AmericanaTheatreBranson.com Legends in Concert Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater LegendsInConcert.com/branson Liverpool Legends Caravelle Theatre LiverpoolLegends.com Lynyrd Skynrd Tribute & Southern Fried Friends Tribute Theatre BransonTributeTheatre.com Magic & Comedy of Taylor Reed Jim Stafford Theatre JimStaffordTickets.com
Magnificent 7 Show Hamners’ Variety Theater Mag7Show.com Mickey Gilley & Johnny Lee, Country Music Legends Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre AmazingAcrobats.com Mike Walker Lasting Impressions Hamners’ Variety Theater MikeWalkerMTH.com Million Dollar Quartet MDQbranson.com Welk Resort Theatre Miracle of Christmas Sight & Sound Theatres Sight-Sound.com Motown Downtown A Tribute Branson Hot Hits Theatre BransonHotHits.com Nathan Carter Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre AmazingAcrobats.com Neal McCoy The Mansion Theatre TheMansionTheatre.com New Jersey Nights Kings Castle Theatre KingsCastleTheatre.com New South Gospel Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com Oak Ridge Boys - Shine The Light Tour The Mansion Theatre TheMansionTheatre.com Oh Happy Day! Hughes Brothers Theatre OhHappyDayGospel.com Ozark Bluegrass Jubilee Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Ozarks Country Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com Ozarks Gospel Grand Country Music Hall GrandCountry.com
Parrotville Jimmy Buffett Tribute Jim Stafford Theatre JimStaffordTickets.com
The Shoji Tabuchi Show Shoji Tabuchi Theatre Shoji.com
Statler Brothers Revisited Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
Pierce Arrow Pierce Arrow Theater PierceArrow.com
Showboat Branson Belle Lunch & Dinner Cruises Showboat Branson Belle On Table Rock Lake SilverDollarCity.com
Temptations Motown Legends Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com
Presleys’ Country Jubilee Presleys’ Country Jubilee Presleys.com Prince Ivan Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre PrinceIvan.com Raiding the Country Vault Americana Theatre AmericanaTheatreBranson.com Reza | Edge of Illusion Branson Famous Theatre RezaLive.com Samson Sight & Sound Theatres Sight-Sound.com Sanders Family Christmas IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Adventure Park - Old Mill Theater theShepherdOfTheHIlls.com
Silver Dollar City’s Evening Show Silver Dollar City’s Echo Hollow Amphitheatre SilverDollarCity.com Sinatra and Friends Kings Castle Theatre KingsCastleTheatre.com The SIX Show Hughes Brothers Theatre TheSIXshow.com Smoke on the Mountain IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com The Sons of Britches IMAX Little Opry Theatre BransonIMAX.com Sons of the Pioneers Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Adventure Park - Old Mill Theater SonsOfThePioneers.org
The Texas Tenors Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Theatre AndyWilliamsPAC.com Tony Orlando - A Great American Christmas The Mansion Theatre TheMansionTheatre.com Waylon, Willie, & The Good Ol’ Boys Jerry Presley’s God and Country Theatre GodandCountryTheatre.com Yakov, Famous Russian Comedian Yakov’s Theatre Yakov.com Yuyan - A Chinese Fairy Tale White House Theatre TheWhiteHouseTheatre.com As the vacation guide went to press in December 2018, the information for the above shows was received before deadline. For up-to-date shows and theatre listings, visit ExploreBranson.com
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#1 Hits of the 60’s & 50’s Too! Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-339-1968 • 877-339-1960 amcamproductions@yahoo.com 1hitsofthe60s.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 pm 2018 Matinee Show of the Year! 100 costumes, 100 hits from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. It’s the most fun you’ll have in Branson!
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Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre 3455 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-0888 boxoffice@amazingacrobats.com amazingacrobats.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM Labeled Branson’s best acrobat show! Celebrating 21 years in Branson. Most thrilling, daring, colorful and energetic show experience for all ages.
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Amazing Pets Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Showtimes: 10:00 AM Enjoy an indoor circus of magic, comedy and an entourage of performing pets!
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Billy Yates’ Songwriters in the Round Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-544-8700 billy.intheround@gmail.com hitsongwritersintheround.com
Open: Apr.–Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, Fri.; 9:30 PM, Sat.; 2:00 PM, Sun. See and hear Nashville’s top songwriters perform their hits and tell the stories that inspired them. Unscripted. Unplugged. Unbelievable!
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Branson Country USA Late Show Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:30 PM Branson’s premier late-night show featuring a rotating roster of Branson talent.
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Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers Branson Famous Theatre 645 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-231-4999 • 866-565-4487 brandon@baldknobbers.com baldknobbers.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM Family-friently country music and comedy variety show. Fun for all ages. Celebrating 60 years of family entertainment in 2019.
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Broadway – The Greatest Hits! King’s Castle Theatre 2701 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2500 • 888-462-7267 info@kingscastletheatre.com kingscastletheatre.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: Varies, call for details Let us take you on a fast paced musical journey to NYC to experience nearly 50 musical arrangements from over 25 different Broadway classics.
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Christmas Wonderland King’s Castle Theatre 2701 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2500 • 888-462-7267 info@kingscastletheatre.com kingscastletheatre.com
Open: Nov. – Dec. Showtimes: Varies, call for details No yuletide trip to Branson would be complete without seeing one of Branson’s largest holiday productions! Let us take you to a winter wonderland in grand Christmas style.
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Clay Cooper’s Country Express Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2529 • 877-317-2604 info@claycoopertheatre.com claycoopertheatre.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM (varies, please call) Live music, singing, dancing, and comedy! Our 24 entertainers perform old and new country, current hits, rock, gospel, patriotic, and more!
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Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Showtimes: 3:00 PM From hilarious comedy to country favorites, this show is a hot ticket!
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Dailey & Vincent The Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2000 • 866-707-4100 kadams@themansiontheatre.com themansiontheatre.com
Open: Sept. – Nov. Showtimes: 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM (varies, please call) The most eagerly anticipated bluegrass debut in recent memory, Dailey & Vincent, an ensemble steeped in bluegrass and country music traditions.
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Down Home Country Show Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Apr. – May, Sept. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM This show offers the best of classic country, western swing and gospel music.
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Dr. Marla-Kingdom Xperience – Branson Summit The Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-592-5922 (Tickets) marla@drmarla.org drmarla.org
Open: Sept. 20-21, 2019 Showtimes: 4:00 PM, Sept. 20; 10:00AM, Sept. 21 Dr. Marla hosts speakers Lee Strobel, Josh McDowell, Sheila Walsh and vocalist Jason Crabb for a two day Christian conference. Tickets: drmarla.org
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Dublin’s Irish Tenors & the Celtic Ladies King’s Castle Theatre 2701 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2500 • 888-462-7267 info@kingscastletheatre.com kingscastletheatre.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: Varies, call for details This group of Ireland’s finest tenors and it’s loveliest ladies mix traditional Irish tunes, opera, swing, pop and classical in a show for all ages!
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The Duttons The Dutton Family Theatre 3454 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2772 • 888-388-8661 marketing@theduttons.com thedduttons.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM Multiple instruments, energetic dance, beautiful vocals, and amazing entertainment. At the Dutton Family Theatre, we believe in music and family.
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Glen Campbell Songbook Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Apr. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, Mon., Wed. Join grammy award-winner James Garrett as he sings legendary hits of Glen Campbell and other amazing entertainers!
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George Jones & Friends Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Year-round Showtimes: 5:00 PM, Sun., Fri.-Sat.; 9:30 AM, Tues., Thurs. Legendary hits from country heroes like George Jones, Waylon Jennings, Tammy Wynette and more!
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George Strait Country Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 5:00 PM, Sun., Tues., Thurs. Grammy Award-winner, James Garrett, pays tribute to his long-time friend John Denver and other country music legends!
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Grand Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Showtimes: 7:30 PM Starring Branson’s best quartet, New South. Enjoy Branson variety at its best!
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Hot Rods & High Heels 1950’s Show Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2529 • 877-317-2604 info@claycoopertheatre.com claycoopertheatre.com
Open: Apr. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM (varies, please call) Celebrating poodle skirts, sock hops, soda shops, and teenage love, our 8 singers/dancers and live band are sure to stir up some fond memories of “the good ol’ days” from the 1950’s!
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Hughes Brothers Christmas Show Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-0076 info@hughes-brothers.com hughesbrotherschristmasshow.com
Open: Nov. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM (check schedule) 10x awarded Branson’s Best Christmas Show. (Brammys. Branson Show Awards) Season’s best harmonies, festive surprises, family traditions. “It’s a triumph of everything you want to feel at Christmas time!”
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Hughes Music Show Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-0076 info@hughes-brothers.com hughesmusicshow.com
Open: Feb. – Oct. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM (check schedule) Born to entertain! Voted “Live Music Show of the Year” (Brammys 2018.) Branson’s #1 show for great music. Taking the Branson music experience to new heights!
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A Janice Martin Cirque Show Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-544-8055 info@janicemartinshow.com janicemartinshow.com
Open: Apr. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM (limited number) A magical, musical and aerial journey of incredible musical styles and jaw-dropping performances of world-class entertainment.
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Legends in Concert Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre 1600 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-339-3003 infobranson@legendsinconcert.com legendsinconcert.com/branson
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM World’s greatest live tribute show, featuring tributes to the stars of yesterday and today. Beer and wine available for purchase.
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Million Dollar Quartet Welk Resort Theatre 1984 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-7469 • 800-505-9355 reservations@welkgroup.com mdqbranson.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM Four legends. One jam session. An electrifying true story. Award-winning musical featuring the greatest hits of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lewis and Carl Perkins.
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Neal McCoy The Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2000 • 866-707-4100 kadams@themansiontheatre.com themansiontheatre.com
Open: Oct. – Nov. Showtimes: 3:00 PM, 8:00 PM (varies, please call) Voted Entertainer of the Year by TNN/Music City News Coutry Music Awards in 1998 and 1999. Neal McCoy is a country legend.
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New Jersey Nights King’s Castle Theatre 2701 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2500 • 888-462-7267 info@kingscastletheatre.com kingscastletheatre.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: Varies, call for details Celebrate the hit songs of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Including “Sherry,” “My Eyes Adored You,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and many more!
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New South Gospel Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 3:00 PM Branson’s best quartet, New South, sings all of your gospel favorites!
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The Oak Ridge Boys The Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2000 • 866-707-4100 kadams@themansiontheatre.com themansiontheatre.com
Open: Sept. – Nov. Showtimes: 8:00 PM The most distinctive and recognizable four part harmonies of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of country hits and one pop hit, “Elvira.”
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Ol’ Time Gospel Hour Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 11:00 AM, Sun. A free lively and passionate Sunday service with Sue Phillips!
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Ozarks Country Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 tate@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 7:00 PM Featuring Branson favorites, Tonya & Tammy Bilyeu, this show celebrates country classics of yesteryear combined with today’s hot country hits!
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Ozarks Gospel Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2484 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM It’s just not Sunday without the sweet harmonies and handclapping excitement of some good old Southern Gospel music!
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The Petersens Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 • 800-419-4832 petersenband@gmail.com petersenband.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, Bluegrass Show, Tues., Thurs.; Gospel Show, Sun. The Petersens perform bluegrass and gospel music and their heartwarming show is an experience the whole family will enjoy.
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Raiding the Country Vault Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-544-8700 pamcritchfield@gmail.com raidingthecountryvault.com
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Rocky Mountain Christmas Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Nov. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, Mon. – Sat. Grammy Award-winner James Garrett pays tribute to his long-time friend John Denver and other country music legends. Bluegrass and country Christmas tunes!
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Sander’s Family Christmas Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Nov. – Dec. Showtimes: 8:00 PM, Tues. – Sat. Off-Broadway in Branson! Hilarious gospel musical comedy set in 1942. The audience becomes the congregation of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church’s Christmas Eve celebration!
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The Shoji Tabuchi Show Shoji Tabuchi Theatre 3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-7469 tickets@shoji.com shoji.com
Open: See website for schedule Showtimes: 10:30 AM, 3:00 PM, 7:30 PM World-renowned entertainter Shoji Tabuchi, along with wife Dorothy and daughter Christina, present their high-energy sparkling, family variety show.
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Showboat Branson Belle 4800 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-7171 • 800-775-2628 info@silverdollarcity.com showboatbransonbelle.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 8:00 PM Cruise, dine and be entertained aboard America’s most entertaining lake adventure featuring a 3-course meal and live shows on Table Rock Lake!
Shrek the Musical Welk Resort Theatre 1984 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-7469 • 800-505-9355 reservations@welkgroup.com welkbranson.com
Open: Jun. – Aug. Showtimes: 2:00 PM Everyone’s favorite ogre Shrek is coming to Branson in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar-winning, smash hit film.
Sight & Sound Theatres® 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 417-335-7900 • 800-377-1277 customerservice@sight-sound.com sight-sound.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM Experience the greatest stories ever told as they come to life on stage. March through October, Samson. November through December, Miracle of Christmas
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Presleys’ Country Jubilee Presleys’ Theatre 2920 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4874 • 888-894-9548 info@presleys.com presleys.com
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Show & Theatre LISTINGS Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 8:00 PM, Mon. – Sat. Branson’s first family of entertainment on stage featuring country favorites, southern gospel and hilarious comedy. Presleys’ Country Jubilee… Branson’s original show on The Strip. Open: Apr. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM Top Rated Show in Branson by Trip Advisor. Country music stars performing classic country music. Journey thrrough country music history with an award-winning cast
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Sinatra and Friends King’s Castle Theatre 2701 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2500 • 888-462-7267 info@kingscastletheatre.com kingscastletheatre.com
Open: Apr. – Dec. Showtimes: Varies, call for details New in 2018! This production is a full-scale musical celebration made up of superb singers, amazing dancers and unique film footage bringing the Sinatra era to life!
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SIX Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-0076 • 877-SIX-SHOW (877-749-7469) suzanne@thesixshow.com thesixshow.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM Your eyes won’t believe your ears! SIX combines the boundless energy of six remarkable brothers. Their high-octane performance, electrifying stage presence and powerhouse vocals create one amazing “SIXperience!”
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Smoke on the Mountain Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 8:00 PM, Tue. – Sat. Off-Broadway in Branson! Hilarious gospel musical comedy set in 1938. The audience becomes the congregation of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church’s first Saturday night sing.
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The Sons of Britches Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Feb. (limited showtimes), Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 2:00 PM, Fri. – Sat.; 5:00 PM, Wed.; 8:00 PM, Sun. – Mon. A special trio of Branson’s top musicians. Featuring comedy, country, Cajun, bluegrass & ol’ time rock ‘n’ roll! They even take audience requests.
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Show & Theatre LISTINGS
A Tribute to John Denver Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Showtimes: 10:00 AM, Mon. – Sat. Grammy Award-winner James Garrett pays tribute to his longtime friend John Denver and other country music legends. Voted Best Morning Show for four years!
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200’ Action Tower – Bigfoot Fun Park 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily Two adrenaline-pumping rides. Super Sling: you’re launched into the heavens, spinning your way back to earth. Gravity Bomb: 200’ free-fall drop from the highest point in Branson!
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8Di Theatre & Action Ride – Bigfoot Fun Park 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily Hop on mini-bikes, grab your gun and start shooting images on screen. Immersive 8-dimension gaming experience. Lights, wind, sounds, smells, moving bikes, play guns, make a sensory explosion.
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Adventure Mini-Golf – Bigfoot Fun Park 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily 18-hole Bigfoot-themed mini-golf adventure. Ozark woodlands, waterfall, cave with black light activated murals, desert, and frozen tundra. 9-holes ADA accessible. Fun and challenging.
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Andy B’s Bowl Social 405 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-213-8631 bowlandybs.com
Open: Year-round, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sun.; 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM, Tues. – Thurs.; 11:00 AM - 1:30 AM, Fri. – Sat. Here you’ll find undeniable eats, hand-crafted beverages, and a handful of games and attractions, bottled up into a modern, industrial hangout with some mid-century attitude.
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Arcade City 715 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-203-4150 marketing@faceamusement.com arcadecity.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun. – Thurs.; 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Fri. – Sat. At Arcade City, you’ll find all the most exciting games, whether you’re competing against your friends or just yourself!
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Ballparks of America 1000 Pat Nash Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-986-3395 info@ballparksofamerica.com ballparksofamerica.com
Open: Mar. – Oct., 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM (may vary with events) Ballparks of America is the only stay-and-play youth baseball facility in the world featuring two-thirds scale replicas of five iconic stadiums hosting tournaments with teams from around the world.
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Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy 1901 MO-86, Ridgedale, MO 65739 417-339-5476 • 800-225-6343 bigcedar@big-cedar.com bigcedar.com/attractions
Open: Mar. – Nov., 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Designed for all skill levels, this world-class shooting facility is the ideal destination for families and groups.
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Bigfoot Discovery Expedition Tour 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, check website for tour departures Get out to unspoiled Ozarks wilderness in 4x4 F550 safari vehicles. Interactive themed adventure. Scottish Highland cattle. Original music. Extremely surprisingly twist ending. Experience Branson’s biggest show on wheels!
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Bigfoot Fun Park 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily Family fun for everyone! Mini-golf, offroad 4x4 safari tours, 8Di movies, arcade/best prizes, maze, Monkey Jump, 300’ Action Tower, Gravity Drop, Super Sling, more.
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Bigfoot Games & Entertainment Arcade 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily State-of-the-art games with the most unique and high-end prizes. The prizes include rare items, collectibles, fashion accessories (think Coach), NASCAR collections, new items added constantly.
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Attraction LISTINGS
The Branson Coaster 2115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-544-8068 marketing@faceamusement.com thebransoncoaster.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat. – Thurs.; 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Fri. – Sat. A heart-racing adventure through the land of the Ozarks! Pilot your own cart through twists and turns on North America’s first double alpine coaster.
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World-Class Shooting for All Skill Levels Reconnect with the outdoors at Big Cedar’s newest attraction open to the public, Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy. This beautiful Ozarks oasis is the perfect place to learn shooting safety and practice a wide variety of shooting disciplines. Shotguns, ammunition, clay targets and all required safety gear are available to make for a fun and convenient outing! Planning a special event? The academy and its outdoor amphitheater are an ideal setting for a one-of-a-kind private function. Call or visit the website to learn more about this and other outdoor attractions open to the public at Big Cedar Lodge.
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Branson Jet Boats 7A North Boardwalk, Branson Landing 417-334-7683 • 877-441-3727 info@bransonjetboats.com bransonjetboats.com
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Branson Landing 100 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-239-3002 • 855-339-3002 marketing@bransonlanding.com bransonlanding.com
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Branson Meadows Cinema 11 4740 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2884 • 800-419-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonmeadowscinema11.com
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Branson Scenic Railway 206 E. Main St., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-6110 • 800-2TRAIN2 (800-287-2462) ikamp@bransontrain.com bransontrain.com
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Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain 2339 US Hwy. 65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 417-561-0699 groupsales@bransonzipline.com wolfemountainbranson.com
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Attraction LISTINGS
Branson’s Gift of Lights 700 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-233-1769 steve@bransonlights.com bransonlights.com
Open: Nov. – Dec., 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM Experience an all-LED Christmas light drive-thru that will dazzle the senses. Over 250 light displays to discover.
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Jan. – Mid Mar.; 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Mid Mar. – Dec. Newly updated IMAX-3D laser theater, luxury VIP seating. Movies, shopping, live shows and dining – all under one roof! Open: Year-round Branson’s #1 animal attraction. Home to hundreds of animals. 75 acres. Animal encounters. Natural Ozarks topography. Foot safari. Two mile drive-thru. Parakeet paradise. Animal adventure building. Tram tours. Live animal shows. More! Open: Year-round, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Walk among thousands of live exotic butterflies fluttering right before your eyes! Also enjoy movies, mirror maze and more!
Open: May – Oct., 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, daily, seasonal Experience the beauty and history of Lake Taneycomo on this thrill ride that performs maneuvers such as bow dunks and 360s.
Open: Year-round, hours vary per attraction Where shopping, dining and entertainment take center stage, with over 100 specialty stores, restaurants, attractions, water and fire fountain show and Hilton Promenade Hotel.
Open: Year-round, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Multi-screen Hollywood movie theater inside the Shoppes at Branson Meadows. Eleven screens, comfort seating and ultimate 4k digital projection!
Open: Mar. – Dec., 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM A 40-mile excursion into the backwoods of the Ozark foothills aboard vintage railroad equipment. Dinner train: Apr. – Nov.; Polar Express: Nov. – Dec.
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Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 • 800-419-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
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Branson’s Promised Land Zoo 2751 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-337-9453 info@plzoo.com plzoo.com
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The Butterfly Palace 4106 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2231 brittney@thebutterflypalace.com thebutterflypalace.com
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Castle of Chaos 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com 5dadventure.com
Open: Year-round, 8:00 AM – late Compete for the highest score as you try to rid the town of ravenous werewolves or ride the rails while chasing down a band of robot outlaws.
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Open: Year-round, hours vary Explore the Ozarks on our world-class guided adventure while soaring through the trees on ziplines, sky bridges and more!
Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 2038 State Hwy. 86, Lampe, MO 65681 877-459-5687 info@dogwoodcanyon.org dogwoodcanyon.org
Open: Year-round, weather permitting, 8:30 AM – (4:00 – 6:00 PM seasonaly) daily 10,000 acres of Ozarks wilderness with trout streams, waterfalls and wildlife. Enjoy Segway and tram tours, horseback riding, walking or biking.
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Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction 1525 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-3000 • 800-520-5544 salesmo@dpstampede.com dpstampede.com
Open: Feb. – Dec., 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Dolly Parton’s Stampede is the World’s Most Visited Dinner AttractionTM, featuring 32 magnificent horses and a fabulous four-course feast.
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The Elite Cinema III 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 • 800-419-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Year-round, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM An elite Hollywood movie theater inside the IMAX Complex: spacious seating, reclining high-back chairs and Sony Digital projection!
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Farm Mini-Golf at Grand Country Resort 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2454 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Players will feel back at home on the farm while playing 36 holes of this animated Farm Mini-Golf course.
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Fritz’s Adventure 1425 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-320-6138 info@fritzsadventure.com fritzsadventure.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (check website for the most up-to-date hours of operation) Fritz’s Adventure is a dynamic family attraction that brings the excitement and challenges of outdoor adventure into a multi-dimensional indoor environment.
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Grand Country Fun Spot 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2454 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Fun Spot arcade and entertainment center boasts a two-story laser tag arena, arcade games, bumper cars, blacklight minigolf and more!
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Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com hannahsmazeofmirrors.com
Open: Year-round, 8:00 AM – late Are you the chosen one? Find your way through hundreds of mirrored walls and archways on a gallant journey that is sure to make you smile!
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Hollywood Wax Museum 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com bransonwaxfun.com
Open: Year-round, 8:00 AM – late Walk the red carpet and strike your best poses with your favorite stars in a self-guided romp with Hollywood’s elite.
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Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com bransonwaxfun.com
Open: Year-round, 8:00 AM – late Best value in Branson! Enjoy Hollywood Wax Museum, Shoot For The Stars Mini-Golf, Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors and Castle of Chaos for one great price.
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Indoor Mini-golf at Grand Country Resort 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-3919 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Grand Country Indoor Mini-golf is a 36-hole, Ozarks forest themed course that is completely indoors for guests to enjoy rain or shine!
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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium 500 W. Sunshine St., Springifeld, MO 65807 888-222-6060 info@wondersofwildlife.org wondersofwildlife.org
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (peak hours); 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (non-peak hours) A tribute to conservation world-wide through immersive wildlife galleries, historic collections, and a 1.5-million gallon aquarium adventure showcasing 35,000 animals.
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Attraction LISTINGS
“Let There Be Lights” Drive Thru at Promised Land Zoo 2751 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 info@plzoo.com plzoo.com/lights
Open: Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM Zoo by day! Lights by night! Largest drive-thru light display in the Ozarks. Santa and his reindeer. Candy Land courtyard. Musical trees. Live nativity petting zoo. More.
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Main Street Lake Cruises 9 South Boardwalk, Branson Landing 417-239-3980 • 877-38BOATS (877-382-6287) marketing@mainstreetlakecruises.com mainstreetmarina.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. (private charters available year-round), 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM Come enjoy one of our sightseeing tours on our Lake Queen paddlewheel boat or how about an intimate fine dining experience on our Landing Princess. All while taking in the beauty of the Ozarks on beautiful Lake Taneycomo!
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The Runaway Mountain Coaster 935 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-7337 • 800-371-7027 info@bransonmountaincoaster.com runawaybranson.com
Open: Jan. – Dec., 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; summer hours 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Zoom through the woods or gently cruise on the longest and fastest mountain coaster in the midwest.
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Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama 5586 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4191 info@theshepherdofthehills.com theshepherdofthehills.com
Open: May – Oct., hours vary Based on Harold Bell Wright’s book, this show is an actionpacked live reenactment of the 1800’s in the Ozarks.
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Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights 5586 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4191 info@theshepherdofthehills.com theshepherdofthehills.com
Open: Nov. 1 – Dec. 31, 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM Filled with millions of multi-colored Christmas lights, and themed and animated displays, wind your way through the 160-acre Shepherd of the Hills Homestead. New this year, “The North Pole Adventure” family walk-through experience.
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Shepherd’s Adventure Park 5586 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4191 info@theshepherdofthehills.com theshepherdofthehills.com
Open: Year-round, hours vary This new attraction park includes a multi-level ropes course, a scenic canopy zipline tour, a fast Vigilante Ziprider and more!
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Shoot For the Stars Mini-Golf 3110 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com shootforthestarsminigolf.com
Open: Year-round (weather permitting), 8:00 AM – late Putt your way to fame! Shoot through Hollywood landmarks, parties and paparazzi as you take the 18 steps to becoming a star.
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Silver Dollar City 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-7100 • 800-831-4386 info@silverdollarcity.com silverdollarcity.com
Open: Mar. – Dec., hours vary (visit SilverDollarCity.com for details.) All-new entertainment during the Year of Shows & Festivals, plus 40+ rides and attractions including the revolutionary coaster – Time Traveler!
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Splash Country Indoor Waterpark at Grand Country Resort 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-3535 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Splash Country Indoors is Branson’s best indoor waterpark experience with 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, lazy river, tube slides and more!
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Snowflex at Wolfe Mountain 2339 US Hwy. 65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 800-561-0699 groupsales@bransonzipline.com wolfemountainbranson.com
Open: Year-round, hours vary Tube down a 400 foot slope in the beautiful Ozark Mountains, designed for maximum thrills for people of all ages!
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Talking Rocks Cavern 423 Fairy Cave Ln., Branson West, MO 65737 417-272-3366 • 800-600-2283 info@talkingrockscavern.com talkingrockscavern.com
Open: Year-round, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Feb. – May; 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, June –Aug.; 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Sept. – Dec.; 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Jan. Guided, walking tours of Talking Rocks Cavern. Large rock and gift shop, gemstone panning, mini-golf, nature trails and picnic areas.
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Attraction LISTINGS
The Track Family Fun Parks 3 Branson Locations 417-334-1612 info@bransontracks.com bransontracks.com
Open: Check website for operating schedule Enjoy high-rise go-karts, classic go-karts, bumper boats/cars, arcades and more! Chicago’s Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, now named the Branson Ferris Wheel, stands 150 ft. tall, and NEW in 2019, The Skyscraper – a thrill ride like no other in this area!
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Top of the Rock 190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale, MO 65739 417-339-5306 • 800-225-6343 bigcedar@big-cedar.com topoftherock.com
Open: Year-round, 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM World-class restaurants and attractions situated at the highest elevation in Taney County overlooking sparkling Table Rock Lake.
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White Water 3505 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-7100 • 800-831-4386 info@silverdollarcity.com bransonwhitewater.com
Open: May – Sept., hours vary (visit BransonWhiteWater.com for details.) Dive into 13 acres of waves, rides and slides for all ages filled with 2-million gallons of fun!
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Yeti Fun Zone & Monkey Jump - Bigfoot Fun Park 3608 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 800-562-2416 info@bransonbigfoot.com bigfootfunpark.com
Open: Year-round, 10:00 AM – late, daily Multi-level maze (above ground and below) Tunnels, spiral slide, Yeti treehouse and more. Option to “chicken” exit or take a daring leap into a huge inflated bag, just like in the movies!
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Buffalo Bar at Top of the Rock
Experience the best of the Ozarks at Top of the Rock! This one-of-a-kind destination is something you just have to see to believe. Tour through the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail, explore the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum and choose from one of multiple restaurants that offer stunning views of Table Rock Lake. With world-class attractions, legendary golf and spectacular dining, your whole family is sure to leave with memories to last a lifetime.
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Branson Landing 100 Branson Landing, Branson, MO 65616 417-239-3002 • 855-339-3002 marketing@bransonlanding.com bransonlanding.com
Open: Year-round Where shopping, dining and entertainment take center stage, with over 100 specialty stores, restaurants, attractions, water and fire fountain show and Hilton Promenade Hotel.
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Dick’s 5 & 10 103 W Main St., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2410 kathe@dicks5and10.com dicks5and10.com
Open: Year-round, seven days a week Branson landmark for over 57 years. No trip to Branson is complete without the Dicks 5 & 10 experience. Fun for all ages!
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Grand Country Shoppes 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-3919 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Your vacation shopping awaits you at Grand Country Shoppes. Find the perfect gifts to take home to friends and family. From souvenirs to nostalgic toys and homemade fudge, Grand Country Shoppes has it all!
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The Grand Village Shops 2800 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 pamcritchfield@gmail.com grandvillageshops.com
Open: Year-round A variety of shops, restaurants, artisans and more. Home of Branson’s singing waiters at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner, awardwinning Sugar Leaf Café & Bakery. Known for hundreds of works by artisans throughout the center, don’t miss this unique shopping destination in the Entertainment District.
Missouriamish.com 210 S. Commercial St., Branson, MO 65616 417-231-6390 • 855-816-0246 missouriamish@yahoo.com missouriamish.com
Open: Feb. - Dec. We have leather belts, baskets, rugs, soaps, jams and jellies and more items hand made by Amish from all over Missouri.
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The Shoppes at Branson Meadows 4740 N. Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 theshoppesatbransonmeadows.com
Open: Year-round A variety of shops including VF Factory Outlet, Tuesday Morning, Branson Meadows Cinema, Escape Code, restaurants and Branson Event Center.
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The Shoppes at IMAX 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4832 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Year-round Branson’s premiere indoor shopping mall, featuring twelve specialty shops: leather, quilts, fine apparel, jewelry, grandfather clocks, home decor and more!
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Tanger Outlets 300 Tanger Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-337-9328 • 800-407-2762 branson@tangeroutlets.com tangeroutlets.com
Open: Year-round, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Mon. – Sat.; 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sun. Shop outlets. Shop Tanger. Best brands, best price and best experience.
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Andy B’s Bowl Social 405 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-213-8631 bowlandybs.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $5.00-$19.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Updated-American Serving lunch, dinner, snacks and cocktails. Also features full-service menu, live entertainment and meeting facilities. Taking reservations.
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Branson Landing 100 Branson Landing, Branson, MO 65616 417-239-3002 • 855-339-3002 marketing@bransonlanding.com bransonlanding.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: Varies Type of cuisine: All-types Serving lunch, dinner, snacks and cocktails. Also features full-service menu, live entertainment and meeting facilities.
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Branson’s Pasghetti’s Restaurant and Attraction 3129 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-0690 pasghettis@gmail.com bransonsbestrestaurants.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Approx. cost: $8.00-$30.00 + tax Type of cuisine: Italian-American Serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features full-service menu, gift shop and meeting facilities. Taking reservations.
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Chateau Grille at Chateau on the Lake 415 N. State Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 417-243-1777 chateauonthelake@atriumhospitality.com chateauonthelake.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $11.00-$32.00 + tax Type of cuisine: New American Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features full-service menu and buffet. Taking reservations.
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Dining LISTINGS
CiCi’s Pizza 3460 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-239-0109 cicis889@gmail.com bransonsbestrestaurants.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $8.00-$14.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Pizza, salad and dessert buffet Serving lunch and dinner. Also features buffet and meeting facilities.
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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 2038 State Hwy. 86, Lampe, MO 65681 877-459-5687 info@dogwoodcanyon.org dogwoodcanyon.org
Open: Year-round, weather permitting Approx. cost: $10.00-$15.00 + tax Types of cuisine: American Serving lunch, snacks and cocktails. Also features full-service menu and gift shop.
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Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House 997 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-5060 steakcatfishhouse@gmail.com bransonsbestrestaurants.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Approx. cost: $8.00-$28.00 + tax Types of cuisine: American – steaks, catfish, ribs, bar-b-que and hot rolls Serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features full-service menu and gift shop.
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Grand Country Buffet 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2434 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $5.99-$13.49 + tax Types of cuisine: American buffet Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also features a buffet.
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The Great American Steak & Chicken House 2421 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-6699 bigchickenhouse@gmail.com bransonsbestrestaurants.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Approx. cost: $8.00-$24.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Breakfast buffet, fried chicken, steaks, sandwiches and seafood. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features full-service menu, buffet and gift shop.
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Hughes Brothers Celebrity Dinner Theatre & Bistro 3425 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-0076 • 800-422-0076 info@hughes-brothers.com hughesbrothersteatre.com
Open: Feb. – Dec. Approx. cost: $10.00-$20.00 + tax Bistro - Serving lunch, dinner and snacks. Also features gift shop and meeting facilities. Restaurant - Serving dinner. Also features gift shop, meeting facilities and live entertainment. Taking reservations.
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McFarlain’s Family Restaurant 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-4680 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $5.00-$18.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Family dining, classic Ozarks cuisine and fresh baked pies. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Also features full-service menu, gift shop and meeting facilities.
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The Paddlewheel 9 South Boardwalk, Branson, MO 65616 Branson Landing 417-239-3980 marketing@mainstreetlakecruises.com mainstreetmarina.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $4.00-$20.00 + tax Type of cuisine: Variety Serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features full-service menu, meeting facilities and live entertainment. Taking reservations.
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Papa Grand’s Pizza at Grand Country Resort 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-6709 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open: Year-round Types of cuisine: Pizza and pasta buffet Serving lunch, dinner and snacks. Also features buffet.
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Pizza Ranch 1464 State Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 417-337-5060 branson@pizzaranch.com pizzaranch.com
Open: Year-round Approx. cost: $8.00-$12.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Pizza and chicken buffet Serving breakfast and lunch. Also features buffet.
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The Pointe 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-8599 partyplaystay.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Approx. cost: $5.00-$10.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Breakfast, burgers, salads and sandwiches Serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and cocktails. Also features meeting facilities.
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Dining LISTINGS
Whipper Snappers Seafood Restaurant 2421 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 (lower level of Chicken House) 417-334-3282 bigchickenhouse@gmail.com bransonsbestrestaurants.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. Approx. cost: $20.00-$50.00 + tax Types of cuisine: Seafood buffet Serving lunch, dinner and cocktails. Also features buffet and gift shop.
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Big Cedar Golf 1001 Branson Creek Blvd., Hollister, MO 65672 417-339-5430 • 800-225-6343 bigcedar@big-cedar.com golfbigcedar.com
Open: Year-round, weather permitting Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging and dining on property. Big Cedar Lodge, America’s next great golf destination, has four courses designed by some of the biggest names in golf.
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Branson Hills Golf Club 100 N. Payne Stewart Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-337-2963 info@bransonhillsgolfclub.com bransonhillsgolfclub.com
Open: Year-round Approx. fees: $69-$109 + tax Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging and dining on property. Rated #1 Golf Course in Missouri by Golfweek 20122017. Yardages vary from 7,324 to 5,323, offering five distinct teeing areas providing a challenge to all calibers of golfers.
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Holiday Island Golf Club 1 Clubhouse Drive, Holiday Island, AR 72631 479-253-9511 holidayisland.us visitholidayisland.com
Open: Year-round, weather permitting Approx. fees: $39 + tax (less on Island 9-hole course) Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging and dining on property. Two beautiful courses and unique driving range on Ozark ridge top with views and wood carvings. Island course has an inspiring view when taking bridge onto island.
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The Pointe 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4477 • 866-334-4477 bradleygolfpro@gmail.com pointeroyalegolf.net
Open: Year-round Approx. fees: $45-$75 + tax (includes 18 holes and cart) Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shopand dining on property. The Pointe Golf Course, where you’re treated like a member. Come play our beautiful, 18 hole, par 70 golf course.
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Golf LISTINGS
Thousand Hills Golf Resort 245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-5873 • 800-864-4145 dwertz@thousandhills.com thousandhills.com
Open: Year-round, weather permitting Approx. fees: $59 + tax Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop and lodging on property. Located in the center of Branson, Thousand Hills Golf Course is just 2 blocks off Highway 76, 2 blocks behind the Grand Village Shops.
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Thousand Hills Golf Resort 245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-243-2201 • 877-262-0430 dwertz@thousandhills.com thousandhills.com
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The Suites at Fall Creek 1 Fall Creek Dr., Branson, MO 65616 800-438-2929 • 800-438-2929 keith.bielski@diamondresorts.com diamondresortsandhotels.com
Year-round
Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course 158 Pointe Royale Dr., Ste. 100 Branson, MO 65616 417-334-5614 • 800-962-4710 info@pointeroyale.com pointeroyale.com
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Holiday Inn Club Vacations Holiday Hills Resort 2380 E. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4443 reservation@holidayinnclub.com bit.ly/2QdBKgF
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Grand Country Resort 1945 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-335-3535 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
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Foxfire Resort 751 John the Diver Trail, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-2119 • 800-286-8034 foxfire751@suddenlink.net foxfireresort.com
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Cardinal Hill Cottages 5410 State Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-8732 • 800-759-8421 cardinalhillcottages@suddenlink.com cardinalhillcottages.com
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The Village at Indian Point Resort & Conference Center 24 Village Trail, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-8800 • 800-984-7847 info@villageatindianpoint.com villageatindianpoint.com
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Tribesman Resort 416 Cave Ln., Branson, MO 65616 (On Indian Point) 417-338-2616 • 800-447-3327 info@tribesmanresort.com tribesmanresort.com
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Still Waters Resort 21 Stillwater Lane, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-2323 • 800-777-2320 info@stillwatersresort.com stillwatersresort.com
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Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center 415 N. State Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-1161 • 888-333-5253 chateauonthelake@atriumhospitality.com chateauonthelake.com
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Rent Branson Amazing Branson Vacation Rentals 245 Freund Dr., Ridgedale, MO 65739 417-779-5880 info@rentbranson.com rentbranson.com
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Camp Long Creek at Bige Cedar 1368 Long Creek Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 417-334-4860 • 800-225-6343 bigcedar@big-cedar.com bigcedar.com/lodging
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Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course 158 Pointe Royale Dr., Ste. 100 Branson, MO 65616 417-334-5614 • 800-962-4710 info@pointeroyale.com pointeroyale.com
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INDIAN POINT The Village at Indian Point Resort & Conference Center 24 Village Trail, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-8800 • 800-984-7847 info@villageatindianpoint.com villageatindianpoint.com
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Colonial Mountain Inn 10770 E. Hwy. 76, Branson West, MO 65737 417-272-8414 noel@colonialmountain.com colonialmountain.com
Motels/Resorts. We offer low weekly rates.
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Real Estate LISTINGS
Whisper Cove 231 Sante Fe Ave., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-6835 whispercove.com
Commercial - investment, Residential/Homes, Lots and Land. Table Rock lakefront development opportunties. Close to Branson and Branson schools.
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ig Cedar’s newest overnight experience, Camp Long Creek, offers accommodations that bring you in close contact with nature, combining camping and comfort. Situated on Table Rock Lake, enjoy a serene backdrop while relaxing in one of the unique accommodations: shepherds huts, camp cabins or glamping tents. This new addition is specially designed for the whole family and features pet-friendly units, a full-service marina and an infinity pool. It’s hard to imagine a better setting to create lasting memories with your family in the great outdoors. Make your spring and summer reservations today!
888.493.2212 • CAMPLONGCREEK.COM
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Rosebud Inn 1415 Roark Valley Rd., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-4000 • 800-767-3522 reservation@rosebudinn.com rosebudinn.com
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Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing 3 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-5500 • 866-568-0890 hrobr-salesadm@hilton.com promenadebransonlanding.hilton.com
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Hilton Branson Convention Center 200 E. Main St., Branson, MO 65616 417-336-5400 • 866-442-0959 hrobc-salesadm@hilton.com bransonconventioncenter.hilton.com
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Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows 5150 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4731 • 877-7HOTELS (877-746-8357) info@myerhospitality.com myerhospitality.com
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Baymont Inn & Suites on the Strip 1000 Main St., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-1985 baymontfd@ohospitalitymanagement.com bransonbaymont.com
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Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills 203 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-4727 • 877-335-4727 info@myerhospitality.com myerhospitality.com
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Angel Inn – Central 2350 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-6500 acentral2350@gmail.com angelinncentral.com
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Radisson Hotel Branson 120 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-335-5767 s.carpenter@combshospitality.com radisson.com/bransonmo
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Best Western Music Capital Inn 3257 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 417-334-8378 • 877-334-8378 info@myerhospitality.com myerhospitality.com
The Dutton Inn 3454 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-332-2772 • 888-388-8661 duttoninn@gmail.com duttoninn.com
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Angel Inn – near IMAX 3311 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 417-334-2300 frontdesk@angelinnnearimax.com angelinnnearimax.com
Feb. - Dec.
Best Western Center Pointe Inn 3215 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-334-1894 • 877-334-1894 info@myerhospitality.com myerhospitality.com
Feb. - Dec.
Angel Inn – by the Strip 3029 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 417-336-5151 res@letsgotobranson.com angelinnhotels.com
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Lynina Inn 2772 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 417-335-2277 • 800-435-4884 lyninainn.com
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Branson Towers Hotel 236 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 417-336-4500 res@letsgotobranson.com bransontowershotel.com
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Silver Dollar City’s Wilderness 5125 Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 417-338-8189 • 800-477-5164 info@silverdollarcity.com silverdollarcity.com/wilderness
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Baxter Marina, LLC 4667 State Hwy. H, Lampe, MO 65681 417-779-4301 baxtermarina.com
Open: Apr. – Oct. General store, fuel, restaurant, ski boats, pontoon boats, kayaks, personal watercraft, ski/tube rental, boat slip rental and live bait.
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Main Street Marina 9 South Boardwalk, Branson Landing 417-239-3980 • 800-38BOATS marketing@mainstreetlakecruises.com mainstreetmarina.com
Open: Year-round Water sports rental. Dock and eat.
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State Park Marina 380 State Park Marina Rd. 417-334-2628 • 888-993-BOAT info@stateparkmarina.com stateparkmarina.com
Open: Mar. – Dec. General store, fuel, restaurant, snack shop, hunting/fishing licenses, fishing boats, ski boats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, ski/tube rental, boat slip rental, diving equipment, para-sailing, excursion boat and live bait. 600 boat slips.
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Marina LISTINGS
Table Rock Lake Pontoons, Inc. 4667 State Hwy. H, Lampe, MO 65681 417-779-1270 • 800-662-9984 trpontoons@tri-lakes.net pontoonrentals.com
Open: Apr. – Oct. Ski boats, ski/tube rentals, kayaks and pontoon boats.
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Branson.com 220 Branson Hills Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-4400 • 800-785-1550 carole@branson.com branson.com
Open: Year-round Packages, accommodations, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals and 24-hour assistance.
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Branson Vacation Company 2315 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 417-334-3967 • 800-627-4596 info@bvcmo.com bransonvacationcompany.com
Open: Year-round Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment and meals. We are not a time-share company.
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iBranson.com 280 Wintergreen Rd., Branson, MO 65616 417-337-8455 • 877-ENTERTAIN info@ibranson.com iBranson.com
Open: Year-round Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, ticket solutions, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, specialty service/publication and attractions. Easy to book. No service fees.
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Save on Branson 2005 W. Hwy. 76, Ste. 206, Branson, MO 65616 417-213-8955 • 877-688-3179 drew@saveonbranson.com saveonbranson.com
Open: Year-round Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, local transportation, specialty service/publication, coupons, discounts, guides, maps and online booking. No booking/other fees.
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Vacation Services LISTINGS
The Village at Indian Point Resort & Conference Center 24 Village Tr., Branson, MO 65616 417-338-8800 • 800-984-7847 info@villageatindianpoint.com villageatindianpoint.com
Open: Year-round Packages, accomodations, local ticket delivery and itinerary planning.
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Airport/Transportation LISTINGS Branson Airport 4000 Branson Airport Blvd., Hollister, MO 65672 417-334-7813 • 888-359-2541 rwood@flybranson.com flybranson.com
Built in 2009, the Branson Airport is the first privately developed and operated commercial service airport in the United States.
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Alexander Park 901 Hawthorn 417-335-2368
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Branson RecPlex 1500 Branson Hills Pwky. 417-335-2368
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Cantwell Park Sunshine & Mockingbird 417-335-2368
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Eiserman Park 201 Compton Dr. 417-335-2368
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Elmo & Rosalea Marrs Memorial Dog Park 524 Stockstill Lane 417-335-2368
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Epps Park 201 Long St. 417-335-2368
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John Nygard Memorial Park 201 Long St. 417-335-2368
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Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area 412 Owen Lane 417-335-2368
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North Beach 50 N. Boardwalk 417-335-2368
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Old School Park 1515 W. Hwy. 76 417-335-2368
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Parnell Park 257 Mayden Lane 417-335-2368
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Stockstill Park 625 Stockstill Lane 417-335-2368
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Sunset Park 869 Sunset Rd. 417-335-2368
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