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2011 Branson Vacation Guide
The Five Seasons of Branson What’s New 2011 Live Entertainment Attractions Museums Wineries Shopping The Arts Outdoor Adventures Golf Lakes Fishing Branson/Lakes Area Historic Downtown Branson 2011 Calendar of Events Group Travel Weddings & Anniversaries Flying to Branson Welcome Center Veterans and Active Duty Personnel Local History 2011 Theatre Line-Up Coast Guard Regulations Day Trips Business Directory Listings Shows & Theatres Attractions Marinas/Houseboats Shopping Dining Real Estate Golf Resorts Condominiums Bed & Breakfast Inns Camping & RV Parks Motels & Hotels Vacation Services Airports/Transport Service
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Committee: Bert Leman, Greg Maycock, Cindy Merry, Chris Myer, Kent Turner, Roger Frieze, Tracey Barton Editorial & Production Staff: Lynn Berry, Dan Lennon, Bethany Thomas, Duane Stout, LaDella Thomas, Debi Lipper Design: Duane Stout, LaDella Thomas Production: Duane Stout Contributing Photographers: John Bahler, Kathryn Buckstaff, Gayle Harper, Jim Lersch, Michael London, Jeff Long, Buddy Mays, Lisa Misplais, Cindy Merry, Jason Gunn Address all inquiries to: Branson/Lakes Area CVB P.O. Box 1897 • Branson, MO 65615 • 417-334-4136 Copyright 2011 by the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication strictly prohibited. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. The CVB assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.
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Someone you love is always playing in Branson. Jim Stafford
Fishing on Table Rock Lake Branson Landing
With more than 100 live music shows, a unique theme park, three pristine lakes, amazing family attractions, championship golf, museums, shopping at hundreds of outlet, boutique, and upscale specialty shops sounds like fun, then a visit to Branson is the perfect vacation for you! We invite you to come to Branson and enjoy our genuine Ozark Mountain hospitality all year long. Our welcome extends throughout five unique seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall and Christmas. January through December, you’ll want to come back again and again to experience the variety of things to see and do in Branson! ON THE COVER: Neal McCoy, Debby Boone, Paul Revere, The Duttons, Bull Shoals Lake, Branson Zipline Canopy Tours BACK COVER: Top of the Rock Golf Course, Table Rock Lake, Silver Dollar City
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Baldknobbers Jamboree Show
Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers
Acrobats of China
Hughes Brothers Show
Yakov Smirnoff
The Texas Tenors
Hooray for Hollywood
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
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Hot Winter Fun Got a case of cabin fever? Got the winter blues? Then get away to Branson in January and February for Hot Winter Fun! The mild winter weather, combined with seasonal special offers designed for the value-minded visitor, creates an ideal opportunity to experience Branson’s shows, attractions, after-Christmas shopping, museums, a round of golf, world-class fishing, cozy lakeside resorts and more. While the pace is relaxed and there is less traffic, the fun is just as hot and the price is right. And don’t forget, Branson is an affordable romantic getaway for Valentines Day!
Ozark Mountain Spring From March through May, the Ozarks flourish with vibrant colors and sounds. While dogwoods, redbuds and wildflowers bloom, Branson’s world-famous shows, family attractions and unique theme parks introduce new acts, features and exhibits. For spring break, families take advantage of Branson’s multi-generational appeal while enjoying the shows, museums, lakes and family attractions. A wide variety of special events and festivals enhances your springtime visit. National sporting events such as the NAIA college basketball championship and FLW Bass Tournament showcase our outdoors. “See The World In Branson – No Passports Needed!” offers a world view this spring where a melting pot of entertainment from around the globe is offered in our shows, attractions and dining. 6
Check out ExploreBranson.com for special events occurring during Ozark Mountain Spring – from craft shows to car shows (and collector car auctions) to the international folk music and cuisine of World-Fest at Silver Dollar City.
Summer Family Fun The Associated Press calls Branson “one of the top family destinations in the country” and for good reason. There are three area lakes offering an abundance of recreational opportunities from water skiing, jet skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding and scuba diving to fly fishing or catching that big lunker. In addition, a line-up of kid-friendly live shows and attractions gives families affordable fun at area eateries, interactive exhibits, festivals, water-parks, mini-golf courses and go-karts. Many of Branson’s top entertainment families feature several generations performing on stage together. High-tech magical illusions, Chinese acrobats, talking dogs, comedic characters and a variety of musical styles create high-energy live shows for the entire family.
Fall For Arts & Crafts in the Ozarks Any time during autumn is the perfect time to visit Branson and leisurely discover our heritage. From the live shows, attractions and museums to the area arts, crafts and music festivals, you’ll fall in love with the sights and sounds of Fall in the Ozarks.Throughout the months of October and November, the rolling hills around the Branson/Lakes Area
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lighting displays of the one-mile Branson Area Festival of Lights (BAFOL) drive-through. You’ll want to be in Branson for the Adoration Parade held each year on the first Sunday in December. This festive nighttime parade and Adoration Scene lighting ceremony celebrates the birth of Christ and features floats, marching bands and thousands of Christmas lights. Branson is a holiday shopper’s paradise with Branson Landing, Historic Downtown Branson and three major outlet malls featuring more than 300 name-brand shops. Hundreds of boutique, arts, crafts and specialty stores throughout the town offer one-of-a-kind handmade heirloom-quality gift items.
Branson Veterans Homecoming From November 5 through November 11 each year, Branson celebrates our tradition of honoring veterans who have served our country with the largest homecoming celebration in the nation. With more than 40 special events leading up to the Veterans Day parade, thousands of veterans, active duty personnel and their families are welcomed by a grateful community. Branson Variety Theatre
explode in a fabulous array of autumn colors with brilliant shades of red and gold. The slightly cooler temperatures and lower humidity offer outdoor enthusiasts a remarkable experience. Bird-watching, ziplining, hiking, biking (both for motorcyclists and for bicyclists), boating and more are wonderful ways to soak up the beauty of the season. Combining golf with a shopping spree is a popular way to catch your breath after the busy days of summer.
New Year’s And don’t forget the week after Christmas, numerous Branson shows and area attractions (such as Silver Dollar City) are open. This is a great time to share the season with family and friends. Many theaters will offer festive New Year’s Eve shows complete with hors d’oeurves, beverages, party favors, balloon drops, and special music to ring in the new year! As you can see, every visit to Branson allows you to discover something special. We’d love to show you around. Our doors are wide open – come on in.
Seasonal Weather Ozark Mountain Christmas The Christmas season will bring your family together for holiday entertainment, great shopping and elaborate decorative light displays. Beginning November 1 each year, the Branson/Lakes Area transforms into a festive wonderland with dazzling live shows celebrating the true spirit of Christmas, with Silver Dollar City theme park in all its holiday glory and numerous special events. As “Mr. Christmas” Andy Williams sings, it is truly “the most wonderful time of the year.” C h r i s t m a s traditions in Branson include the Christmas on the Trail show and Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and the animated
Branson’s weather is typical of the Midwest. Spring and fall offer mild temperatures to enjoy the scenery, and winter snowfalls are infrequent and usually moderate. Summer days in Branson allow lots of time to enjoy the lakes and outdoor activities. Temperature averages are charted below: Month Avg. Highs Avg. Lows January 40’s 20’s February 50’s 20’s March 60’s 30’s April 70’s 40’s May 70’s 50’s June 80’s 60’s July 90’s 60’s August 90’s 60’s September 80’s 50’s October 70’s 40’s November 60’s 30’s December 40’s 20’s Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON
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Dick’s 5 & 10 Celebrates 50 Years
Still family-owned and operated, Dick’s 5 & 10 is a oneof-a-kind retail store that offers hours of entertainment for all ages. You’ll know that this shopping experience will be different from any other the moment you step inside the store. A Historic Downtown Branson landmark for 50 years, Dick’s has over 50,000 different items and several unique collections on display.
The Track Family Fun Parks Launches Multi-Million Dollar Building Projects
After 30 years of providing family entertainment to local residents and area visitors alike, The Track Family Fun Parks has decided to celebrate three decades in Branson by reinvesting almost three million dollars in its 5 Branson locations. The new track’s state-ofthe-art steel and concrete construction will be more weather-friendly and will offer all the high-rise excitement of the other tracks.
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All-new tropical adventure, Aloha River at Hula Hula Bay, is a setting of lush Polynesian jungles reminiscent of the South Pacific. Floaters maneuver through tropical greenery to meet with unexpected twists and turns, water features, fountains, misters, geysers and more. The length of two-and-a-half football fields, it is the park’s longest, wettest, coolest ride yet.
See The World In Branson – No Passport Needed!
“See The World In Branson” during April and May, an annual Ozark Mountain Spring event highlighting the vast amount of internationally-inspired entertainment, attractions and cuisine available to visitors during springtime. It will be possible to experience Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Samoan and American, and many other cultures in a single visit to Branson!
Todd Oliver & Friends
Comedian Todd Oliver will
Showboat Branson Belle appear at the Jim Stafford Showboat Branson Belle launches 2011 with ENCORE! an unforgettable musical journey featuring two acts new to Branson: The only fiddling aerialist in the world, Janice Martin, is a world-class violinist, pianist and vocalist. A new male vocal group, The Showmen, has amazing vocal range, performing music from the ’60s to today. Comedian/ magician Christopher James returns as master of ceremonies. There’s also a brand new menu as Showboat undergoes the biggest change year in her 15-year history.
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Theatre in his own show, Todd Oliver & Friends, with his amazing talking dogs and hilarious comedy. His new, totally different show is for audiences of all ages. A picnic lunch is included in the show ticket.
Elvis Tribute Artist Joseph Hall
Elvis tribute artist Joseph Hall will be performing at The Americana Theatre. The show stars Hall in a full production featuring special effects with state-of-the-art lighting and lasers, backed by a live band. Joseph Hall has also been officially recognized by “Elvis Presley Enterprises.”
Hooray for Hollywood!
It’s all about the singing and dancing in the movie musical “Hooray for Hollywood!” at Branson Variety Theatre. Featuring the most famous song and dance moments of the last 50 years of movie history, you will see film clips of your favorite movies and then watch the action unfold, live on stage, with a cast of singers and dancers performing classics ranging from “Singin’ in the Rain” to Disney’s “The Lion King.”
JEERK
Sweden’s top rhythm artists, JEERK brings their action-packed show to the Hughes Brothers Theatre. Known worldwide for their innovative, one-of-a-kind stage show, they are an exciting twist to the Branson show mix.
Louise Mandrell & Lee Greenwood Together
Performing for the first time together in Branson, these two dynamic entertainers team up to bring their showmanship and highenergy production to the Welk Resort Theatre Sept. 12-Oct. 22. Greenwood had seven #1 hits including “Dixie Road” and “God Bless the USA.” Mandrell wows audiences whether belting out her favorite songs, spinning her way through dizzying dance routines or playing 13 different musical instruments.
Tim Conway, Johnny Mathis and More Best known through his 11 years co-starring on TV’s classic Carol Burnett Show, Tim will portray some of his loveable original characters, including the diminutive golf expert Dorf and ‘The Old Man,’ Oct. 21 and 22 at The Mansion Theatre.
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Having sold more than 350 million records, Johnny Mathis brings his show to the Mansion Nov. 12 and 13. Check ExploreBranson. com for other national touring acts.
Tour Table Rock Dam
Get an up-close and personal view of Table Rock Lake Dam on a guided walking tour. Go deep inside the Dam and see firsthand what it takes to operate the massive structure on the 53,700-acre Table Rock Lake. Tours are available daily.
Mini-Golf Tourney
Greatest Adventures Miniature Golf will be hosting the 14th annual U.S Open Miniature Golf Tournament, one of the most sought after tournaments on the professional mini-golf tour. Sanctioned by The United States Pro Mini-Golf Association (USPMGA), the May 13-15 tournament is attended by professionals and celebrities from around the world. A Pro-Am charity event will held on May 12th. minigolfinbranson.com
New Dewey Short Visitor’s Center to Open in 2011
By Summer of 2011, a new Dewey Short Visitor Center near Table Rock Dam, off Missouri State Highway 165, is expected to be complete. A 15,000-square-foot visitor center will feature an auditorium, gift shop and educational area for exhibits and conference rooms. The lake itself will also become part of the new exhibit experience. For up-to-the-minute calendar of events, news and special offers, visit ExploreBranson.com or call 1-877-BRANSON
BB King at Black Oak Amphitheater
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The Haygoods
In 2011 Branson celebrates more than 50 years of family fun! When the Baldknobbers Jamboree opened with the first show in Branson, and Shepherd of the Hills produced its outdoor drama, live shows in Branson have been the mainstay of a vacation to Branson. Today with more than 100 shows, Branson is truly the Live Music Show Capital of America! Shows in Branson appeal to visitors of all ages, with 50 state-of-the-art theaters ranging from intimate 50seat venues to 2,900-seat indoor theatrical mansions. Morning, afternoon and night, live shows offer a variety of entertainment options for all visitors. The wide range gives everyone something to sing about, and every one of the shows is appropriate and fun for all members of the family. There is music from nearly every era and style performed daily both by rising young entertainers and legendary stars. The wide variety of music includes pop, country, rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, patriotic, Broadway, western, Big Band, swing, Chinese, bluegrass, jazz, classical and more. Music made famous by classical composers, cowboy poets, cinematic blockbusters, ‘50s heartthrobs, ‘60s pop bands, and today’s Top 40 artists can be enjoyed from early morning until late at night in Branson. Several internationally famous performers call Branson home, as do scores of ensemble production shows featuring large casts of singers, dancers and musicians. State-of-theart productions, world-class tribute shows, and famous 10
impersonators add to an eclectic mix of entertainment. We like to say that we have “more stars per square foot than anywhere else in the universe!” Entire families of entertainers headline shows in Branson and continue a time-honored tradition pioneered by the Mabe family of the Baldknobbers and the Presley family of Presleys’ Country Jubilee. Comedians are a Branson staple, both as headliners and as specialty acts during zany variety shows. Peals of laughter can be heard throughout Branson as hilarious comedy, that the whole family can enjoy together, tickles the funny bone. 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 World-Fest, bringing in hundreds of performers from around the world. Branson is truly a melting pot of international entertainment. Morning shows are as popular as ever in Branson, as are dinner shows, so check with the theatre about meals served along with the show. From Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede to the multi-million dollar Sight and Sound Theatre with “Noah—The Musical,” several shows are presented in unique venues that add to your vacation experience. It’s easy to meet the stars in Branson and many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and (Cont.)
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Celebrating all-new family fun in 2011! March - December
Silver Dollar City, Mid-America’s Largest Theme Park features 30 thrilling rides and attractions including NEW Half Dollar Holler—A Million Dollar Area For Little Kids. Plus, 40 live shows, over 100 demonstrating craftsmen, a Culinary & Craft School, 17 home-style restaurants and NEW festival fun!
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“Mr. Christmas” Andy Williams Jeerk
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pose for pictures. Most performers live here and are often seen enjoying the shows and attractions, dining in restaurants, playing golf and fishing – just like you. The five seasons of Branson offer different opportunities for everyone to enjoy the shows year-round. At the beginning of each year you can sample new shows and make new friends. Hot Winter Fun is a great way to do this with affordable pricing and a more relaxed pace. Ozark Mountain Spring announces “It’s Showtime!” to the whole world. Student performance groups, families on spring break, adventurous travelers and returning show lovers
enjoy the debut of many new segments and production numbers. Summer Family Fun keeps the action going with magic, music, dance, exotic animals and our families entertaining your family. Fall for the Ozarks with a visit to an arts & crafts festival followed by a music show. During Ozark Mountain Christmas, most of the shows in Branson devote at least half of each performance to holiday-themed music, sets, costumes and production numbers. Some shows offer New Year’s Eve specials that come complete with hors d’ oeurves, party favors and dinner on-site or at a nearby restaurant. (Cont.) Oak Ridge Boys
A Legends in Concert Tribute to Stevie Wonder
Buckets N Boards
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“Only in America could a Japanese fiddler and a Russian comedian have theaters of their own in the Ozarks,” says the famous Russian comedian Yakov Smirnoff. “If you see five shows on each visit to Branson, you would have to come back at least 20 times to even come close to seeing all of the shows. What a country!”
Let Branson’s Families Entertain Your Family “When I started my solo career, I believe God told me to come to Branson and sing with my kids. I’m a Southern California guy, but the Ozarks is truly magical,” says Righteous Brother Bill Medley, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. For many families in Branson, show business is the family business, with several generations performing onstage together. These talented families inspire and entertain with their musical, comedic, magical and vocal talents. The shows are fine examples of incredibly talented performers who, while endowed with musical gifts, also master the art of presenting full-scale production shows complete with elaborate sets, high-tech laser light systems, costumes, props, audio-video elements and pyrotechnics.
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Students Love Shows Branson is the fastest-growing live student performance destination in the country because student groups can perform onstage at many of the shows, and attend customized educational workshops led by entertainment professionals. These educational trips include backstage tours, technical reviews for lighting and sound, seminars on the Business of Show Biz, and a myriad of other academic disciplines that help teachers meet their state accreditation standards.
Nightlife The Branson area offers an eclectic mix of nightlife with live entertainment at dance clubs, lounges and restaurants. Many of the area’s professional musicians and singers moonlight after the shows. Visitors can enjoy country, pop and blues bands, piano bars, solo artists playing acoustic guitar, line dancing and even karaoke. Most places don’t start happening until 9 or 10 p.m. and go ‘til much later.
Ernie Biggs Dueling Piano Bar at Branson Landing
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Legend of Kung Fu
Student Performance Group
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Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede
Titanic
Hollywood Wax Museum
SILVER DOLLAR CITY HAS MORE FUN IN 2011! Half Dollar Holler –Big Adventure for Little Explorers! Half Dollar Holler is an all-new super-sized play area for little explorers, with treetop funhouses and climbing nets, mini-wave swings and truckloads of sand for hands-on play. The centerpiece is a vintage classic with a new spin: Silver Dollar City’s hand-carved carousel returns in a brand new way with whimsical woodland creatures joining the fun! This million-dollar play area is designed for kids up to age 7.
SEVEN SIGNATURE EVENTS IN 2011: World-Fest (April 7 – May 8) America’s largest international festival gathers in topnotch performances from across the globe: New in 2011: Mayorov Russian State Circus showcasing acrobatic feats, barbell juggling, the famed German Wheel and more; Canadian Powerhouse headlining world-champion fiddlers and internationally-awarded step dancers; Rhythms Of Rajasthan From India; Irish Eyes Are Smiling starring Ireland’s premier harpist Dearbhail Finnegan, alongside Irish tenor Michael Londra; Slovenian Polka Party—3 Days only (May 6-8); Returning in 2011, Russian Academic Band, Trinidad’s Footprints Diego Martin & Ecuador Manta.
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tions –The National Single Mic Championship (May 21 & 22) & The Youth In Bluegrass Band Contest ( May 28 & 29); Grills filled with over 40,000 pounds of meats: Memphis dry rubs, Carolina vinegars, smoky Texas eats and sweet KC-style BBQ.
KidsFest (June 11 – July 24) The Ultimate Summer Vacation destination for families presents The Legendary Flying Wallendas, Guinness World-Record High Wire-Walkers & winners of the coveted international Silver Clown Award; Back by popular demand—Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience; Favorite Cartoon Character Meet & Greets.
Moonlight Madness (July 23 – August 7) Ride on into the night with extended time on over 30 rides and attractions; Nightly Street Dances; Science Madness with David Willey, who is a featured act on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Southern Gospel Picnic (August 25 – September 5) Hundreds of performances from nationally-acclaimed gospel acts with 2-hour Southern Gospel Nights concert series each evening; Mouthwatering picnic-style foods including the number one requested menu item—chicken: golden fried, apple-glazed and hickory smoked.
Bluegrass & BBQ (May 12 – 30)
National Harvest Festival (September 10 – October 29)
The nation’s premier bluegrass and barbecue event featuring award-winning performers and the bluegrass music scene’s biggest names; Two National Bluegrass Competi-
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Circle B Supper Show Butterfly Palace
Ride The Ducks
Wood Into Art Showcase; Birds Of Prey Show; Made In Missouri Juried Exhibit & Sale featuring Best Of Missouri Hands; Chainsaw Carvers; Returning favorite, Headin’ West, musical production voted World’s Best Overall Production.
An Old Time Christmas (November 5 – December 30) Heralded as “The Most Illuminated Park on Earth” by the Travel Channel and “One of the most sparkly, lively holiday celebrations anywhere” by Midwest Living with 4 million lights, Christmas shows, shopping and Silver Dollar City legendary holiday flair for dining fare!
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS HAS NEW THRILL RIDE! New Vigilante ZipRider The Shepherd of the Hills Vigilante ZipRider is an exciting new thrill ride launching from the open air deck of the 230foot tall Inspiration Tower. The Vigilante ZipRider whisks guests on an adrenaline pumping downhill ride over The Shepherd of the Hills’ 160-acre homestead. Guests will travel 1/2 mile at speeds reaching 50 mph. Last year, Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama and Historic Homestead celebrated 50 years of performing the action-packed, romantic story of the lives, hopes and dreams of the Ozark Mountain people from Harold Bell Wright’s number-one best seller and classic tale, “The Shepherd of the Hills.” Each evening the starlit outdoor theatre allows visitors to experience for themselves the sights and sounds, joy and sorrows that have thrilled 18
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audiences for more than five decades. At The Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead, guests enjoy historical tours, crafts displays, live music, authentic Ozark dining, special cowboy music shows and the 230-foot Inspiration Tower that offers breathtaking views of Table Rock Lake and the Ozark Mountains. White Water gets bigger and better in 2011 with an allnew tropical adventure, Aloha River at Hula Hula Bay. A whole new area becomes a setting of lush Polynesian jungles reminiscent of the South Pacific. Floating riders maneuver the calm waters through the tropical greenery and will meet with unexpected twists and turns, water features, fountains, misters, geysers and more. The river is the length of two-and-a-half football fields, the park’s longest, wettest, coolest ride yet. White Water offers more than 12 acres of thrilling tropical adventures including the 7-story Kalani Towers for speed racing excitement, the Tropical Twister, The Bermuda Triangle and more. Showboat Branson Belle launches into 2011 with ENCORE! the stage production promising an unforgettable musical journey featuring two headlining acts that are new to Branson: The only fiddling aerialist in the world, Janice Martin, brings her artistry as a world-class violinist, pianist and vocalist. A new male vocal group, The Showmen, will electrify audiences with a contrast of raw power and amazing vocal range, performing music from the ’60s to today. Returning favorite comedian/magician (Cont.)
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Christopher James, master of ceremonies, and Showboat’s signature live orchestra. There’s also a new menu as Showboat undergoes the biggest changes in her history. Tour Titanic: World’s Largest Museum Attraction and let your family navigate through twenty rooms holding 400 valuable museum artifacts and personal items, an exclusive photo collection and hands-on-activities, including touching an iceberg. Be sure and visit mascots Molly and Carter, representing the dogs on Titanic’s maiden voyage. And as you stroll through Branson, you will see an amazing collection of classic and coveted automobiles, play at an award-winning theme park, learn something new at an interactive museum attraction, navigate the lake onboard a cruise or ride the rails through the beautiful Ozark Mountains and you’ll discover endless ways to have fun. Adventurous travelers can enjoy dozens of attractions on land, the lakes and in the air. It’s “Return of the Buffaloes” at Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede with six tons of real American bison thundering through the giant arena. Featuring 32 magnificent horses, trick riders, hilarious racing pigs, plus a four-course feast. The competition gets pretty wild but all is settled “Dixie Stampede Style!” And in November and December, come Celebrate A Christmas Tradition at Dixie Stampede. Old cowboy movies and popcorn begin the Circle B Supper Show with the Horn Family. The Horn clan prepares the meal from scratch, serves everyone at their tables, brings out seconds, and then they begin the show onstage with sweet cowboy harmonies and rollicking humor. 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 theater, shops and three 35-mm movie screens. Sightseeing on the famous Hwy. 76, Table Rock Lake, Branson Landing and Lake Taneycomo is a blast for everyone in the family in a Ride The Ducks World War IIera amphibious vehicle. Duck captains offer entertaining commentary on the sights and area history. Grand Country Square is home to Splash Country, the 40,000-square-foot indoor and outdoor water park, Grand Country Music Hall live performance theater, Grand Country Buffet restaurant, indoor miniature golf, gift shops, the world’s largest banjo and more. Welk Resort now offers families a new indoor/outdoor water attraction called “The Splash-A-Torium”! Located right in the heart of the award-winning resort, The SplashA-Torium thrills the kids... and the kid in all of us! This 10,000+ square-foot water attraction is open year-round, and features an outrageous, 100-foot, indoor water slide, indoor/outdoor pool, locker rooms, and a large indoor/ outdoor hot tub. Plus, a totally awesome indoor/outdoor “Splash-Zone” where staying dry is impossible. Branson Scenic Railway takes passengers on a narrated trip from historic downtown Branson through the (Cont.) 20
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Fantastic Caverns
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The Track Family Fun Park
Shepherd of The Hills Inspiration Tower
Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark
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Silver Dollar City
rugged Ozarks into Arkansas or north to Galena, Missouri. Branson offers go-kart tracks, amusement games, indoor and outdoor themed miniature golf, bumper boats, horseback rides, amusement centers, roller-skating, Segway tours and many other indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities. In addition, Branson is home to several wineries that feature tours, presentations on the winemaking process, samples of award-winning wines, tasting and bottling experiences. Each winery is unique with its own flavor and personal service. Stone Hill Winery, Mount Pleasant Winery, Branson Ridge Winery and Lindwedel Wine Garden all look forward to showing you their Missouri vintners’ wares. Gage’s Branson Landing Marina & Shoppes features Branson Landing Cruises and excursions aboard a luxurious yacht as well as an authentic paddlewheel riverboat along the Lake Taneycomo waterfront. You can set sail on the Spirit of America catamaran on Table Rock Lake for an open-air experience. Water adventure in Branson also includes gliding over the sparkling waters of Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo with you in control! Kayak Branson across from Table Rock State Park Marina is a great place to start your getaway. You can “See It All” with Chopper Charters helicopter rides and tours departing from the Taney County Airport. For those who prefer to stay grounded, but still enjoy an eagle’s view, take a walk across Table Rock Dam or a stop at the scenic overlook on Hwy. 165 between Hwy. 76 and Hwy. 265 for excellent daytime and nighttime views of 22
Lake Taneycomo and the fish hatchery. From the neon glow of world-famous Hwy. 76 to the pristine nature of the Ozark Mountains and its three lakes, there’s a lot to see – and many exhilarating ways to experience the amazing attractions Branson offers! Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama celebrated 50 years with the addition of the Vigilante ZipRider on Inspiration Tower. Guests travel to the top of the tower where four ziplines whisk riders on an adrenaline-pumping 50-mph downhill ride over the 160-acre historic homestead. Another zipline is conveniently located in the heart of Branson, just minutes from most of the hotels, shows, and attractions. Adventure Ziplines of Branson is the latest addition to the tourism industry. Your heart will leap as you zip through the air on solid steel construction ziplines at speeds up to 50 mph with a beautiful view of this wonderful area known as the Ozarks, from an angle that usually is only seen by birds and other treetop dwellers. The Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve, just seven miles north of Branson, offers visitors of all ages authentic eco-adventures of the Ozark Mountains. The range of thrilling options includes a variety of guided canopy tours with treks across numerous zip lines, sky bridges, and platforms. Guided excursions include information about topographical, ecological and historical features. Guests can choose from four different canopy tours or take the Blue Streak Fast Line with Freefall Xpress – a thrilling zip from the top of the property back to the base with a 100-ft. freefall at the end.
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Branson Auto Museum
Veterans Memorial Museum Titanic
Ripley’s! Believe It or Not Odditorium
There are more museum options in Branson than ever before. Kids of all ages will be astounded, amused, amazed and maybe even learn something. Museums offer guided and self-guided tours, knowledgeable attendants, inexpensive audio tours, gift shops, snack bars and group admission prices. Here’s what you can expect to find:
Bonniebrook Historical Society Museum The late Rose O’Neill’s famous Ozarks home houses Kewpie dolls, illustrations and clothing. Branson’s Dinosaur Museum/Haunted House & Monster Asylum Dinosaurs invade Branson! Monsters,
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! There are interactive exhibits, odd artifacts, many items from area stars and historical figures, as well as the truly unbelievable.
Titanic: The World’s Largest Museum Attraction Walk through re-creations of first-class staterooms, thirdclass austere accommodations, and the Grand Staircase. The interactive areas allow passengers to experience the touch of an iceberg, sit in a lifeboat and feel the temperature of the icy water that fateful night. Visitors can view over 400 priceless artifacts and historic treasures and share the personal, heroic and tragic stories of its passengers.
ghouls and creepy things haunt Hwy. 76! Two attractions in one location feature more than 50 life-sized dinosaurs and cutting-edge animatronics.
Tractor Museum at College of the Ozarks See the implements that made life a little easier in the Ozarks, including tractors and other pieces of farm machinery.
Hollywood Wax Museum You’ll see 170 life-like
Veterans Memorial Museum There are more than
celebrity figures from actors to world leaders and Branson’s own version of “Mount Rushmore.”
2,000 exhibits, including the world’s largest war memorial bronze sculpture featuring 50 life-size statues storming a beach. The names of the men and women killed in action in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf and recent conflicts of the 20th Century are displayed on the museum walls.
Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks The “Smithsonian of the Ozarks” contains over three stories of large collections, including Native American and early American artifacts tracing the history of the region, the original Beverly Hillbillies car from the television show, wildlife dioramas and art galleries of area work.
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 is the toys we had and the toys we wish we’d had.
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Newcomers to Branson may be surprised to find Missouri’s oldest and most awarded winery as one of the town’s most popular attractions. With 12,000 square feet of space, Stone Hill Winery’s Branson location has been receiving and entertaining visitors since 1986. The winery, located at the junction of Highway 165 and Green Mountain Drive (just two blocks south of Hwy. 76), delights thousands of tourists daily with a free, fun-filled hour of touring. Tasting Stone Hill’s many award-winning wines completes the experience. There is a proud tradition of Missouri winemaking and the tour focuses on telling the story of the vineyards and cellars at the winery’s main headquarters in Hermann, Missouri. Guests are invited to soak in the delightful aromas of maturing sherry and watch the actual bottling process of one of Stone Hill’s famous wines. Mount Pleasant Winery, with their award-wining wines, offers another reason to learn more about oenology, the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking. Located on Green Mountain Drive, just east of Stone Hill in Branson, Mount Pleasant is more than just a terrific place to enjoy great wines. It has a wine shop, an art gallery and hands-on 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 feature the works of renowned Missouri artists — from glass artisans to 24
folk artisans to painters and sculptors. Enjoy the art while sipping your wine. Branson’s newest winery experience, Branson Ridge Winery & Marketplace, is conveniently located on the scenic promenade in the vibrant Town Square of Branson Landing. It is the perfect location for enjoying Branson Landing’s Concert Series and the spectacular fountain show on the lakefront. After you taste some of the wonderful Missouri wine, plan on relaxing for a while on the outdoor sheltered patio and enjoy fabulous fare in a casual, European-style setting at Cafe diVine. During unseasonable weather, you may choose to dine in the comfortable indoor seating with views of the barrel room. The Marketplace offers a variety of specialty foods and gifts from Europe and many other corners of the globe. You can even create your own wine label while at the winery – brand your own wine or personalize a gift for someone special! Lindwedel Wine Garden features wines produced in the state of Missouri. The Lindwedel staff wants to provide “a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy some of God’s most precious gifts, for any occasion, or none at all.” With outdoor decks and picnic areas overlooking a scenic 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. The views are absolutely spectacular, and the family and staff understand true Ozark hospitality and take great pleasure in making people feel comfortable and warmly welcomed.
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Branson Landing
Amish Country Store
Throughout the Branson/Lakes Area visitors can find outlet centers, shops and galleries focused on arts and crafts, as well boutique and specialty stores offering themed experiences for collectors, gift buyers and bargain hunters alike. These shopping destinations offer name-brand clothing, jewelry, shoes, appliances, leather goods, glassware, home decor, electronics, books, music, movies, cosmetics and more at outlet prices. You can find Alaskan and African art, ‘50s memorabilia, gourmet coffee, decorative candles, Christian books, grandfather clocks, hand-made quilts and more in Branson. Opportunities to pick up the perfect souvenir, gift, or one-of-a-kind heirloom abound in the Branson area, and some great shopping can be found at:
unlike any other in the Midwest. In addition, the new Branson Convention Center provides the Midwest’s best business gathering address with convention facilities and two full-service Hilton hotels. Branson Landing features a scenic boardwalk along the 1.5-mile Taneycomo lakefront. At the heart of the Landing is a town square large enough to accommodate 5,000 people for events and features a $7.5 million spectacular attraction that synchronizes water, light, sound and fire.
Branson Hills Clothing, jewelry, sporting goods, pet needs, Best Buy, Target, Home Depot, Kohls and Wal-Mart.
Branson’s IMAX® Entertainment Complex Quilts, fudge, clothing, jewelry, musical instruments, home décor, clocks, multiple gift shops.
Branson Landing A $420 million, 95-acre development along the Taneycomo lakefront in downtown Branson blends exciting shopping and dining, luxury lodging and condominiums, two marinas and a town square on the water’s edge to create a shopping and dining experience 26
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Factory Merchants Mall
Branson Mall Leather goods, books, hair and nail salons and Branson’s original Wal-Mart store. Branson Mill Craft Village 150 craft exhibits, working craftsmen, and the home of Mountain Mama’s General Store and the Amish Country Store can be found nearby. Coffelt Country Crossroads Home décor, dolls, quilts, antiques, jewelry, soap and souvenirs.
College of the Ozarks Homemade fruitcakes, jams, jellies, dry goods, nursery plants, pottery, hand-made woven items, stained glass, mill products.
Factory Merchants Branson’s red roof outlet center with name-brand stores offering discount prices. Grand Country Square Unusual and hard-to-find gift items, fudge, clothing and home decor. Grand Village 26 unique specialty shops: Kringles Christmas Store, Mulberry Mill, Peter Engler Designs, Thomas Kinkade, Grand Glitz, Mel’s Hard Luck Diner and more.
Grand Village
National brand retail stores are mixed with galleries and specialty shops, Bass Pro Shops, complete with an operating marina and lakefront restaurant, along with nationally acclaimed Belk department store anchor the north and south ends. Branson Landing offers waterfront dining. Nightlife on Branson Landing is eclectic, from dueling pianos to a quiet ambiance for a romantic getaway.
Historic Downtown Branson Art, antiques, floral décor, clothing, musical instruments, leather, jewelry, quilts, gourmet coffee and bakery items plus more. See page 42. Shoppes at Branson Meadows Outlets and specialty stores in a quaint village setting.
Tanger Outlet Center More than 65 brand-name outlets for bargain hunting in the heart of Branson.
Dick’s 5 & 10 in Historic Downtown Branson
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Artist Rick Braun of Wood Merchant crafts rustic furniture near Lampe, MO
Tracy Adams of Potternot Pottery at Grand Village
Branson’s artistic side also includes paintings, sculptures and other art forms. Visitors can see many of these displays throughout the area. Yakov Smirnoff, the famous Russian comedian, displays his own personal oil paintings in his theater lobby, many expressing images of freedom. His “America’s Heart” painting was displayed as a mural in New York City at Ground Zero after 9/11 and portions of that mural are on display throughout the theater. Andy Williams has a passion for collecting art. The lobby of his Moon River Theatre features sculptures by Henry Moore, Willem de Kooning and Jacques Lipschitz along with an impressive collection of Navajo blankets. The lobby also features a Who’s Who of ‘60s and ‘70s television history in more than 70 photos taken on the set of The Andy Williams Show. Large paintings by Robert Motherwell, Jack Bush, Michael Goldberg and Dan Christianson hang inside the theatre, as well as a collection of 13 antique wedding kimonos from Japan. Andy’s Moon River Grill across the street also features many paintings from his collection. Mansion America’s life-size bronze equine sculptures on the theater lawn are a majestic sight. Created by sculptor Veryl Goodnight, these three running Arabians represent indomitable spirit. Just north 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 28
Bob Hope and The Children of the Ozarks. Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Museum houses “American Highrise,” a mural by local artist and entertainer Richard D. Clark. The work took more than 10 years to complete, and Clark used well over 3,000 pens. Comfort Inn & Suites on Gretna Road features “Even Odds,” a bronze life-size eagle engrossed in a duel with a rattlesnake, by sculptor Kent L. Gordon. The centerpiece at Ozark Mountain Bank, in historic downtown Branson, is “Flight,” an impressive sculpture portraying four geese in take-off by artist Gary Price. Reflections at The Grand Village is painter Thomas Kinkade’s exclusive signature store where visitors can go to admire and purchase his work. The Grand Village also features woodcarvings by Branson artisan Peter Engler. Inside Branson City Hall, Townsend Godsey’s vintage photographs hang. “These Were The Last,” depicting life in the Ozarks in the 1930s and early ‘40s, and “Stewards of Freedom,” a gold-laden eagle sculpture presented to the city by the National Flag Foundation in 1999. At the Downtown Branson Main Street Association office is a collection of photographs, memorabilia and other historic treasures which have been collected as the first installments of the Branson History Museum project. There is an eclectic collection of local artists represented in the decor at Rocky’s, a favorite downtown restaurant. And don’t miss local artists in their galleries: Tim Cherry, Tom Crain and Mitch Yung.
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Glassblower Todd Nelson at Silver Dollar City
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 national Survey of Public Sculpture. Edwards Art Gallery and Boger Art Gallery, both located at College of the Ozarks, house dozens of impressive paintings. Edwards Art Gallery, part of the Ralph Foster Museum, displays the work of famous 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. Steve Miller’s murals in the College of the Ozarks Library are well worth seeing. The Veterans Memorial Museum is home to the world’s largest war memorial bronze sculpture. It is 70 feet long, weighs 15 tons and portrays the likenesses of 50 actual combat soldiers, representing each state, by sculptor Fred Hoppe, Jr. The museum also features a variety of other sculptures and paintings, including “Red-Tails Strike Again” by artist Mike Hagel. Just north of Branson is Bonniebrook, home of famous artist, illustrator, sculptor, writer and creator of the Kewpie Doll, the late Rose O’Neill. On the grounds are two of O’Neill’s imaginative Sweet Monster sculptures, “Embrace of the Tree” and “The Fauness.” The Kewpie Museum houses O’Neill’s original works. The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, features thousands of works of art, in diverse mediums, dating
from as early as the ninth century in its Sacred Arts Center. The Christ-only art gallery has dozens of renditions of our Savior’s life on earth. It is the site of the largest Christ memorial statue in the United States, the Christ of the Ozarks, which stands over 66 feet tall and overlooks the quaint Ozarks town. Much of the history of the Ozarks can be traced through the crafts of local residents. For generations, residents of the Ozark Mountains made what they needed to survive in the hills. This included quilts, pottery, baskets, glassware, wrought iron and more. Today, craftsmanship is an integral part of the area’s culture and is celebrated with festivals, events and permanent exhibitions. Plumb Nellie Days are held downtown each spring, showcases arts & crafts created by area residents. At Silver Dollar City theme park, visitors can watch craftsmen demonstrate the arts of basket weaving, glass blowing, ironworking and woodcarving, among others. Each fall at Silver Dollar City, the National Harvest Festival brings in dozens of additional artists and craftsmen to demonstrate their skills. Guests can purchase one-of-a-kind heirloomquality items made by the artisans. Old-time crafts can also be seen at the Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead where turn-of-the-century works of traditional art are on display daily. The new Branson Mill Craft Village features the work of more than 100 artisans, many of them working on site to showcase their wood, textile, glass and leather art and crafts. Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON
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Geocaching
Hiking
Dogwood Canyon
Within minutes of the bright lights of Branson, outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking, biking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, trout and bass fishing, hunting, trap and skeet shooting, spelunking, rock climbing and recreational and competitive sporting activities. Area public parks, beaches, resorts, campgrounds, 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, wildlife, wilderness and park areas available to visitors. Included in the Branson area on Hwy. 76 W, guests can hike the trail at the 1,574-acre Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area. 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 guests a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities in and around the nearby towns of Kimberling City and Forsyth.
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 Branson/Lakes Area. 30
Big Cedar Lodge
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 or by Native Americans and early settlers have kept them relatively clear of trees.
Bald Knobbers The area’s balds served as important meeting spots for the 1880’s vigilante justice gangs that organized in Taney County after many years of lawlessness following the Civil War. 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 tactics. You can still see “Baldknobbers” in Branson, the musical instrument-toting kind, at the Baldknobbers’ Jamboree show and as characters in the Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama, both of which are well past their 50th year of bringing music and entertainment to Branson audiences. (Cont.)
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Snorkeling
Spelunking Ziplining
Dogwood Canyon Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is a privately-owned 2,200-acre park located southwest of Branson on Hwy. 86. Dogwood Canyon offers beautiful natural rock bluffs, tree-lined fields, dozens of waterfalls, crystal-clear streams teeming with brown and rainbow trout, log cabin lodging, on-site dining and shopping, as well as activities for everyone from the casual observer to the seasoned adventurer. You can enjoy miles of paved walking, biking and hiking trails, horseback riding, guided tram and jeep tours, trout fishing, kayaking and more with paid admission to the park. Guests can see bison, longhorns and elk on the guided tram tours. Dogwood Canyon offers fishing guide service and Orvis fly fishing schools by appointment, and will even arrange a mock city-slicker “cattle drive,” complete with horses, cattle, gear, and chuckwagon-style meals, for groups.
Geocaching Geocaching, the high-tech scavenger hunt game, has dozens of caches (or treasure locations) in the Branson/ Lakes Area. Players can log on to a number of websites to get a list of waypoints, or latitudinal and longitudinal coordinates, representing cache locations in the Branson/ Lakes Area such as geocaching.com. Soft-adventurers who enjoy combining outdoor rec32
creation with the use of sophisticated global positioning technology (GPS) have made this high-tech game easy to play and popular around the globe. Using a GPS device, players determine their relative location to a desired cache and travel in the appropriate direction until reaching it. Once there, they may find a notable landmark, a container, a logbook or small gifts left by previous players. Protocol requires players to leave something in kind at each cache they find. Websites such as www.geocaching.com have areas for players to post messages about caches they have both found and established. To learn more about geocaching in the Branson/Lakes area, call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber (N 360 39.561 W093 13.522) at (800) 214-3661 or the Indian Point Chamber (N 360 39.454 W0930 20.206) at (800) 888-3313.
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 8-foot wide paved trail is open from dawn to dusk and can accommodate foot traffic, motorized wheelchairs, bicycles, skateboards and scooters. The Ozark Mountain Nature Trail Association hopes eventually to extend the trail into a 12-mile hiking/ biking trail reaching from the Taneycomo lakefront in Historic Downtown Branson to the town of Reeds Spring.
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Ozark Mountain Wildlife It’s not uncommon to see several species of wildlife within the city limits of Branson. If you visit one of the area’s lakes, rivers, parks or campgrounds you may see any number of the following types of Ozark Mountain area wildlife: deer, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, wild turkeys, great horned owls, great blue herons, tarantulas, pileated woodpeckers, quail, songbirds, red fox, squirrels, otters, beavers, minks, armadillos, opossums, roadrunners, coachwhip snakes, copperhead snakes, garter snakes, skinks, eastern collared lizards and box turtles.
Quick Facts • 100+ miles of ATV trails, several equestrian trails, hiking trails and rental facilities • 300+ miles of canoe/kayak accessible rivers, streams and creeks
Kayaking on Table Rock Lake
Visit ExploreBranson.com or call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB at (800) 214-3661 to receive a free outdoor activity guide containing a wealth of information on water sports, fishing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking & backpacking, camping, resorts, scenic drives, public and private parks and wilderness areas, sporting events, shooting facilities, wildlife and maps.
Last year’s K-Swiss IRONMAN 70.3 competition brought 1,350 participants to Branson from 40 states and countries including England, France, Brazil, Austria, Canada and Australia. The event won such rave reviews from the athletes that Sept. 18, 2011 has been set for the next Ironman. The triathlon will begin with a 1.2 mile swim at Moonshine Beach on Table Rock Lake. Athletes will transition from swim to bike at Moonshine Beach. The 56-mile bike route will travel through the Ozark Mountains via the scenic High Road (Highway 465) and end at Branson Landing. Athletes will transition from bike to run in the parking lot located on the north end of Branson Landing. The spectator-friendly run course will travel south through Branson Landing, the City Campground and neighborhoods along Lake Taneycomo. The K-Swiss Ironman Branson 70.3 is one of 40 international qualifying races for the World Triathlon Championships. For up-todate race information visit IronmanBranson.com.
Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve
Fishing on Table Rock Lake
Ironman Branson 70.3
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LedgeStone Country Club
Payne Stewart Golf Club
Some of the Best Golf in the Midwest! Branson, Missouri is quickly becoming one of the most popular golf destinations in the United States. There are now more than a dozen courses for golfers of every caliber, and there’s not a better way to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Ozark Mountains. And these wonderful golf courses are all within “driving range” of Branson’s shows. One of the newest courses, designed by Bobby Clampett, The Payne Stewart Golf Club is an 18-hole course named for the late, great golf pro Payne Stewart. He was from Springfield, Missouri, and the course honors his character with plaques at every hole. Branson Creek was named a “Top 100 in America” by Golf Digest, this 18-hole championship course has been described as “playing two different courses” because of the elevation difference; the front nine plays the valley, the back nine plays the ridge. Many courses stay open year-round with reduced rates (November through March) and discounts for afternoon play during hot weather, for multiple players and in combination with lodging packages. Most of these courses can accommodate tournaments and corporate special events, and offer private instructions by appointment. Ladies love golfing in Branson, too. Several of the courses are shorter, and many are designed for all skill levels, including forward tees, greens with open fronts, few forced carries and multiple tee boxes. The Branson Area Golf 34
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Council is a great source of information about the area’s courses. Visit www.golfbranson.com. With an outstanding list of honors and awards to their credit by Golf Digest, Golf Week, and Travel and Leisure Golf magazine among others, the Branson area’s thirteen courses are among the Midwest’s finest. Integrating inspired course designs by Tom Fazio and Jack Nicklaus with rugged Ozark Mountain topography, these courses offer scenic and challenging play for beginners and avid golfers alike. Players can expect to find lush Bermuda and Zoysia fairways and tees, bent grass greens, plenty of waterfalls, lakes, creeks and bunker features, and a variety of open and tree-lined fairways. Additional golf courses in the area include: Kimberling Golf Course: Kimberling City 417-739-4370 • Kings River Golf Course: Shell Knob 417-858-6330 Oak Tree Golf Club: Forsyth 417-5465454 • Don Gardner Par 3 Golf Course: Branson 417-337-8510
“Courses such as Branson Creek, which is considered the finest in Missouri, the Payne Stewart Golf Club, which is not only a great test of the game but also a lively testament to the legacy of the late PGA Tour star, and other destination courses such as LedgeStone and Murder Rock are among the highlights.” – Cybergolf.com
Branson Creek Golf Club
John Daly’s Murder Rock Golf & Country Club
18 Holes
Par
Course Type
Golf Pro
Tee Time Policy
Rental Equipment
Restaurant, Snack Bar or Clubhouse
Driving Range
Dress Code/ Spike Policy
Branson Creek Golf Club 417-339-4653
71
Daily Fee
Mark Ophoven
Up to 30 days in advance
Clubs/Shoes
Yes
Yes
Golf attire, non-metal spikes
Holiday Hills Resort & Golf Club 417-334-4838
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Resort/ Public
Lance Munden
Up to 30 days in advance
Clubs
Yes
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Golf attire, non-metal spikes
LedgeStone Country Club 417-335-8187
71
Private/ Resort
Bill Hasler
Call in advance
Clubs
Yes
Yes
Golf attire, no blue jeans, non-metal spikes
Murder Rock Golf & Country Club 417-332-3259
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SemiPrivate
Chris Meade
Up to 30 days in advance
Clubs
Yes
Yes
Golf attire, non-metal spikes
Payne Stewart Golf Club 417-332-3453
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SemiPrivate/ Resort
T.J. Baggett
Call
Clubs
Yes
Yes
Golf attire, non-metal spikes
Resort/ Public
Jeff Walster
Up to one month in advance
Clubs
Yes
_
Golf attire, non-metal spikes
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Resort/ Public
Dan Davis
Up to 60 days in advance
Clubs
Yes
_
Golf attire Non-metal spikes
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Resort/ Public
Brenndan Cooper
Reservations recommended
Pull Carts/ Clubs
Yes
Yes
No cut-offs, tank tops, soft spikes
Pointe Royale Golf Course 417-334-4477 Thousand Hills Golf Club 417-334-4553
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9 Holes Top of the Rock Golf Course 417-335-2777
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Trout Fishing on Lake Taneycomo
Jet skiing
Swimming in Bull Shoals Lake
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 docks/launch areas. Several commercial docks offer fishing guide services and a wide range of boat rentals including ski boats, pontoon boats, bass boats and wave runners. Many of the resorts on the three lakes offer guide service, rental boats and private dock facilities for visitors’ boats as well. For information about dinner and sightseeing cruises, and other attractions on the lakes, visit www.ExploreBranson.com.
Table Rock Lake Accessible from multiple public and privately-owned locations just minutes to the 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 a high priority on preserving the scenic beauty of the natural shoreline, bluffs, forests and wildlife.
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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 lake bottom. For a seasonal fishing guide to Table Rock Lake, see page 40. Many area resorts and marinas can hook you up with an experienced fishing guide, and there are dozens of regional and local tournaments held on Table Rock Lake each year.
Table Rock Lake • 43,000 to 52,300* acres of surface area (* depending on the water level) • 857 miles of shoreline • Table Rock Dam and Powerhouse completed in 1959 • The dam is 6,423 feet long and 252 feet high.
For more information: Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB (417) 334-4084 or (800) 214-3661 www.explorebranson.com Indian Point Chamber of Commerce (417) 338-2772 or (800) 888-3313 www.indianpointchamber.com
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Table Rock Lake
Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce (417) 739-2564 or (800) 554-4444 www.tablerocklake.org. Table Rock State Park (417) 334-4704 www.mostateparks.com/tablerock.htm.
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. It was originally a section of the White River, and although Taneycomo is now technically a lake, it 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 Taneycomo a world-class trout fishery. Resorts and full-service public marinas offer canoeing, kayaking, fishing boats, motors, 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 from a dock will yield a nice stringer of trout. Lower Lake Taneycomo harbors a well-kept 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 • 2,000+ acres of surface area • 40+ miles of shoreline • 58 degrees - average water temperature • 750,000 + rainbow and brown trout stocked annually
“Lake Taneycomo is one of the best, if not the very best, tailwater trout fisheries in the United States.” – Phil Lilley, Owner, Lilley’s Landing Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON
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Fishing Licenses Fishing Licenses are required to fish in the State of Missouri and the fees are as follows: Residents under 16 and over 65 are not required to have a basic fishing license. Daily fishing permits (24-hour permit) are $7 or a Resident Fishing permit is $12. Military serving in the armed forces of the United States, and all members of the United States armed forces and their immediate families stationed and residing in Missouri, may receive resident permit privileges. Non-Resident State of Missouri Fishing Permits cost $42. More information may be found at mdc.mo.gov Be sure to check Missouri’s trout fishing permit requirements from the Department of Conservation by calling (417) 895-6880 or visiting its website at 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. Many area merchants offer fishing licenses and trout permits.
For more information: Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery – The largest troutrearing facility in Missouri produces more than 80 percent of the fish released into Lake Taneycomo. More than 250,000 people visit each year. Call (417) 334-4865 Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB (417) 334-4084 or (800) 214-3661 www.explorebranson.com Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce (417) 561-4280 • rockawaybeachchamber.com Forsyth Chamber of Commerce (417) 546-2741 • forsyth-mo.com
of quaint fishing lodges that offer privacy and a chance to explore 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. 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 be found in Bull Shoals.
Bull Shoals Lake • 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 feet long and 256 feet high
NOTE: Missouri Boating License All persons born after January 1, 1984, who operate any vessel on the lakes of the state of Missouri must have on board his/her boating safety identification card issued by the Missouri State Water Patrol (MSWP). The card is obtained by successfully completing a boating safety course approved by the MSWP. Non-residents may obtain a 30-day non-renewable temporary permit for the purpose of renting a vessel (in lieu of the boating safety identification card requirement above) by passing an examination approved by the MSWP. Missouri State Water Patrol P.O. Box 1368 Jefferson City, MO 65102-1368 • 573-751-3333 mswp.dps.mo.gov
Hollister Chamber of Commerce (417) 334-3050 • hollisterchamber.net Indian Point Chamber of Commerce (800) 888-3313 • indianpointchamber.com
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 approximately seven miles north of Cotter, Arkansas. The lake’s shoreline has gone relatively undeveloped and features steep bluffs and rock ledges. The lake has many areas within 20 feet of the shoreline measuring 50 feet deep or more. Its crystal clear water makes the lake an ideal spot for scuba divers and swimmers. Light tackle and light line are the best choice for anglers. Bull Shoals also provides a variety of public access points and a selection 38
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Indian Point, the largest resort area on Table Rock Lake, is just four miles west of the Branson strip.When you stay here you’ll have Silver Dollar City theme park next door plus Branson shows, attractions, outlet centers, golf and more nearby. Resorts, campgrounds, marinas, cruises, restaurants and stores are all here. This lakeside vacation spot is the perfect place to relax. Indian Point accommodations are ready to serve up a heapin’helpin’of Ozarks hospitality! From lakefront/lakeview motels and bed ‘n breakfasts to condos, cabins and cottages, you’ll be perfectly comfortable at Indian Point. There are campgrounds with full hook-up RV sites, campsites, camping cabins or rental RV’s and full-service marinas offering boat slips, dive and ski shops as well as boat rentals. Whether you’re looking for economy or luxury, rustic beauty or
contemporary styling, cozy comfort or extra spacious, it’s all at beautiful Indian Point on Table Rock Lake. Many accommodations include kitchens offering the convenience and savings of preparing some of your own meals or serving beverages and snacks. Many also have patios, decks or balconies with barbecues for family cookouts.Whether it’s just the two of you, or you’re together with friends or the entire family, you’ll find the right combination of space, amenities and privacy at Indian Point. Indian Point is an ideal vacation setting along the lake, among the forested mountains and abundant wildlife.This lakeside retreat, surrounded by natural beauty, is as relaxing as it is fun! You’ll find friendly, helpful people offering service with a smile and eager for you to be their guests!
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Historic Downtown Branson is located just east of US 65 along the shores of Lake Taneycomo. This is where Branson got its start around 1888 and the city was incorporated in 1912. Fires and floods couldn’t stop the fledgling community from growing and developing along the banks of the White River. The community was rebuilt more than once to provide for the needs of the area and its citizens. Today, Historic Downtown Branson is reminiscent of a century-old village with its preserved and restored building facades, tree-lined brick sidewalks and Victorian lamp posts with hanging floral baskets. The sidewalks feature memorial markers that bear testimony to some of the city’s favorite citizens. A magnificent mural recreates the buildings which once stood along Commercial Street. The Historic Owen Theatre has been recently renovated to welcome new acts and entertainers once again. A variety of affordable shops and stores, free trolley rides throughout the historic downtown with the flavor of an old-time Main Street, a mid-20th century train and depot, vintage horse-drawn carriages, live entertainment, Ozarks music, choices of restaurants ranging from Level 2 steakhouse at the Hilton Convention Center Hotel, Dino’s 24 Karrot Cake Cafe, the elegant Bleu Olive to the Farmhouse restaurant. Fudge, homemade candy, snacks and more are all within easy walking distance. The 1906 restored railroad 42
depot is now home to Branson Scenic Railway, which offers rides through the countryside in authentic 1950’s luxury passenger cars. Visitors from near and far will find a unique shopping opportunity in Historic Downtown Branson’s 80 retail establishments. A Historic Downtown Branson landmark celebrating 50 years in 2011, and still family-owned and operated, Dick’s 5 & 10 is a one-of-a-kind retail store that offers hours of shopping and browsing entertainment for all ages. (Cont.)
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A trip to Dick’s is a shopping experience that is different from any other with over 50,000 select items and several unique collections to see. Lake Taneycomo forms the eastern and southern borders of the downtown district. Its cold waters were created with the coming of Table Rock Dam more than 50 years ago and it provides a perfect environment for rainbow and brown trout. A marina near the lakefront campground serves trout anglers and recreational boaters all year ’round. Lake Taneycomo is a premier fishing locale that offers visitors the opportunity to spend a relaxing day sightseeing or fishing on the water. Downtown Branson is rich in lore with 19 historic sites. Guided historic walking tours are available by appointment, or you may take the tour on your own with a map provided by the Downtown Branson Main Street Association at 119 W. Pacific Street. A self-guided tour map is also available by calling 417-334-1548 or visiting DowntownBranson.org. Historic Downtown Branson is also home to the new Branson Convention Center and the Hilton Convention Center Hotel. The Convention Center offers a wide variety of conference and meeting rooms for groups and conventions and exhibit areas, and it directly adjoins the Hilton Convention Center Hotel. For more information, visit BransonConvention.com. Complementing Historic Downtown Branson is Branson Landing. Shopping, restaurants, lodging, on-the-water attractions and soft adventure excursions are available in an upscale, open-air, urban lifestyle center stretching for a mile along Lake Taneycomo. Branson Landing offers many opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment centered around the spectacular water and fire fountain set to music and the Hilton Promenade, a boutique hotel.
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January/February
Masters Trout Championship
5th Annual Titanic Irish Celebration
Saturday, Jan. 29 Web: www.lilleyslanding.com/news/2011winter-trout-tournaments Location: Lilleys’ Landing Resort and Marina on Lake Taneycomo Phone: 888-545-5397
Mar. 1 - Mar. 31 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction
White Flight at the Butterfly Palace
Sweetheart Month at Titanic
Nov. 1 - Jan. 15 Web: www.thebutterflypalace.com Location: The Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure Phone: 417-332-2231
Feb. 1 - Feb. 28 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
15th Annual Branson Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show Mar. 4 - Mar. 6 Web: www.bransonhomeshow.com Location: Branson Convention Center Phone: 417-239-1042
Celebration of Tastes Branson Area Festival of Lights Nov. 1 - Jan. 2 Web: www.explorebranson.com/christmas/ bafol.php Location: 700 Expressway Lane Branson, MO 65616 Phone: 877-272-6766
Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights Nov. 1 - Jan. 2 Web: www.theshepherdofthehills.com Location: The Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Phone: 417-334-4191
Guy Penrod & Family Dec. 31 - Jan. 1 Web: www.musiccitycentre.com/guypenrod.html Location: Music City Centre Theatre
Feb. 4 - Feb. 5 Web: www.big-cedar.com Location: Worman House, Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 417-339-5214
17th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show Monday, Feb. 7 Email: Info@ShowsInBranson.com Location: Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre Phone: 417-339-3003
2011 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Saturday, Feb. 12 Web: www.somo.org/bransonplunge Location: Table Rock Lake Phone: 417.624.5505
Valentine’s Day Celebration Titanic’s Fifth Annual Professional Ice Carving Event Saturday, Jan. 15 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Branson Phone: 800-381-7670
5th Annual Titanic Chainsaw Ice Sculptors Challenge Saturday, Jan. 15 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic
Vietnam Peace Accord Candlelight Ceremony Friday, Jan. 28 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
Monday, Feb. 14 Web: www.big-cedar.com Location: Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 1-800-BCLODGE
Big Cedar Food Fight Saturday, Feb. 19 Web: www.bigcedarlodge.com Location: Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 417-335-2777
Team Trout Championship Saturday, Feb. 26 Web: www.lilleyslanding.com/news/2011winter-trout-tournaments Location: Lilleys’ Landing Resort and Marina on Lake Taneycomo Phone: 888-545-5397
March/April/May Celebration of Tastes Mar. 4 - Mar. 5 Web: www.big-cedar.com Location: Worman House, Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 417-339-5214
NAIA Division II Men’s Basketball Tournament Mar. 9 - Mar. 15 Web: www.cofo.edu Location: Keeter Gymnasium at College of the Ozarks Phone: 417-334-6411
Rachel Wilson’s Fanciful, Life-Sized Hedgewood Sculptures on Exhibit Mar. 18 - Apr. 10 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction
Hollister Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, Apr. 2 Web: www.hollisterchamber.net Location: Hollister High School Football Field Phone: 417-334-3050
World-Fest Apr. 7 - May. 8 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
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Branson Car Auction
FLW Bass Fishing Tournament
Apr. 8 - Apr. 9 Web: www.bransonauction.com Location: Branson Convention Center Phone: 800-335-3063
May 4 - May 9 Location: State Park Marina, Table Rock Lake
British Motoring Club’s Classic Car Show Saturday, Apr. 9 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction
HAM Radio Operators Titanic Tribute Apr. 9 - Apr. 10 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
Persian Gulf War Ceasefire Prayer Breakfast Monday, Apr. 11 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
Kewpiesta 2011: “Kewpie Goes to School” Apr. 13 - Apr. 17 Web: www.IROCF.org Location: Ramada Inn Conference Center Phone: 417-561-1509
ESPN Bassmaster Open Series Apr. 27 - Apr. 30 Location: State Park Marina, Table Rock Lake
Hollister Hat-titude Ball Saturday, Apr. 30 Web: www.hollisterchamber.net Location: Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks
Girl Scout Weekend Apr. 30 - May 1 Web: www.silverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City
4th Annual MOPARS in May May 6 - May 7 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Bluegrass & BBQ May 12 - May 30 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
U.S. Open Miniature Golf Tournament May 12 – 15 Web: minigolfinbranson.com Location: Greatest Adventures Miniature Golf Phone: 417-332-0888
Branson Doesn’t Forget Armed Forces Day Saturday, May 14 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
Branson Motorcycle Rally May 19 - May 22 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Plumb Nellie Days May 20 - May 22 Web: www.downtownbranson.org Location: Historic Downtown Branson Phone: 888-322-2786
Jun. 5 - Jun. 10 Web: www.woodcarvingrendezvous.com Location: Compton Ridge Campground
Second Annual Branson Mustang Rally Jun. 8 - Jun. 12 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Veterans Celebration Jun. 9 - Jun. 11 Web: www.bransonveteranevents.com Phone: 417-230-2278
Branson Z Fest Jun. 10 - Jun. 12 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Green County Classic Mustang Show
Memorial Day Remembrances Monday, May 30 Location: Citywide
National KidsFest
Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale Monday, May 30 Location: Tanger Outlet Mall
Sunday, May 1 Web: www.hollisterchamber.net Location: Historic Downtown Hollister Phone: 417-334-3050
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27th Annual Spring Woodcarving Rendezvous Seminar
Jun. 10 - Jun. 12 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Hollister Founders Day Parade
May 1 - Jun. 30 Web: www.roseoneill.org Location: Bonniebrook
Summer Family Fun June/July/August
World-Fest
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Jun. 11 - Jul. 24 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
Flag Day Tuesday, Jun. 14 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
Rod and Relics Rod Run Jun. 17 - Jun. 19 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Ramada Inn, Area 57
Father’s Day Bass Pro Boat Show Jun. 18 - Jun. 19 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction
Shepherd of the Hills Fireworks Celebration Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.theshepherdofthehills.com Location: Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Phone: 417-334-4191
Spirit of 76 Independence Day Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.bransonveterans.com Location: Branson Landing Phone: 417-337-8387
Southern Gospel Picnic Aug. 25 - Sep. 5 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
23rd Annual Downtown Branson Fiddle Festival & Mid-American Fiddlers Championship Aug. 26 - Aug. 28 Location: Branson Landing, Historic Downtown Branson
Patriotic Picnic and Fireworks Professional Anglers Assoc. Tourney Jun. 23 - Jun. 25 Web: www.fishpaa.com Location: State Park Marina Phone: 812-219-5681
Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.BigCedar.com Location: Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 417-335-2777
Cape Fair Fireworks Display Chevy Show Jun. 24 - Jun. 27 Web: www.area57events.com Location: Dick Clark’s Area 57 Phone: (877) 588-1957
Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.capefairchamber.com Location: Cape Fair Marina Phone: 417-538-2222
End of WWII Remembrance 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Korean War Armistice Day Memorial Saturday, Jun. 25 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.rockawaybeachchamber.com Location: Rockaway Beach Park Phone: 417-561-4280
Honor America Celebration Sunday, Jun. 26 Web: www.cofo.edu Location: College of the Ozarks Phone: 417-690-2212
35th Annual Fire & Thunder Fireworks Display
Night Water
Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.shellknob.com Location: Shell Knob (1 mile S. of Bridge) Phone: 417-858-3300
Jul. 1 - Sep. 3 Web: whitewater.silverdollarcity.com Location: White Water
58th Annual Hollister 4th of July Celebration
Artist Rachel Wilson’s Amazing Hedgewood Sculptures Jul. 1 - Jul. 31 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic
26th Annual Fireburst Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.visittablerocklake.com Location: Kimberling City Phone: 417-739-2564
Fall for the Ozarks September/October
Monday, Jul. 4 Web: www.hollisterchamber.net Location: Historic Downtown Hollister Phone: 417-334-3050
Friday, Sep. 2 Web: www.bransonveterans.com Location: Veterans Memorial Museum
Labor Day Sales Monday, Sep. 5 Location: Tanger Outlet Mall
Shepherd of the Hills Fall Festival Sep. 6 - Oct. 22 Location: Shepherd of the Hills Homestead
Church Youth Nights, Midweek Congregations Sep. 6 - Sep. 8 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
National Harvest Festival Shepherd Super Summer Cruise Aug. 11 - Aug. 13 Web: www.oldmatt.com Location: Shepherd of the Hills Homestead
Sep. 10 - Oct. 29 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
Guns & Hoses
9/11 Branson Remembers
Saturday, Aug. 20 Web: www.lilleyslanding.com Location: Lilley’s Landing Resort & Marina Phone: 888-545-5397
Sunday, Sep. 11 Web: www.bransonveterans.com
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Church Youth Nights, Midweek Congregations
Thanksgiving Brunch Thursday, Nov. 24 Web: www.keetercenter.edu Location: Keeter Center, College of the Ozarks Phone: 417-239-1900
Sep. 13 - Sep. 15 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
38th Annual Autumn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival Sep. 15 - Sep. 18 Web: www.downtownbranson.org Location: Historic Downtown Branson Phone: 866-523-1190
K-Swiss Ironman 70.3 Branson Triathlon Sunday, Sep. 18 Web: www.ironmanbranson.com Location: Throughout Branson
13th Annual Hollister Grape & Fall Festival Saturday, Sep. 24 Web: www.HollisterChamber.net Location: Downing Street, Historic Downtown Hollister Phone: 417-334-3050
2nd Annual Titanic Firehouse & Charity Chili Cookoff Saturday, Oct. 15 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
Big Cedar Paint Out & Oil Painting Workshop Oct. 17 - Oct. 22 Web: www.big-cedar.com Location: Big Cedar Lodge Phone: 1-800-BCLODGE
Branson Landing’s 5th Annual Safe Street Trick or Treat Monday, Oct. 31 Web: www.bransonlanding.com Location: Branson Landing Phone: 417-239-3002
Trick-Or-Treat Off The Street Monday, Oct. 31 Web: http://www.BransonOutlets.com Location: Factory Merchants Branson Phone: 417-335-6686
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November/December Titanic Christmas and Winter Celebration Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Branson Phone: 800-381-7670
Thanksgiving Day Brunch Thursday, Nov. 24 Web: www.chateauonthelake.com Location: Chateau on the Lake Resort
Santa and Two Live Reindeer Nov. 25 - Nov. 26 Web: http://www.titanicbranson.com/ Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
Santa and Two Live Reindeer Branson Area Festival of Lights Drive-Through Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Web: www.explorebranson.com/christmas/ bafol.php Location: 700 Expressway Lane Branson, MO 65616 Phone: 877-272-6766
Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Web: theshepherdofthehills.com Location: The Shepherd of the Hills Homestead Phone: 417-334-4191
Veterans Homecoming Week Nov. 5 - Nov. 11 Web: www.explorebranson.com/veterans Location: Throughout Branson
An Old Time Christmas Nov. 5 - Dec. 30 Web: festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com Location: Silver Dollar City Phone: 1-800-475-9370
236th Marine Corps Birthday Ball Thursday, Nov. 10 Location: TBA
78th Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony Friday, Nov. 11 Web: www.bransonveterans.com Location: Historic Downtown Branson Phone: 417-334-2296
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Dec. 2 - Dec. 3 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
63rd Annual Adoration Parade and Lighting Ceremony Sunday, Dec. 4 Web: www.downtownbranson.org Location: Historic Downtown Branson
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Wednesday, Dec. 7 Web: www.bransonveterans.com Location: Branson Landing Fountains
Santa and Two Live Reindeer Dec. 9 - Dec. 10 Web: www.titanicbranson.com Location: Titanic Museum Attraction Phone: 800-381-7670
Santa Train Sunday, Dec. 11 Web: www.hollisterchamber.net Location: Hollister Train Depot Phone: 417-334-3050
Military Reunion
Family Reunion
Corporate Travel Group
The perfect destination for any type of group, meeting, conference or convention is Branson, Missouri. The new Branson Airport makes it easy for groups to travel via air, and the more than $200 million spent on new roads and highways makes motorcoach and automobile travel easier. Branson has consistently been voted a top motor coach destination by the American Bus Association (ABA) and by the National Tour Association (NTA). Bank Travel magazine has listed Branson as the top U.S. destination for bank travel clubs, and Leisure Group Travel named Branson one of the top three U.S. destinations. Branson area shows, attractions, lodging properties, restaurants, shops and travel packagers welcome groups and work hard to accommodate their special needs. The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is experienced at working with group travel and meeting planners, and has a wealth of information available to help group travel professionals and planners to familiarize themselves with Branson. You may call (800) 214-3661 during regular business hours to speak with a Convention & Visitors Bureau Group Sales professional or email groups@ bransoncvb.com. Just ask for a copy of the following resource guides: • Group Tour Planner • Travel Agent Resource Guide • Meeting & Convention Planners Guide
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Military Groups Branson is considered the top destination in the nation for military reunion groups. The community’s sincere appreciation and respect for veterans and active duty military personnel occurs 365 days a year. The Veterans Memorial Museum, memorial services for military events and the week-long Veterans Homecoming each November focus special attention on this growing segment of Branson’s visitors throughout the year. Area shows pay tribute to veterans and active-duty military personnel with special recognition.
Family Groups Branson is the ideal destination for family fun. Family reunions, weddings, birthday events and more. Branson’s perfect mix of wholesome entertainment, live music shows, attractions, theme parks, water parks, museums, outdoor activities, lodging and dining choices make all your family members happy. Branson has lodging accommodations, meeting and recreational facilities for just about any type of family event.
Church Groups Branson offers church groups the opportunity for fellowship in an environment where faith is respected. Many area music shows present classic and contemporary gospel music, and several theaters offer Sunday Services. (Cont.)
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Student Groups Students of all ages can experience first-hand just how much fun learning is in Branson. Along with live on-stage performances, students can have interaction with industry professionals. Workshops and seminars plus backstage tours help teachers meet their state accreditation standards in a fun and interesting manner. Learning opportunities also include area museums, trout hatchery and College of the Ozarks, where students can observe its work-study operation complete with working dairy farm, jelly kitchen and plant nursery. The added benefit of choral performances on stage at area theaters has helped make Branson the fastest-growing student performance destination in the U.S.
Travel Agents Area lodging facilities, shows, attractions and others work with travel agents to make sure their clients’ Branson experience is wonderful. Travel agents are invited to experience for themselves the personal attention and warm hospitality guests receive in Branson. The Travel Agent Commission Guide is a must for any travel agent wishing to book customized and fully-commissioned funfilled Branson vacations.
Meetings and Conventions For decades, Branson has been known as an ideal location for family vacations and leisure groups, hosting millions of visitors each year. Branson is extending the same warm welcome to the attendees of meetings and conventions with the opening of the 220,000-square-foot Branson Convention Center, providing the perfect venue for larger business meetings, state and regional association conventions, trade shows and themed banquets. The Hiltons of Branson manage two hotels in the Branson Landing area, as well as the Convention Center. All three facilities are located on the shores of Lake Taneycomo with 100 upscale shops, dozens of eclectic restaurants and lounges plus two marinas, all within walking distance. In addition to the new Branson Convention Center, there are dozens of properties in the Branson/Lakes area offering meeting and banquet space on-site, including the magnificent Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa, the Radisson Hotel, Lodge of the Ozarks, Grand Plaza and Thousand Hills Golf Resort. Freestanding function space is available at the Tri-Lakes Center, the Keeter Center and at a number of area resorts, theatres and restaurants. Take advantage of the beautiful scenery, and plan an outdoor gathering at Dogwood Canyon or one of our lovely parks. With more than 18,000 hotel, motel and nightly condo rental guest rooms, Branson is well-equipped to handle convention groups of all sizes. Considering the wide range of world-class live entertainment (100+ shows!), award-winning theme
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parks, abundant shopping, more than 400 restaurants, 15 museums and exhibits, plus many one-of-a-kind facilities and attractions, Branson offers attendees plenty of options when they are not in session. Blend these unique manmade characteristics with those crafted by Mother Nature – three pristine lakes for fishing and boating, surrounded by wooded foothills providing a perfect setting for more than 200 holes of championship golf, and you have the makings for an unequaled meeting and convention destination offering something for everyone. Branson stands out and is unlike other destinations. Convention delegates will find they can relax and be themselves in Branson. Our friendly, small-town atmosphere creates a personal experience that will long be remembered. It’s comfortable here, casual and safe, and it won’t break your budget. Call upon the helpful group sales team at the Branson/ Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau when you are ready to begin planning your next event. As experts on the local area, they have the resources to ensure that selecting a site and organizing your event will be fun and easy. Take advantage of their RFP processing service and FAM/site tour coordination. They also offer central housing online registration programs (for multi-property events) and complete convention service support.
Senior Groups Senior groups find the music, the lyrics, the personalities, the cars, the clothes and the way of life they grew up with recreated and celebrated on stage at area shows, attractions and during special events. Branson is a place that honors seniors and appreciates their unique perspectives. Many established traditional group travel companies in and around the Branson area are experts at planning, organizing and accompanying visiting senior travel groups.
Weddings Loving couples can take their pick of beautiful hotels, lakeside resorts or even a 100’ yacht for their affordable wedding in Branson. There are so many places to choose from for that special day. Even the bridal luncheon, bachelor or bachelorette party, the ceremony, cake and reception, photography and honeymoon suite can all be found for a reasonable price in Branson – where wedding dreams do come true. Relax after the rush of the ceremony, and give yourself a spa day to refresh and renew. Branson has it all within your budget and many professional wedding planners to help you on this perfect day.
Anniversaries 50th wedding anniversaries are often celebrated in Branson. Centrally located in the United States, family members can gather from near and far to celebrate this marvelous marriage milestone.
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Plan a Wedding or Honeymoon in Branson Branson is a perfect match for weddings and honeymoons. With such a wide variety of wedding venues, from the grand staircase at Titanic to the Wilderness Chapel at Silver Dollar City to the rustic resort lodge at Big Cedar or perhaps you picture the European elegance found at Chateau on the Lake, your dream wedding can come true. There are intimate chapels, hotel ballrooms, garden venues as well as white clapboard country churches for your family and friends to gather for the big day. Branson has lots of caterers offering everything from fine cuisine to barbecue. Don’t forget about the florists and wedding photographers – you’ll find everything you need and more to plan an unforgettable wedding in Branson. Whether you are celebrating a wedding, planning a romantic honeymoon or marking a milestone anniversary, the Branson/Lakes Area is the perfect place to celebrate your special day. How about a romantic getaway with the one you love? Explore Branson for that second honeymoon that you have always promised yourself. Celebrate a first-kiss anniversary or plan a three-day holiday weekend... they’re all good excuses to book a romantic getaway to Branson. In Branson, we’re fortunate to have a thriving community of businesses who are dedicated to making your event here as enjoyable as possible. For information about planning your special event, visit ExploreBranson.com/weddings or call 800-214-3661. 54
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Branson Airport (BKG) offers visitors unparalleled hospitality and service steeped in the generous, welcoming spirit of the Ozarks. The Branson Airport is able to accommodate all types of commercial aircraft ranging from regional jets to Boeing 757s. Flights are extremely affordable in keeping with Branson’s reputation for being easy on the pocketbook! The Airport is located within the Branson Creek development, 10 miles south of downtown Branson. Not only does this make it easier for you and your friends to visit Branson more often and conveniently, it also means that meeting and convention attendees have easier access to the new Branson Convention Center. The Branson Airport is the first privately financed and operated commercial service airport in the United States and is the first non-replacement commercial service airport built in the U.S. in the last 40 years. Currently served by AirTran, Frontier and Branson Air Express, other low-cost airlines are currently being pursued. The Airport also provides GA and FBO services, including
For help in planning your visit, contact the Branson/ Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) 214-3661 or (417) 334-4084, or log onto ExploreBranson.com. While in Branson, stop by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber & CVB’s Welcome Center located at the intersection of Hwy. 65 and Missouri Highway 248 in town. The only Chamber-operated Welcome Center in the Branson area is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Welcome Center is open extended hours during May through September. At the newly renovated Welcome Center you’ll find brochures from shows, attractions, lodging properties, restaurants, retail shops, and many others. In-depth
fueling, catering, hangar facilities and aircraft wash service. The airfield consists of a single 7,140-foot-long by 150-footwide runway, a partial parallel taxiway, an air traffic control tower and an instrument landing system.
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is about 50 miles from Branson and serves all of southwest Missouri with 70 daily flights connecting to eight international airports via five airlines, Allegiant Air, American, Delta, Northwest and United. For more information, visit their website at sgf-branson-airport.com or call 417-869-0300. Alternate regional airports include Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) FlyXNA.com, located 90 miles southwest of Branson near Bentonville, AR, 479-205-1000. A new general aviation airport is open in Branson West (FWB), call 417-272-3921. Boone County Airport (HRO) BooneCountyAirport.com, in Arkansas, 35 miles south of Branson in Harrison, AR, call 870-741-6954.
maps, local visitor publications and phone books are also available. Knowledgeable staff members and volunteers will help you plan the best routes to get to area businesses. They have show schedules, information about special events happening throughout the area and Branson logo souvenir items for sale. The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Convention and Visitors Bureau provides a number of helpful publications for visitors including this vacation guide, a show & attraction guide, a holiday lighting display map, a reunion planner for military and family reunions, group tour planner, a travel agent commission guide, a meeting and convention guide for professional planners, a community guide, an outdoor guide and a shopping and dining guide. We’re here seven days a week, come on in!
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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 the Branson/Lakes Area every day of the year. In keeping with a long tradition of gratitude, many of the area shows recognize veterans, military personnel and their families through special patriotic musical numbers. Frequently the entire audience gives a resounding round of applause to say “Welcome Home” and “Thank You.” This commitment to honoring veterans can also be seen at area attractions, restaurants, museums and other businesses in a variety of ways. Military reunion groups often say that Branson is their number-one destination of choice.
Branson Veterans Task Force The Branson Veterans Task Force, a non-profit volunteer organization, presents many commemorative events throughout the year that mark historically significant military achievements and occasions.
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• Signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord, January 28 • Four Chaplains Sunday, February 6 • The Persian Gulf War Cease Fire, April 11 • Hand in Hand–Purple Heart, April 23 • Armed Forces Day, May 14 • Memorial Day, May 30 • Flag Day, June 14 • Korean War Armistice Day, June 25 • Spirit of ‘76, July 4 • National Day of Atomic Remembrance, July 16 • The End of WWII, September 2 • Branson Remembers 9/11, September 11 • POW/MIA Day, September 17 • Branson Veterans Homecoming, November 5-11 • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, December 7
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historic downtown Branson, always at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, and marks the conclusion of Veterans Week each year.
Veterans and Active Duty Women (3rd Week of May) The City of Branson has proclaimed the third week in May each year as Women Veterans Week. While we honor our women veterans and active duty service women during Veterans Homecoming, this special week has been set aside to allow the local Women Veterans Welcoming Committee to present special events, entertainment, guest speakers and more for women veterans and active duty personnel. For information on upcoming Women Veterans Week activities and other events honoring women veterans throughout the year, visit ExploreBranson.com.
Local Veterans Organizations American Legion 417-334-2296 www.Legion.org Branson Veterans Task Force 417-337-8387 www.BransonVeterans.com
Branson 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, military reunions and more. The Veterans Day parade is held in
P.O.W. Network 866-481-4252 www.POWNetwork.org Vietnam Veterans of America 417-334-0733 www.BransonVVA913.com Veterans of Foreign Wars 417-336-6017 www.VFW.org
Disabled American Veterans 417-889-0023 www.davmembersportal.org/ chapters/mo/55/default.aspx Military Officers Assocition of America (MOAA) Mozark Chapter (Hollister) 417-334-9080 www.mozarkmoaa.com Korean War Veterans Association Harry S. Truman Chapter (Hollister) 417-365-1389
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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. 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. 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 best-selling 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. The book was a huge success. Millions of copies were 58
sold in several languages, and four movies were filmed, including a 1941 version starring John Wayne, in his first Technicolor film. Wright’s novel has become the fourth most widely read book in publishing history. Following the 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. 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.
1950 - 1969 TV Shows and 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. 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
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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 Taneycomo changed it into one of the country’s most popular trout fishing lakes.
Branson’s First Families of Entertainment 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 in Branson today.
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 actually located on the site where the models for author Harold Bell Wright’s characters lived. Under Mary, her son Mark and his wife Lea’s direction, the production grew into one of the nation’s most popular outdoor historical dramas. In 1985, Gary Snadon (school teacher and former cast member of the outdoor drama) along with his wife, Pat, purchased the homestead. They added the 230-foot tall inspiration tower in 1989, and in 1990, had the Morgan County Church relocated to the homestead to signify the churches where Wright once preached. Today, the Shepherd of the Hills is the longest-running outdoor drama in the world and boasts a cast of more than 80 actors, dozens of animals, pyrotechnical displays and authentic props and sets. The Sons of the Pioneers perform in a chuckwagon dinner show on the Homestead grounds.
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, Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON
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and by 1963, Silver Dollar City was Missouri’s top tourist attraction. In 1967, Silver Dollar City received national exposure when the popular “Beverly Hillbillies” television show filmed five episodes at the park. The company later expanded to include other popular Branson attractions: White Water water park, the Showboat Branson Belle and Celebration City theme park. Today, Silver Dollar City has grown into a multi-million dollar entertainment complex with thrill rides and attractions, shows, dining facilities, dozens of musicians and an evening music show with a professional cast. The park also hosts six themed 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 19 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.
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built the first music theater on Hwy. 76. Today, Presleys’ Country Jubilee stars four generations of Presley family members including three original members of the show: Lloyd Presley and his sons Gary and Steve. Together with other cast members, they perform a variety of musical styles on a wide range of instruments, and do comedy skits.
1970 – 1979 Early Theater Development 1970 – Mutton Hollow Entertainment and Craft Village opened on west Hwy. 76, at the site where scenes from “The Shepherd of the Hills” novel took place. Shad and Mollie Heller opened the Corn Crib amphitheater on Hwy. 76 with “The Toby Show,” which ran for 17 years. 1973 – The Foggy River Boys and The Plummer Family opened. Dolly Parton, Buck Trent and Porter Wagoner performed at the Baldknobbers Jamboree. Buck Trent returned to open his own show in 1991 and today performs at the Clay Cooper Theatre across from the Titanic. Dolly Parton later opened the Dolly Parton Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show. 1976 – Bob Mabe sold his share of the Baldknobbers Jamboree to his brothers, purchased land further west on Hwy. 76, and built an 1,800-seat theater, the largest in the area at the time, named Bob-O-Links Country Hoedown. The Burdette Family Cloggers performed with the show from 1977 until the late 1980s when Bob retired and sold the theater to The
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Texans. The theater is now the Clay Cooper Theatre.
1980 – 1989 Stars Put Down Roots 1980 – White Water, the Ozarks’ largest water park opened on Hwy. 76 and today offers dozens of water rides, interactive play areas and a 500,000-gallon wave pool. 1981 – The Wilkinson Brothers Theater, the Hee Haw Theatre, and Chisai Child’s Starlite Theater opened. Japanese fiddle player Shoji Tabuchi debuted at Starlite. 1983 – Roy Clark opened a theater and hosted Mel Tillis, Box Car Willie, Ray Stevens and Jim Stafford. The Lowe Family Theater opened. 1984 – The Sons of the Pioneers performed at the Lowe Family Theater joined by guests Waylon Jennings, Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty, Vern Gosdin and others. 1985 – Bill and Janet Dailey bought the Hee Haw Theatre and renamed it Country Music World. Shoji Tabuchi performed there on a regular basis. The Braschler family opened at Musicland USA on Gretna Road. 1987 – Box Car Willie bought the Wilkinson Brothers Theater and performed there until just before his death in April of 1999. 1988 – Ozark Mountain Christmas began. 1989 – Shoji Tabuchi and his wife, Dorothy, opened at the Ozark Theater (formerly the Ozarks Auto Attraction).
On December 8, 1991, the popular “60 Minutes” TV program proclaimed Branson the “live music capital of the entire universe.” There were only 22 theaters in operation. Today, Branson has more than twice that many, due in part to that turning-point proclamation. Many agree that “60 Minutes” launched Branson into a new era of growth by revealing to the world the wonderful playground of fun and entertainment this small southwest Missouri town had become. Performers, visitors, developers and new residents flocked to see what was going on. Throughout the 1990s, Branson not only saw tremendous growth in the number of theaters, but the number of hotels, motels, Bed & Breakfasts, lakeside resorts, restaurants, attractions, shopping malls, condominium and housing developments, service businesses, and healthcare facilities grew proportionally as well. Big Cedar Lodge, Pointe Royale, Thousand Hills, Holiday Hills and Top of The Rock added resort and golf amenities to the area. Branson Creek Golf Course opened in 1999 and received top honors by industry publications such as Golf Week and Golf Digest, including being ranked in the Top 100 courses in the nation. Silver Dollar City made several expansions in the 1990s including the addition of a children’s water attraction called Geyser Gulch and dozens of shops, restaurants and theatrical events. The City of Branson and Taney County undertook major infrastructure projects in the 1990s to accommodate the influx of new visitors and residents. Over the past 10-plus years, the City has invested more than $40 million in road improvements, making it easy to get around town.
Shows, Shows, Shows 1990 – Shoji Tabuchi built his current theater on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. Mel Tillis opened at the former Ozark Theater. Mickey Gilley purchased Country Music World. 76 Music Hall, now Grand Country Music Hall, become the first theater to offer three different shows daily. Jim Stafford performed at the Stars of the Ozarks Theatre. Moe Bandy bought the Plummer Theatre. 1991 – Jim Stafford bought the Stars of the Ozarks Theater. Ray Stevens built a new theater. 1992 – Andy Williams built his Moon River Theatre and The Osmonds, Willie Nelson, Dino Kartsonakis, The Gatlin Brothers and Jimmie Rodgers all opened shows. 1992 – The $13 million, 4,000-seat Grand Palace opened and was the largest of all the theaters in Branson until Sight & Sound Theatre opened in Spring 2008. 1993 – The Grand Village shopping complex, Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex and Branson Scenic Railway opened. Wayne Newton, John Davidson and Tony Orlando opened. Pump Boys & Dinettes, “50’s At the Hop” and “Jennifer in The Morning” opened. Bobby Berosini and Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON
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Kirby VanBurch headlined at Five Star Theater, and Mel Tillis built a new theater on Hwy. 248. 1994 – The Bobby Vinton Blue Velvet Theatre, a new Mel Tillis Theater, the Glen Campbell Goodtime Theater, The Charley Pride Theater, and the Lawrence Welk Champagne Theatre, starring the Lennon Sisters, the Lennon Brothers and other Welk TV show stars, opened. Mel Tillis’ theater became the Will Rogers Theater and starred Pat Boone in the Broadway production of “The Will Rogers Follies.” Dino Kartsonakis played his Christmas show there. Doug Gabriel opened his morning show at the Jim Stafford Theatre. Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Museum opened. The Radio City Music Hall Rockettes were at The Grand Palace for the holiday season, the first time they ever performed outside New York City. 1995 – The Braschler Family built a new theater on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. The Gettysburg Theatre (now the Kirby VanBurch Theatre) opened on Hwy. 248. Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show and the Showboat Branson Belle were built, and “The Promise” show opened. Jennifer Wilson moved from the Roy Clark Celebrity Theatre to the Americana Theatre. Regis and Kathie Lee did three live shows from The Grand Palace. The Hot Winter Fun season extension promotion was started to attract visitors to Branson during the winter season. 1996 – The Hollywood Wax Museum opened. Barbara Fairchild purchased the Ozark Country Jubilee Theatre. The Lowe Sisters built a new theater. 1997 – The Five Star Theater became the Remington Theater (now home to Faith Life Church). The Chateau on the Lake Resort and Conference Center was built. 1998 – Pam Tillis performed with her dad, Mel Tillis, at his theater. The Oak Ridge Boys opened at The Grand Palace. Wayne Newton and Tony Orlando performed at the Talk of the T.O.W.N. Theater. 1999 – Spirit of the Dance opened at the Grand Mansion. The Starlite Theater opened with Doug Gabriel, Lost in the ‘50s and the American Kids Show. In 1999 and in 2000, the Miss USA Pageant was broadcast live on CBS from The Grand Palace.
2000 – 2004 2000 – Silver Dollar City opened a 1,000-seat indoor theater on the theme park grounds. White Water added Rain Tree Island, and the Veterans Memorial Museum opened to large crowds. The Hughes Brothers bought the Celebrity Theater. Glen Campbell joined Andy Williams. Pierce Arrow Theater opened. 2001 – Silver Dollar City opened the Wildfire roller coaster. The Dutton Family purchased the Box Car Willie Theater. “Dino’s Easter Spring Spectacular” aired on the Trinity Broadcasting Network worldwide. 2002 – The Haygoods opened at Music City Centre. 2003 – The $40 million theme park Celebration City, and 62
the Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum with its Happy Trails Theater opened. 2004 – “Siegfried and Roy Presents Darren Romeo, the Voice of Magic” opened at the Welk Theatre. Ann-Margret joined Andy Williams during part of the season. “Celebrate America” opened at The Mansion. “Comedy Jamboree” opened at Grand Country Music Hall along with “Red, Hot... & Blue.” The Branson Variety Theatre added “The Rat Pack – Direct from Las Vegas,” and The Sons of the Pioneers moved to the Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead Pavilion. The Branson Landing development broke ground. “Daniel O’Donnell Live from Branson” aired nationwide on PBS from the Tri-Lakes Center.
2005 Silver Dollar City’s PowderKeg explosive-launch roller coaster was named best family thrill ride on the planet by thrillride.com. Petula Clark joined Andy Williams at the Moon River Theatre, and Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers paired up with The Lennon Sisters during the holidays at the Welk Resort Theater. Siegfried and Roy paid a visit to Darren Romeo. The Branson Convention Center and Hilton Hotel broke ground. The New Shanghai Theatre was built for the Acrobats of China, and The Branson League of Theater Owners and Show Producers raised over $120,000 with a telethon concert for victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
2006 Branson Landing opened, a $420 million, 95-acre lakefront development blending retail shopping, dining, luxury lodging, river walk, condominiums, a town plaza, several marinas and nightlife into a dynamic, waterfront setting. Other exciting developments in Branson included the multi-million dollar Titanic: The World’s Largest Museum Attraction, towering 100’ over the 76 Strip, with a permanent collection of 400 items and offering an interactive experience; Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater starring Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers, Paul Revere & the Raiders and other ‘50s and ‘60s rock legends; ‘57 Heaven, the world’s largest collection of 1957 automobiles and memorabilia; The Butterfly Palace and Rainforest adventure with more than 1,000 species of live tropical butterflies; and Chateau on the Lake Resort’s new $6 million, 14,000 sq-ft Spa Chateau complete with 10 treatment rooms, in a picturesque setting overlooking Table Rock Lake. Branson was named a “Top 10 Worldwide Holiday Destination” by Pauline Frommer.
2007 Overlooking Lake Taneycomo and the Branson Landing, the new state-of-the art Branson Convention Center and adjoining 12-story Hilton Hotel opened. Groundbreaking took place for the Sight & Sound Theatres. The long-
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awaited Branson Regional Airport broke ground in July and plans to welcome its first scheduled flight arriving in mid-2009. Gage’s Branson Landing Marina & Shoppes opened with Branson Landing Cruises offering daily excursions aboard a luxurious 100’ yacht or authentic 100’ paddlewheel riverboat on Lake Taneycomo. Soon slated to open at Gage’s Landing are Shorty Small’s, Shorty’s Pub, Denney’s Harley Davidson and Ben & Jerry’s. Total value of new construction according to the City of Branson topped $115 million. RFD-TV purchased the Ray Stevens Theatre.
2008 Sight and Sound Theatres opened “NOAH—The Musical,” the first of its Biblical theme productions. The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre opened. Midwest Living magazine named Branson Top Pick for Family Reunions. Murder Rock Golf Course held its grand opening. Branson Landing hosted tryouts for the Late Show with David Letterman. Ahead of schedule in the construction, Branson Airport moved closer to the May 2009 opening. The Welk Resort Theatre welcomed The Rankin Brothers Classic Music Revue. The Downtown Branson Fiddle Festival returned. Mel Tillis and the Tillis Family Reunion performed at Welk Resort Theatre. Country Music Star Joe Diffie opened at Yakov’s Theatre. Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers played at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater. Silver Dollar City opened their Culinary & Craft School in a charming 1880’s style timber-frame farmhouse. Payne Stewart Tribute Golf Course opened 9 holes. Lt. Colonel Oliver North was keynote speaker during Veterans Week. Branson welcomed our nation’s Capitol Christmas Tree en route to Washington, D.C.
2009 The Live Music Show Capital celebrated 50 years. The Baldknobbers Jamboree opened the first show in 1959 and Shepherd of the Hills followed with its outdoor drama. The Great American Pie Show was held during Ozark Mountain Spring with NBC’s Al Roker. The Branson Airport opened with a 2-day air show featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Peter Pan, starring Cathy Rigby, brought Broadway to Branson at the Mansion Theatre. Moscow Circus was welcomed to Yakov’s Theatre. Neal McCoy performed at Yakov’s Theatre. Brulé & AIRO (American Indian Rock Opera) brought Native American music and instruments to RFD-TV: The Theatre. Lee Greenwood and the Bellamy Brothers were at Welk Resort Theatre. Lt. Col. Oliver North returned for Veterans Week with appearances on FOX & Friends live from Branson. Miracle of Christmas debuted at Sight and Sound Theatre.
2010 Silver Dollar City and the Shepherd of the Hills outdoor drama celebrated their 50th anniversaries; Hwy. 76 skyline changed with the addition of New York City skyline atop the Hollywood Wax Museum; Three ziplines were the latest additions to the tourism industry: Vigilante ZipRider, Adventure Ziplines and Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve; The Chinese national company’s Legend of Kung Fu opened at the White House Theatre; Diana: The People’s Princess opened at the Branson Exhibition Center; Table Rock Lake Dam guided walking tours returned having been absent since 9/11; and a new downtown bridge was completed over Lake Taneycomo.
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Brule’ - A Native American Experience rfdtvthetheatre.com
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Buck Trent Country Music Show BuckTrent.com
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Cassandre’ - The Voice of An Angel thevoiceofanangel.com
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Dutton Family Theatre
Elvis and The Superstars bransonsuperstars.com
Hot Hits Theatre
Fountains of Faith bransonwaltzingwaters.com
Waltzing Waters
The Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone themansiontheatre.com
Mansion Theatre
George Dyer georgedyer.com
Dutton Family Theatre
Grand Jubilee grandcountry.com
Grand Country Music Hall
George Strait: A Tribute bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
Hamner Barber Variety Show hamnerbarber.com
Hamner Barber Theater
Hank and Patsy, Together! bransonsuperstars.com
Hot Hits Theatre
Hank Williams Revisited bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
The Haygoods theamericanatheater.com
The New Americana Theatre
Hooray for Hollywood bransonvarietytheater.com
Branson Variety Theatre
Hughes Brothers Show hughes-brothers.com
Hughes Brothers Theatre
Hughes Brothers Christmas Show hughes-brothers.com
Hughes Brothers Theatre
Island Fire theduttons.com
Dutton Family Theatre
Jecobie Roberts Comedy Hypnosis Show jecobiesmindplay.com
Club ‘57 and StoneBridge Village Clubhouse
JEERK jeerk.com
Hughes Brothers Theatre
Jim Owen Show jimowenmusic.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
Jim Stafford Show JimStafford.com
Jim Stafford Theatre
Joey Riley joeyriley.net
Mickey Gilley Theatre
John Sager bransonmallonline.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
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Shake, Rattle & Roll
Clay Cooper’s Country Express
Kirby VanBurch
Joseph Hall theamericanatheater.com
New Americana Theatre
Kirby VanBurch Show KirbyVanBurch.com
Kirby VanBurch Theatre
Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers themansiontheatre.com
Mansion Theatre
Lee Greenwood and Louise Mandrell WelkResortBranson.com
Welk Resort Theatre
Legend of Kung Fu (Chun Yi) kungfubranson.com
The White House Theatre
Legends in Concert legendsbranson.com
Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater
Louise Harrison’s Liverpool Legends themansiontheatre.com
Mansion Theatre
The Magic of Taylor Reed taylorreed.com
Tower Theatre at Branson Meadows
Magnificent Variety Show magnificentvariety.com
Branson Exhibition Center and Theatre
Marty Haggard martyhaggard.com
Clay Cooper Theatre
Marty Stuart and The Fabulous Superlatives rfdtvthetheatre.com
RFD-TV The Theatre
Mel Tillis/Pam Tillis & Family trilakescenter.com
Tri-Lakes Center
Mickey Gilley gilleys.com
Mickey Gilley Theatre
Mike Walker and Friends gacbranson.com
God and Country Theatre
Miracle of Christmas sight-sound.com
Sight & Sound Theatres
Missouri Hayride bransonmallonline.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
Moe Bandy Show MoeBandy.com
Jim Stafford Theatre
Motown Downtown bransonsuperstars.com
Hot Hits Theatre
Neal McCoy claycoopertheatre.com
Clay Cooper Theatre
New South Gospel grandcountry.com
Grand Country Music Hall
Noah–The Musical sight-sound.com
Sight & Sound Theatres
Oak Ridge Boys oakridgeboystheatre.com
Oak Ridge Boys Theatre
Ol’ Time Gospel Hour bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
Ozark Mountain Jubilee grandcountry.com
Grand Country Music Hall
Paul Harris musiccitycentre.com
Music City Centre
Paul Revere & The Raiders and Bill Haley’s Original Comets andywilliams.com
Andy Williams Moon River Theatre
Penny Gilley themansiontheatre.com
Mansion Theatre
Pierce Arrow piercearrowtheater.com
Pierce Arrow Theatre
Presleys’ Country Jubilee presleys.com
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Rankin Brothers rankinbrothers.com
Caravelle Theatre
Red, Hot... & Blue! theamericanatheater.com
The New Americana Theatre
Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley starlitetheatre.com
Starlite Theatre
Rock U Mentally rockumentally.com
Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater
Roger Miller Tribute Show bransonmallonline.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
Roy Rogers Jr. Show gilleys.com
Mickey Gilley Theatre
Shake, Rattle & Roll - Best Hits of the 50’s bransonvarietytheater.com
Branson Variety Theatre
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama oldmatt.com
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Theatre
Shoji Tabuchi shoji.com
Shoji Tabuchi Theatre
Shoji Tabuchi Christmas Show shoji.com
Shoji Tabuchi Theatre
Showboat Branson Belle showboatbransonbelle.com
Showboat Branson Belle
SIX thesixshow.com
Hughes Brothers Theatre
Smoke on the Mountain bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
Sons of the Pioneers Chuckwagon Dinner Show oldmatt.com
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Theatre
Spirit of Christmas bransonvarietytheater.com
Branson Variety Theatre
Strait Country Show bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
Superstars of Country - Live in Concert superstarslivetheatre.com
Superstars Live Theatre
Swingin’ Doors gacbranson.com
Clay Cooper Theatre
Take It To The Limit: An Eagles Tribute gacbranson.com
God and Country Theatre
The Alley Cats Doo Wop bransonmallonline.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
The Texas Tenors thetexastenors.com
Starlite Theatre
Til Death Do We Part - Ozark Murder Mysteries circlebshow.com
Circle B Cowboy Supper & Show
Todd Oliver & Friends FunnyDog.com
Jim Stafford Theatre
Tony Orlando Christmas Show WelkResortBranson.com
Welk Resort Theatre
Tony Roi’s Elvis Experience andywilliams.com
Andy Williams Moon River Theatre
Top 10 Rock and Roll Revue bransonmallonline.com
Branson Mall Music Theatre
A Tribute to Marty Robbins bransonimax.com
Little Opry Theatre
The Tweed Show gacbranson.com
God and Country Theatre
The Twelve Irish Tenors bransonvarietytheater.com
Branson Variety Theatre
Wade Benson Landry’s Swingin’ Cajun Style gacbranson.com
God and Country Theatre
Wissmann Family Christmas musiccitycentre.com
Music City Centre
Yakov Smirnoff, Famous Russian Comedian yakov.com
Yakov’s Theatre
Yakov’s Dinner Adventure yakov.com
Yakov’s Theatre
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Shows and Theatres Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus - New Shanghai Theatre 645 St. Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8888 • Toll Free: 877-21 CHINA info@acrobatsofchina.com • AcrobatsofChina.com
Open March - December. Showtimes: 3 & 8 p.m. From Lion Dances to Pole Climbers over 40 Acrobats of China bring the Orient to Branson! A revolving lineup of internationally award-winner performance artists create an exciting, fun experience for everyone.
Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4500 • Toll Free: 800-666-6094 Fax: 417-337-9627 andywilliams.com
Open Mar - December. Showtimes: 3 & 7 p.m. Joining Andy will be 2-time Academy Award nominee Miss Ann-Margret for a limited engagement (Sep. 12-Oct. 22.) Andy’s Christmas Show brings to the stage “live” like watching his old Christmas Shows on TV. No one performs Christmas like Mr. Christmas himself (Nov. 1-Dec. 10.)
Amazing Pets at Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open February - December Breakfast, lunch and dinner available. Showtime: 10 a.m. Amazing Pets is an indoor circus of juggling, magic, comedy and a furry entourage of performing cats and dogs.
Baldknobbers Jamboree Show 2835 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4528 • Toll Free: 800-998-8908 Fax: 417-334-4526 baldknobbers.com
Open March - December. Showtimes: 8 p.m., Mon.Sat. Branson’s 1st show that started in 1959. Today, the family legacy wows audiences with #1 country hits, traditional country favorites and lots of sidesplitting comedy.
Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley at Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333 • Toll Free: 866-991-8445 starlitetheatre.com
Showtimes: 3 & 8 p.m. Come spend an evening with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award winner Righteous Brothers’ Bill Medley and his daughter McKenna Medley.
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Branson Country USA Late Show Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open February - December Showtime: 10:30 p.m. Looking for some late night entertainment? Don’t miss Branson Country USA! Featuring a rotating roster of Branson performers.
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Buck Trent Country Variety Show at the Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2529 • Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 pat@claycooper.biz • claycoopertheatre.com
Open April - June, Sept. - Dec. 6 Showtimes: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. You’ll enjoy a show packed full of country, gospel, bluegrass and hilarious down-home humor with The Legend Mr. Banjo Buck Trent.
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Buckets n Boards at Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2529 • Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 pat@claycooper.biz • claycoopertheatre.com
Open March - August. Showtime: 2 p.m. Quickly becoming regarded as a must-see show for any Branson visit, their unexpected comedy and upbeat personalities will leave you laughing for the rest of your trip!
Cassandré The Voice of an Angel at Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local:417-339-4663 • Toll Free: 866-343-7469 boxoffice@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com
Open: Mar. - Dec. Showtime: 2pm Breathtaking full production show! You will adore her shimmering and majestic renditions of time honored classics, backed by a live 10 piece orchestra!
Cirque Montage Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333 • Toll Free: 866-991-8445 starlitetheatre.com
Showtime: 3 & 8 p.m. Lunch and dinner available. An extraordinary show of daring and skill featuring former artists of Cirque du Soleil! We feature an array of acts including contortion, juggling and many other amazing acts.
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Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2529 • Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 pat@claycooper.biz • claycoopertheatre.com
Open March - December 7, December 27-31 Showtimes: 10 a.m. & 8 p.m. Clay and his cast of 21 entertainers light up the stage with singin’, dancin’, gun-slingin’, rope-twirlin’, percussion and hysterical comedy! The variety is endless!
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Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com • grandcountry.com
Open January-December. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. Showtime: 3 p.m. From hilarious, clean comedy, floor-pounding clogging and dancing, to all your country favorites, this show is a HOT TICKET!
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Doug Gabriel Show Local: 417-337-8300 • Toll Free: 800-954-8554 dougshowinfo@aol.com douggabriel.com
Open April-December Showtime: 10 a.m. Branson’s 8-time Male Vocalist Doug Gabriel and family. Make sure that you see the ONE everyone is talking about. Open April - May, September - December Showtime: 10 a.m. Featuring the best of Classic Country, Western Swing and Gospel music, this show brings to life the music you will never forget.
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Down Home Country Show Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com • grandcountry.com
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Dutton Family Theatre 3454 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 • Toll Free: 888-388-8661 Fax: 417-334-2314 info@theduttons.com • theduttons.com
Open Feb.-Dec. Showtime: 10 a.m. 2, 5 & 8 p.m. Optional dinner available with 5 p.m. performances. Home of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” Finalists, The Duttons, The Dutton Family Theater is the destination of choice for your Branson vacation.
George Dyer at the Dutton Family Theatre 3454 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 • Toll Free: 888-388-8661 georgewdyer@msn.com • georgedyer.com
Open Apr.-Dec. Showtime: 10 a.m. World-class acclaimed vocalist and entertainers, Broadway meets Vegas. If you like Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli, you’ll LOVE George Dyer!
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Grand Jubilee at Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open January - December. Showtime: 7:30 p.m. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. From Country and hand-clapping gospel, to decades of Rock & Roll favorites, the Grand Jubilee will surpass expectations of any age. Showtimes: Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m. ; Sun. 3 p.m. Snack bar. Incredible magic illusions of The Hamners and hilarious comedy of ventriloquist Jim Barber. Show finalé is a magnificent veterans tribute.
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Hamner Barber Variety Show at Hamner Barber Theater 3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4363 • Toll Free: 888-335-2080 Fax: 417-336-3787 info@hamnerbarber.com • hamnerbarber.com
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Hughes Brothers Show 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076 • Toll Free: 800-422-0076 info@hughes-brothers.com hughesbrothersshow.com
Open Feb. - Dec. Showtime: Some 10 a.m., 2 & 8 p.m. While the Hughes Brothers Show boasts the largest family cast in Branson, it’s not the size that makes this such a memorable show it’s the astonishing talent. Enjoy their Christmas show in Nov. and Dec.
Hank Williams Revisited - Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Showtime: Sun. - Thurs. 2 p.m. Enjoy Tim Hadler singin’ Hank’s big hits. He will take you from Hank’s beginning, what Hank did for country music and how he continues to live through artists he influenced.
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The Haygoods at The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local:417-339-4663 • Toll Free: 866-343-7469 boxoffice@theamericanatheatre.com thehaygoods.com
Open: Mar. - Dec. Showtime: 8 p.m. The Haygoods bring the house down night after night with incredibly tight harmonies, innovative, energetic choreography and amazing performances on over 20 different instruments! Open February - December Showtimes: 10 a.m., 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. Join us and take a nostalgic journey through the most popular movie musicals of the last 50 years.
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Hooray for Hollywood! at Branson Variety Theatre 2701 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-9494 • Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-336-5134 • bransonvarietytheater.com info@bransonvarietytheater.com
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Jim Stafford Show Jim Stafford Theatre 3440 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8080 • Fax: 417-335-2643 info@jimstafford.com • jimstafford.com
Open February-December. Showtimes: 3 & 8 p.m. Two hours of carefree fun brought to you by comic-genius Jim Stafford. Hilarious comedy, hot guitar pickin’, amazing special effects, and family fun. What happens at the Jim Stafford Show will make you smile forever! Open: Mar. - Dec. Showtime: 2pm w/ select 8 p.m. Top ten finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent! All new show with live band and full production bringing the greatest hits of the King!
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Joseph Hall’s ELVIS Tribute at The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local:417-339-4663 • Toll Free: 866-343-7469 boxoffice@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com
Joey Riley Comedy & Music Mickey Gilley Theater
Open April - December 6 Showtime: 2 p.m. Get a full dose of Joey’s zany sense of humor and his incredible musical talents. You will hear a variety of comedy, bluegrass, Cajun and gospel music. A little bit for everyone of all ages to enjoy.
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3455 W. Hwy 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local: 417-334-3210 • Toll Free: 877-750-JOEY Fax: 417-334-6114 clara_riley@msn.com • joeyriley.net
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Kirby VanBurch Show 2353 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7140 • Toll Free: 877-223-7959 Fax: 417-337-7141 info@kirbyvanburch.com • kirbyvanburch.com
Open March - December. Showtime: 3 & 8 p.m. Kirby VanBurch, along with his exotic animals (including white tigers) delivers as the Travel Channel says, “...one of America’s Best Magic Shows!” Huge illusions and up close and personal sleight of hand.
Lee Greenwood and Louise Mandrell 1984 Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7469 • Toll Free: 800-505-9355 Fax: 417-336-3165 info@welkbranson.com welkresorttheatre.com
Open September - October Showtime: 8 p.m. For the first time together in Branson, these dynamic entertainers bring their unparalelled showmanship and high-energy production to the Welk Theatre.
Legends in Concert Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre 1600 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-STAR • Toll Free: 800-374-SHOW Fax: 417-332-1205 legendsinconcert.com
Open February - December. Showtimes: 3 & 8 p.m. Lunch & dinner available. Call for showtimes. Legends in Concert - world’s greatest live tribute show is an award-winning musical extravaganza featuring re-creations of superstars from yesterday and today. Open April - December 15 The Legend of Kung Fu has a cast of 60 and tells the story of a young boy becoming a Kung Fu master.
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Legend of Kung Fu The White House Theatre 2255 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2396 Fax: 417-239-3033 pamcritchfield@gmail.com kungfubranson.com
George Harrison’s sister, Louise Harrison, presents “Liverpool Legends,” a complete Beatles experience! Voted best show in Branson in 2009 by visitors.
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Liverpool Legends Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-1333 • Toll Free: 866-707-4100 themansiontheatre.com The Magic and Comedy of Taylor Reed Taylor Reed’s Tower Theater 4600 N. Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-3232 • Fax: 417-332-0254 taylorreed.com • taylor@taylorreed.com
Open March - December. Showtime: 2 p.m. No performer captivates like award-winning illusionist Taylor Reed, with his comedic, high-energy entertainment. The most fun you will have in Branson!
Open April - Dec. 6. Showtimes: 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. Marty is proud of his dad, Merle Haggard, and plans to perform a tribute to him. Marty does an amazing job of capturing the lyrics and interpreting his dad’s heartfelt songs.
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Marty Haggard “A Tribute to My Dad” Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2529 • Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 pat@claycooper.biz • claycoopertheatre.com
Open April - December Showtime: Sat.-Wed., 8 p.m. Join Mickey and Joey for an extraordinary evening of timeless music and hilarious humor. An evening you will never forget.
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Mickey Gilley Show at Mickey Gilley Theater 3455 W. Hwy 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local: 417-334-3210 • Toll Free: 800-334-1936 Fax: 417-334-3266 gary@gilleys.com • gilleys.com Moe Bandy Show Jim Stafford Theatre 3440 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-272-9663 • Fax: 417-335-2643 marketing@moebandy.com • moebandy.com
April - December. Showtimes: 3 & 8 p.m. Classic Country Music and Hilarious Comedy! Have “Moe” fun with Moe Bandy as he delivers his hits like Americana, Bandy the Rodeo Clown, ‘Til I’m Too Old To Die Young, along with hysterical laughs with Harley Worthit!
Neal McCoy at the Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2529 • Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 pat@claycooper.biz • claycooper.biz
Select dates. Showtime: 2 & 8 p.m. Two-time Country Music Entertainer of the Year, Neal McCoy, is no stranger to the country music industry, he is a true entertainer!
A Neil Diamond Tribute Local: 417-464-8496 • Fax: 417-332-0144 diane@aneildiamondtribute.com aneildiamondtribute.com
Open May - December Showtime: 1 p.m. “Experience the feel of Neil” in this magical tribute that tells Neil Diamond’s life through his songs.
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New South Gospel at Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open February - December. Showtime: 3 p.m. , Thursday only. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. Branson’s Best Quartet, New South, sings the best of Southern Gospel music. From Turn Your Radio On to I’ll Fly Away, you’ll hear all your gospel favorites!
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Ozark Mountain Jubilee at Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open February - December. Showtime: 7 p.m. , Sunday only. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. Featuring Branson favorites, the Max Bacon family, this show celebrates country classics of yesteryear combined with today’s hot country hits.
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Paul Revere & the Raiders Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4500 • Toll Free: 800-666-6094 Fax: 417-337-9627 • andywilliams.com
Open March - December. Showtimes: 3 & 7 p.m. Paul Revere & The Raiders will take you back to the rockin’ 60s with hits like “Kicks” and “Indian Reservation.”
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Pierce Arrow Theatre 3069 Shepherd of the Hills Exp., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8742 • Toll Free: 877-687-4241 Fax: 417-348-1140 jmayfield@piercearrowtheater.com piercearrowtheater.com
Open February - December Show times: 3:00 & 7:30 p.m. Pierce Arrow Theater, Branson’s Hottest Show, features smooth sounds, rockin’ gospel, patriotic medleys, Branson’s funniest, Jarrett Dougherty, amazing female vocalist Kim Boyce and Desta.
Presleys’ Country Jubilee 2920 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4874 • Fax: 417-334-5779 info@presleys.com See ad on pages 9, 73, 75, 85, 101, 165, 173 presleys.com
Open March - December. Showtimes: 8 p.m., Mon. - Sat. Four generations on stage featuring country favorites, Southern gospel and hilarious comedy. Presleys’ Country Jubilee... Branson’s Original show on the strip. Open: Mar. - Dec. Showtime: 10 a.m. w/ select 2 p.m. With live band, this incredibly talented cast sing and dance their hearts out. Bringing timeless melodies from the 40s-70s. 16th smash season!
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Red, Hot & Blue at The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local:417-339-4663 • Toll Free: 866-343-7469 boxoffice@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com
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RFD-TV The Theatre 4080 W. Hwy. 76, Branson MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2282 • Fax: 417-332-2412 trey@rfdtv.com • rfdtvthetheatre.com
Open: Mar. - Dec. Showtimes: 3 & 7p.m. An awesome stage production that combines traditional Native American dance with the beautiful contemporary music of Brule. Open April - December Showtime: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. Roy “Dusty” Rogers and his son, Dustin Roy Rogers, perform classic cowboy/western music, bluegrass and songs of faith.
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Roy Rogers Jr. Show at the Mickey Gilley Theater 3455 W. Hwy 76, Branson, Mo 65616 Local: 417-334-3210 • Toll Free: 866-769-7643 Fax: 417-334-3266 • groups@royrogers.com royrogersjrshow.com
Open February - December Showtimes: 10 a.m., 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. There’s a whole lot of shakin’ going on, with a hand jivin’, good timin’ Rock and Roll dance party.
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Shake, Rattle & Roll Branson Variety Theatre 2701 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-9494 • Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-336-5134 • bransonvarietytheater.com reasalesbvt@aol.com Shoji Tabuchi Show 3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expwy, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7469 • Fax: 417-334-8392 shoji.com
Open April - December. Showtimes: 10:30 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. The Shoji Tabuchi Show is a glamorous, astounding, state-of-the-art variety production rivaling the excitement of Las Vegas or New York. Showtime: Mon. - Sat. 5 p.m. Grammy Award Winner, James Garrett, brings together past and present with the music of George Strait, and the timesless country classics!
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George Strait - A Tribute Starring James Garrett 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
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Sunday Gospel Jubilee at Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484 • Fax: 417-336-5829 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open February - December. Showtime: 2 p.m. , Sunday only. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. It’s just not Sunday without the sweet harmonies and han- clapping excitement of some good old Southern Gospel music! Now in its 22nd year!
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Showboat Branson Belle 4800 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7171 • Toll Free: 800-775-BOAT info@silverdollarcity.com showboatbransonbelle.com
Open March - December Showtimes: 12 p.m., 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. All aboard Branson’s Only Entertainment Dining Cruise on Table Rock Lake featuring 2 NEW Shows & All-NEW Meal!
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Sight & Sound Theatres 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Exprwy., Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-377-1277 sight-sound.com
Showtimes vary, call for details. Experience Noah-the-Musical and Miracle of Christmas. Sight & Sound Theatres® - where the Bible comes to life.
SIX Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076 • Toll Free: 877-SIX-BROS Fax: 417-763-3399 info@theSIXshow.com • theSIXshow.com
Open February - December Showtimes: 2 & 8 p.m. Lunch & dinner available.
Smoke on the Mountain - Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Showtimes: Tues. - Sat. 8 p.m.
Open October-December. Showtimes: 10 a.m., 3 p.m. & 8 p.m. This delightful and enchanting holiday production is for the entire family. Fabulous Christmas songs, gorgeous costumes and the highest-kicking chorus line this side of the North Pole.
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Spirit of Christmas - Branson Variety Theatre 2701 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-2500 • Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-336-5134 info@bransonvarietytheater.com bransonvarietytheater.com
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Todd Oliver & Friends Jim Stafford Theatre 3440 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8080 • Fax: 417-335-2643 info@jimstafford.com toddoliver.com
Open Mar.-Dec. Showtimes: Lunch 11:30-Show 12:30/ Dinner 5:30-Show 6:30. Todd Oliver with his amazing talking dogs, lively “dummies” and Smiling Eyes band puts on a show full of audience participation and outrageous comedy, and a picnic-style meal served before the show. Open Mar. 4- Sep. 4. Showtime: 7 p.m. Tony Roi looks like Elvis, sounds like Elvis and moves like Elvis. Enough said! He is fabulous!
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Tony Roi at the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4500 • Toll Free: 800-666-6094 Fax: 417-337-9627 andywilliams.com
Showtimes: Sun. - Thurs. 2 p.m.
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A Tribute to Marty Robbins Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com The Twelve Irish Tenors Branson Variety Theatre 2701 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-9494 • Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-336-5134 • reasalesbvt@aol.com bransonvarietytheater.com
Open February - December Showtimes: 10 a.m., 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Tony Orlando’s Christmas Celebration 1984 Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7469 • Toll Free: 800-808-9355 Fax: 417-336-3165 info@welkbranson.com welkresortbranson.com
Open November - December Showtime: 2 & 8 p.m. The incomparable Tony Orlando performs all of his career hits, entertains you with his powerful band and warms your heart with the true meaning of the season. Showtimes: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. Join Grammy Award Winner, James Garrett, as he pays tribute to his long-time buddy John Denver and other country music legends. Voted Best Morning Show for three years!
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A Tribute to John Denver - Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
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Yakov Smirnoff, Famous Russian Comedian Yakov’s Theatre 470 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-1234 • Toll Free: 866-559-2568 Fax: 417-336-4102 info@yakov.com • yakov.com
Open April-May (limited 18 dates); Sept. - Dec. Showtimes: 9:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. Only in America can you see Yakov backed up by Lady Liberty, a band of Pirates, the Laboratory of Laughter, Russian Dancers & more. What A Country! What A Show!
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An “orchestra of human voices.”
Hilarious Gospel Musical Comedy! Set in 1938, become the congregation of Pleasant Baptist Church’s first ever Saturday Night Gospel Sing!
Starring Leroy New! Hear the classic hits of the legendary Marty Robbins and other country favorites!
From Opera to Pop, from Jazz to Classical, this show is a spine-tingling fabulous smash hit!
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The Moe Bandy Show is the perfect answer to a kickin’ cowboy time! Moe’s hits include: Americana, Bandy the Rodeo Clown, Till I’m Too Old To Die Young, Just Good Ol’ Boys and many more!
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Be transported to the hillside where legions of angels descend upon the shepherds to proclaim, “The Savior is born!” Miracle of Christmas is a family tradition that follows the true biblical account of one of the greatest moments of all time.
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Attractions Branson Auto Museum 1335 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-7600 • Toll Free: 800-260-6370 Fax: 417-335-2608 showden@bransonmuseum.com • bransonmuseum.com
Open Jan.-Dec. Approx. adult admission: $13.95 +tax Approx. child admission: $9.95 +tax. Over 100 cool classics, muscle, antique and celebrity cars. Open daily at 9 a.m. Family pass available. A walk down memory lane.
Branson Ballknocker 3320 W. Harvey Lane, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3958 • Fax: 417-335-3958 robin2@hotmail.com • ballknocker.com
Open March-Oct. Approx. adult admission: $29.95 +tax Approx. child admission: $29.95 +tax. Extreme sport ride. Biggest thrill to hit the United States in decades. Ball launched down a 550 ft. run.
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Branson Scenic Railway 206 East Main. St., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-6110 • Toll Free: 800-287-2462 Fax: 417-336-1459 ikamp@bransontrain.com • bransontrain.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. adult admission: $24.50 +tax; approx. child admission: $14 +tax. Dinner train: $54.25. Ride in style of a bygone era in restored cars. Daily excursions through the Ozark foothills. Open March-December. Discover the Ozarks on a world-class eco-adventure! Visitors of all ages soar through the trees on guided canopy tours, traversing numerous ziplines, sky bridges and platforms.
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Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve 2339 US Hwy. 65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Local: 417-561-2500 • Toll Free: 800-712-4654 Fax: 417-561-0704 marketing@bransonzipline.com • bransonzipline.com
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Blue Streak Fast Line with Freefall Xpress 2339 US Hwy. 65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Local: 417-561-2500 • Toll Free: 800-712-4654 Fax: 417-561-0704 marketing@bransonzipline.com • bransonzipline.com
Open March-December. Check schedule for exact tour times. A thrilling zip from the top of the mountain to a 100-foot platform, then a freefall dismount. The Freefall Xpress is the only one of its type used commercially in North America.
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Castle of Chaos 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 Fax: 417-334-8202 castleofchaosbranson.com
Open all year round. Approx. adult admission: $14.95; approx. child admission: $7.95; approx. senior admission: $12.95 Discover the fate of horror film star Carli Winepeg in the world’s first 5D ride and shooting adventure.
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Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark 3001 Green Mountain Drive, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 336-6000 • Toll-free: 888-273-3919 Fax: 417-336-6008 info@ castlerockbranson.com • castlerockbranson.com
Open all year round. Approx. admission: $15.00 + tax for all ages 3 & up; 2 & under free. Offering 30,000 sq. ft. of indoor waterpark and 10,000 sq. ft. of outdoor waterpark featuring 2 three-story thrill slides, 2-500 gallon tipping buckets, a lazy river and multiple activity pools.
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Circle B Supper Show 200 Jess Jo Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1828 • Toll Free: 800-678-6179 Fax: 417-336-3678 info@circlebshow.com • circlebshow.com
Open February - December. Approx. adult admission: $31.91 +tax; approx. child admission: $13.21 +tax. Supper, Singin’ and Western Wit! Cowboy movies and free popcorn to start. The Horn clan cooks, serves and performs! Sweet harmonies, rollicking humor and sibling rivalry. New for 2011: Tribute to Ireland! Open Feb.-Dec. Approx. adult admission: $41.99 +tax; approx. child admission (ages 4-11): $22.99 +tax. Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction features 32 magnificent horses plus a fabulous four-course feast! Dolly Parton guarantees it’s “Branson’s Most Fun Place to Eat!”
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Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction 1525 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3000 • Toll Free: 800-520-5544 Fax: 417-339-4350 BransonReservations@dixiestampede.com dixiestampede.com/branson.php
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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 2038 West State Hwy 86, Lampe, MO 65681 Local: 417-779-5983 • Fax: 417-779-5363 info@dogwoodcanyon.org dogwoodcanyon.org
Open March - November, depending on weather. Approx. admission depends on activity. Many opportunities await you within this 2,200-acre slice of Ozarks Paradise. Choose walking, biking, Segways, tram tours, trout fishing or horseback riding.
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Eagle Rider of the Ozarks 491 Blue Sky Lane, Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-334-7433 • Toll Free: 888-600-6020 Fax: 417-334-1658 eaglerider.com/branson.aspx
Open all year round. At Eagle Rider of the Ozarks, we rent dreams. Explore Ozark Mountain Country on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle or Kymco scooter, and discover the thrill of the open road.
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Fun Spot at Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-2454 • Fax: 417-334-1647 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open all year round. Approx. adult admission: $7.50 +tax Approx. child admission: $6.50 +tax. Visitors enjoy Black-Light Mini-Golf, LaserMaze, Mini-Bowling, Ballocity, ComyLand and Arcade with Super Prize Redemption.
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Grand Country Indoor Mini Golf 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3919 • Fax: 417-334-1647 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Open all year round. Approx. adult admission: $7.50 +tax; approx. child admission: $6.50 +tax.; 4 & under FREE. Challenge yourself, family or friends to Branson’s first indoor miniature golf. Enjoy cool, comfortable fun, rain or shine. Voted one of America’s top 10 miniature golf courses by USA today.
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Attractions (Attractions listings contined on Page 90) Greatest Adventures Miniature Golf 4800 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-0888 minigolfinbranson.com
Open mid Mar.-Nov. Approx. admission: $7.95 +tax; children 3 & under free. A “must play” course. Home of the 2011 U.S. Open Miniature Golf Tournament, May 13-15, 2011. 18 holes of the “Medieval Theme” and 18 holes of Adventure Jungle!
Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 • Fax: 417-334-8202 mazeofmirrorsbranson.com
Open all year round. Approx. adult admission: $9.95 +tax Approx. senior admission: $7.95, Approx. child admission: $6.95 +tax. 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.
Hollywood Wax Museum-Branson 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 • Fax: 417-334-8202 hollywoodentertainmentcenter.com
Open all year round. Approx. adult admission: $17.95 +tax Approx. senior admission: $15.95, Approx. child admission: $8.95 +tax. Step right into scenes from famous films and take pictures with the biggest stars of all time. Fun for all ages!
IMAX Entertainment Complex 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Exp., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Open all year round. Approx. admission: $7-$12 +tax; approx. child admission: $6-$10. Giant-screen IMAX Adventures, 6 stories tall & 83 ft. wide-every hour on the hour. Hollywood movies nightly on the BIG screen...and all day in the Elite Cinema, with Dobly Digital 3D! Open all year round. Free admission. Wine sampling all day, every day! Award-winning wines! Wine 101 classes, Bottle Your Own Port, self-guided art tour and gift shop.
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Mount Pleasant Winery 3125 Green Mtn. Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-WINE (9463) branson@mountpleasant.com mountpleasant.com
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Nature Trail at Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek 2339 US Hwy. 65, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Local: 417-561-2500 • Toll Free: 800-712-4654 Fax: 417-561-0704 marketing@bransonzipline.com • bransonzipline.com
Open March-December. Check schedule for exact tour times. Discover the beautiful Ozarks on a guided tour through Wolfe Creek Preserve. Visitors ride to the top of the property in vintage Swiss Pinzgauers, then walk along paths and sky bridges discovering topographical and ecological features.
Ride The Ducks 2320 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-266-7600 Toll Free: 877-887-8225 Fax: 417-334-1647 info@bransonducks.com • bransonducks.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. admission: $21 +tax; approx. child admission: $12, ages 4-11. Ride, splash, quack and drive, if you want, all aboard a duck. Our 2 unique sightseeing tours are fun for all ages.
Shoot for the Stars 3110 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 • Fax: 417-334-8202 shootforthestarsgolf.com
Open all year round, weather permitting. Approx. adult admission: $12.95; approx. child admission: $8.95; approx. senior admission: $10.95 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 Local: 417-336-7171 • Toll Free: 800-831-4FUN info@silverdollarcity.com silverdollarcity.com
Open March - December Call for rates. Mid-America’s Largest Theme Park with 30 rides & attractions including a NEW Million Dollar Area For Little Kids, 40 shows, 100 craftsmen & 6 festivals! Open May - October. Approx. admission: $38 +tax; approx. child admission: $18. The Shepherd of the Hills - Over 90 actors, thundering horses, and a real burning log cabin brings this story blazing to life.
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The Shepherd of the Hills 5586 W. Highway 76 Local: 417-334-4191 • Toll Free: 800-653-6288 info@oldmatt.com theshepherdofthehills.com
Open all year round. Approx. admission: $15, tax included. Under 2 free. Visitors enjoy a vast array of activities and hours of aquatic family fun with over 40,000 sq. ft. of yearround fun.
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Splash Country Indoor/Outdoor Waterpark Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3535 • Toll Free: 800-828-9068 Fax: 417-336-5829 grandcountry.com • info@grandcountry.com
Open all year round. FREE TOURS! Bottling demonstrations, an entertaining look at winemaking. Sample Missouri’s most awarded wines (juice for kids).
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Stone Hill Winery 601 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1897 • Toll Free: 888-926-9463 Fax: 417-334-1942 bransoninfo@stonehillwinery.com stonehillwinery.com/locations/branson
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A Tribute to John Denver
MORNING
10 AM
A Tribute to Marty Robbins
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George Strait: A Tribute
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Hank Williams Revisited
Hilarious Gospel Musical Comedy!
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Attractions (continued) The Track Family Fun Parks 4 Branson Locations Local: 417-334-1612 Fax: 417-334-1512 info@bransontracks.com bransontracks.com
Approx. adult admission: $3-$9.50 per ride; Approx. child admission: $1.25-$6.50 per ride, taxes included. 30 years of fun--go-karts and so much more! New in 2011 - Heavy Metal High Rise, a steel and concrete go-kart track reaching over 4 stories!
Triple-G ATV Rides 7698 State Hwy. 176, Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Local: 417-561-5353 dgaar1@juno.com triplegatv.com
Open year round by appointment. Approx. admission: $36 + tax. 2-hour ATV Adventure experience on a 500-acre ranch! Thrilling trail over varied terrain. “Git yer bod on a quad!”
The Titanic 3235 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-9500 • Toll Free: 800-381-7670 Fax: 417-334-5128 kristy@titanicsales.com TitanicAttraction.com
Approx. admission: $19.71 + tax; approx. child admission: $9.99 + tax. Have the ultimate Titanic experience the moment you step aboard. See more than 400 priceless artifacts and treasures on two decks, walk the Grand Staircase, sit in a full-sized lifeboat and hear actual survivor stories, touch an iceberg & see the owners photos of his 1987 Titanic expedition. Open all year round. Approx. admission: $29 +tax. Launch from the top of Inspiration Tower at speeds up to 50 miles per hour landing 1/2 mile away at Shepherd of the Hills.
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Vigilante Extreme ZipRider 5586 W. Hwy. 76., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4191 • Toll Free: 800-653-6288 Fax: 417-334-4464 info@oldmatt.com oldmatt.com
Open May - September. Call for prices. Your Beach Within Reach is bigger, better, wetter— NEW Aloha River @ Hula Hula Bay, White Water’s Biggest Expansion!
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White Water 3505 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7171 Toll Free: 800-831-4FUN info@silverdollarcity.com bransonwhitewater.com
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Join daring large-format filmmaker Sean Casey (star of Discovery Channel’s Storm Chasers) on his personal quest to witness the birth of a tornado from its very heart!
Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind Branson experience! Enjoy classic Ozarks cuisine and unparalleled hospitality, surrounded by artifacts and antiques from Branson’s past!
INDOOR SHOPPING! 20 INDOOR specialty shops at the IMAX Mall too!
Through a Civil War skirmish, the Baldknobber era, a haunted house, Prohibition, an underwater cave and stunning aerial views of the majestic Ozarks Mountains! The symbolic thread that ties generations together - a hand carved fiddle - is an icon not only for the McFarlain family, but for the Ozarks & especially Branson.
Welcome to Nature’s Paradise
DogwooD Canyon
Hiking • Walking • Biking • Segways • Fishing • Wildlife Tram Tours • Evening Tram Dinners • Horseback Riding Dogwood Canyon Nature Park combines the natural beauty of the Ozark Mountains with easy access to everything the canyon has to offer. Take a wildlife tram tour and journey through the canyon floor, past towering bluffs and waterfalls, while mingling with herds of American bison, elk, white tail deer, and Texas longhorn. Or fish the sparkling, spring-fed waters that drew the Osage here so long ago.
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With New Themed Adventures in 2011! Ride through the scenic Ozarks! Splash down and cruise the Lake! Drive the Duck, if you want!
Two Different Experiences Table Rock Lake experience departs from the Hwy 76 Strip Lake Taneycomo adventure departs from Branson Landing
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Five Star Houseboat Vacations 338 Nautical Circle, Kimberling City, MO 65616 Local: 417-988-1387 • Fax: 417-739-9079 fivestarhouseboats@gmail.com tablerockhouseboatrentals.com
Open April - October. Vacation packages, passenger/ sleep capacity, kitchenettes and equipment, air conditioned & heated, gas grills, radio communication and cell phone 12V plug-in.
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Kayak Branson 5403 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65686 Local: 417-336-2811 • Fax: 417-336-2813 info@kayakbranson.com kayakbranson.com
Open all year ‘round. Kayak and canoe rentals and sales geared toward touring, fishing, exploring and just playing on the water. Our kayaks are friendly to both beginners and to those who want more of a challenge. Guides available. Open all year ‘round. General store, fuel, snack shop, hunting & fishing licenses, fishing boats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, boat slip rental, 25 slips, live bait.
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Lilley’s Landing Resort & Marina 367 River Lane, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-6380 • Toll Free: 888-545-5397 Fax: 417-334-6311 megan@lilleyslanding.com • lilleyslanding.com
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State Park Marina 380 State Park Marina Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-BOAT • Toll Free: 888-993-BOAT Fax: 417-334-8113 info@stateparkmarina.com • stateparkmarina.com
Open March-October. General store, fuel, restaurant, snack shop, hunting & fishing licenses, fishing boats, ski boats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, diving equipment, boat slip rental, 600 slips, live bait, ski and tube rental, parasailing. GPS 36034’40.83”N, 93018’59’W
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Table Rock Lake Pontoon Rental, Inc. 318 Nautical Circle, Kimberling, MO 65616 Local: 417-739-2416 • Toll Free: 800-662-9984 Fax: 417-739-2732 trpontoon@trilakes.net • pontoonrentals.com
Open March-October Hunting & fishing licenses, pontoon boats, diving equipment. Houseboats are equipped with gas grill, cell phone 12v, plug-in, water recreation equipment available. GPS 36037’781”N, 93024.731’W
What’s Up Doc Marina 348 Nautical Circle, Kimberling City, MO 65616 Local: 417-739-4511 • Fax: 417-739-5906 wud@mypok.com mypok.com
Open March 15 - November 15. General store, fuel, restaurant, fishing boats, ski boats, pontoon boats, personal watercraft, boat slip rental, ski and tube rental.
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SAFE BOATING TIPS Tip # 1 Grab a life jacket and wear it. Accidents happen too fast on the water to reach for a stowed life jacket. Don’t just carry a life jacket, wear it. Children 14 and under are required to wear a life when on board in Missouri. It is also a good idea to wear one while on the dock. Don’t be a statistic, 90% of those who drown while boating were not wearing a life jacket. Encourage your friends and family to put on a life jacket. The new styles are comfortable and lightweight. Life jackets only work if you wear them. Tip# 2 It doesn’t take much alcohol to make a boater lose his/her awareness of the surroundings, cause operator inattention, or careless/reckless operation. For those affected by alcohol or drugs, pick a sober operator. Adjust your speed to the conditions. Watch for bad weather. Look to the west for big wind shifts or listen to an AM radio station for static. If you have a marine radio, switch to the weather channel. Make sure your boat complies with federal requirements. For a FREE vessel safety check by a qualified Coast Guard Auxiliary, contact Tom at 417-338-6093.
Tip# 3 Attend a safe boating class. You will benefit even if you are a seasoned boater. When you pass this class most insurance companies will reduce your premium. To sign up for classes call Gibson Tech at 417-272-3271. If you were born after January 1, 1984 in Missouri you are required to pass a safe boating class to operate a boat.
Tip# 4 Before leaving in your boat, file a float plan. While fueling close all hatches, doors and portholes. If you use portable tanks take them off the boat to be fueled. Before docking or undocking, plan the procedure in advance. Be aware of your wake because you are responsible for injuries or damage you cause. Because the Coast Guard recognizes personal water craft (PWC) as full fledged boats, they must adhere to the same rules and regulations as larger boats. Visit us at ExploreBranson.com ■ 1-877-BRANSON ■ Coast Guard Regulations
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The Branson/Lakes Area 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 the opportunities for fun and exploration throughout the 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 home to the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, the Springfield Cardinals AA baseball affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals major league baseball team, Jordan Valley Ice Park, Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts, the Springfield Conservation Nature Center, the historic Landers Theater and more. The national headquarters for Bass Pro Shops is located in Springfield. Guests can browse at the original Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World sporting goods store and boating center, 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 giant complex. Located adjacent to Bass Pro Shops is the Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium, currently closed for major renovations. Wonders of Wildlife is expected to reopen in 2011. The Discovery Center of Springfield is a place for families to interact with hands-on learning for kids of all ages. Visit these other notable sites: Fantastic Caverns (a 50-minute guided tour 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 www.springfieldmo.org
James River A beautiful 30-minute drive west of Branson is the historic James River. Named after one of the first settlers in this area, the river had been a favorite Native American camping site for thousands of years. In the early 1800’s, several of our earliest pioneer settlements were located along the river, drawn by the clear, pure water and abundant fish and wild game. Early in the 20th century, the locals invented the “jon” boat. These long, narrow wooden boats were very 100
stable yet easy to maneuver in the shallow, swift current of the local rivers. To experience the natural beauty of the Ozarks where float fishing was invented, go to visitmo.com
Eureka Springs, Arkansas A short drive southwest of Branson 50 miles into Arkansas will take you to Eureka Springs, the only town in America where the entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Eureka Springs has 63 springs within the city limits and more than 100 springs just outside the city. Originally founded because of the belief in the healing powers of the springs, Eureka Springs remains a charming, Victorian village with more than 230 streets that wind around the hills leading to picturesque Victorian-style bed and breakfast inns, art galleries, gourmet restaurants, wedding chapels, public parks and numerous specialty shops. The town is home to more than 250 Victorian painted lady houses, bed & breakfasts and historic buildings such as the historic 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa and the 1905 Basin Park Hotel. More than 200 local artists and crafters offer a wonderful array of paintings, sculptures, mobiles, fountains and jewelry inside dozens of downtown shops. The Great Passion Play, named “America’s #1 Attended Outdoor Drama,” presents the epic of Jesus Christ’s last week on earth and features a cast of hundreds in an outdoor drama performed from the last Friday in April through the last Saturday in October. Other on-site attractions include the New Holy Land Tour, Christ of the Ozarks Statue, Bible Museum, Sacred Arts Center and more. Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce (800) 638-7352 or www.eurekasprings.org
Buffalo National River, Arkansas The Buffalo River National Park begins as a trickle in the Boston Mountains of northwest Arkansas and our country’s first national river flows 150 miles to the east through the Ozarks and into the White River. The Buffalo River is considered to be one of our nation’s last significant naturally-flowing rivers in regards to its size, wild qualities, Karst formations and associated natural, scenic and historic resources. The 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.
Hollister The town of Hollister shares the shores of Lake Taneycomo with its closest neighbor, Branson. The downtown district is well-known for its Old English village look. (Cont.)
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The main street of town is Downing Street. A new entertainment district is under development featuring Wilderness in the Ozarks resort, southwest Missouri’s largest indoor/outdoor waterpark.
Forsyth The Taney County seat is popular with those who enjoy fishing, boating and hiking. The town offers a variety of camping facilities, resorts, shops and restaurants.
Rockaway Beach Rockaway Beach, the first “Family Resort Community” west of the Mississippi River, was founded in 1917. The small, friendly lakeside town is 10 miles northeast of Branson. With a one-and-a-half mile shoreline stretching along Lake Taneycomo, fishermen come to enjoy one of the top Rainbow and German Brown Trout fishing lakes in America. Legend has it that years ago Al Capone vacationed in Rockaway Beach during his heyday. You can see his alleged hideaway across the lake from downtown.
Lead Hill, Arkansas – Ozark Medieval Fortress Have you ever dreamed of medieval castles? The real strongholds of the past built with extracted stones, felled oaks, and hand-forged tools. Based on an original and unique project with roaring success in Europe, a hideaway in the Ozark Mountains region near Lead Hill, Arkansas, just
south of Branson, is being prepared for a socio-historic project. A team of historians and architectural experts, along with passionate and enthusiastic builders, is forming to build a genuine fortified castle, with 45-foot high towers, 6-foot wide walls, a drawbridge, moats, and stone walls surrounding the main yard using the techniques, material, and rules of the 12th century. Thirty masons, carpenters, and stone carvers dressed in authentic garb will work all year-round for twenty years, the time required to build the enormous castle. Ozark Medieval Fortress will be an entertaining, educational, environmental and scientific attraction park. A fun, emotional trip into the far past, an outdoor laboratory, a living history book.
Conservation Areas Conservation areas such as the 31-acre Ashe Juniper natural area, located approximately 11 miles southwest of Branson, surround the Branson/Lakes Area. The 181-acre Boston Ferry conservation area can be found about five miles north of Branson. Other natural areas include Shelvin Rock Access, Delaware Town Access, Hilltop Tower Site, H.L. Kerr Access, Wire Road Wildlife area and the Jessie Hollow Conservation Area. Department of Conservation (417) 895-6880 www.missouriconservation.org
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Amish Country Store 3100 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3200 • Toll Free: 866-891-5514 Fax: 417-335-3200 amishcountrystore@centurytel.net amishcountrystoreonline.net
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Branson Landing 100 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-3002 • Fax: 417-239-3006 allison.ool@am.jll.com bransonlanding.com
Open all year ‘round. Discover uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment at Branson Landing, located on the waterfront of Lake Taneycomo in downtown Branson. Located in the Branson Craft Mall, Classic Creations by Nan specializes in Glamour Shirts and Jackets, and can ship your special order anytime!
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Classic Creations by Nan 694 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-231-5550 nan@smardon.com classiccreationsbynan.com
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Grand Country Shoppes 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3919 Fax: 417-334-1647 reservations@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
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The Grand Village 2800 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 pamcritchfield@gmail.com grandvillageshops.com
Open all year ‘round. 17 unique shops in a Charleston-style setting. Artisans, gifts, galleries, Christmas shop and great dining.
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IMAX Indoor Shopping Mall 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Open all year ‘round. Branson’s premiere indoor shopping mall, featuring over 20 specialty boutiques... leather goods, quilts, collectibles, grandfather clocks & more! Plus dining and entertainment! Open all year ‘round. Mountain Mama’s General Store serves up over 25 free samples daily of great treats and also offers great gift ideas.
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Mountain Mama’s General Store 3300 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-5800 Fax: 417-336-5810 jaketrobbins@aol.com mountainmama.com
Open all year ‘round. Discover the latest fashion trends and biggest outlet savings at 65 great brands such as Nike, Polo, GAP, Old Navy, Under Armour and more.
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Tanger Outlets 300 Tanger Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9328 • Toll Free: 800-407-2762 Fax: 417-337-9331 jwhiteis@tangeroutlet.com tangeroutlet.com
Grand Country Shoppes include unique gifts, plus boutique specialties at Bitz of Glitz. Don’t miss their famous fudge with free samples for the asking.
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Dining (Dining listings continued on Page 108) Andy Williams Moon River Grill 2600 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9539 kathe@andywilliams.com • andywilliams.com
Open March-December. American cuisine. Approx. cost: $9-25. Lunch, dinner, reservations, full-service menu, cocktails, live entertainment, meeting facilities. Capacity 302.
Buckingham’s Prime Rib & Steakhouse 2820 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7777 • Toll Free: 800-725-2236 buckinghams4@pcis.net • clarionhotelbranson.com
Open Feb.-Dec. Approx. cost: $11.95 & up +tax. Steaks, prime rib, fresh fish and pasta. Breakfast/lunch on request for groups. Dinner reservations suggested, full-service menu, cocktails, meeting facilities. Capacity 300.
Buzzard Bar 612 Devil’s Pool Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 Toll Free: 800-BCLODGE • bigcedar.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $6 - $42 +tax. Modern Ozark American. Full-service menu, cocktails, live entertainment. Capacity 52.
Circle B Supper Show 200 Jess Jo Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1828 • Toll Free: 800-678-6179 Fax: 417-336-3678 •info@circlebshow.com • circlebshow.com
Open Feb.-Dec. Approx. adult admission: $32 +tax, includes show; family pass discounts. Type of cuisine: American, barbecue. Serving dinner. Reservations available, gift shop, live entertainment. Capacity 350.
Devil’s Pool Restaurant 612 Devil’s Pool Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 Toll Free: 800-BCLODGE • bigcedar.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $8 - $42 +tax. Modern Ozark American cuisine. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, Full-Service Menu, Breakfast Buffet,Cocktails, Live Entertainment. Capacity 120.
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Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House 997 St. Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-5060 • Toll Free: 888-363-9880 Fax: 417-335-6664 • bransonsbestrestaurant.com nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $4.99 - $21.99 +tax. Type of cuisine: steak, catfish, ribs & barbecue. All the rolls you can catch and eat. Serving lunch & dinner. Reservations available, full-service menu. Capacity 400.
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Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano 2690 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9882 Fax: 417-334-5896 florentinasristoranteitaliano.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $5 - $30 +tax. Authentic Italian recipes. steaks, chicken, seafood, pasta, salads and great desserts. Serving lunch & dinner. Full-service menu, snacks, cocktails., meeting facilities. Capacity 250.
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Grand Country Buffet 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2434 Fax: 417-334-1647 info@grandcountry.com • grandcountry.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $7 - $13 +tax. American cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Reservations available, buffet, gift shop., meeting facilities. Capacity 480.
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Dining (Continued) The Great American Steak & Chicken House 2421 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6699 • Fax: 417-335-6664 bransonsbestrestaurant.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $4-21 +tax. Chicken, steaks, seafood, and belly buster bring arounds. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, full-service menu. Capacity 250.
The Keeter Center One Opportunity Ave., Point Lookout, MO 65672 Local: 417-239-1900 events@cfo.edu keetercenter.edu
Open all year. Approx. cost: $6 - $24 +tax. Farm to Table America. Lunch, dinner, reservations, fullservice menu, buffet, snacks, gift shop, live entertainment, meeting facilities. Capacity 350.
Flavor of Branson/ BransonRestaurants.com 280 Wintergreen Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2378 • Fax: 417-339-2997 info@bransonrestaurants.com • bransonrestaurants.com
Branson’s #1 Dining Publication is at over 200 locations featuring listings, coupons, maps and more. Visit bransonrestaurants.com for special monthly offers.
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The IMAX Food Court 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2488 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $3 - $15 +tax. Type of cuisine: Quizno’s Subs (subs and soup), Breadeauz Pizza, Baskin Robbins Ice Cream. Serving lunch, dinner, snacks, gift shop and live entertainment. Capacity 600.
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McFarlain’s Family Restaurant 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-4680 • Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Fax: 417-336-5348 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Open all year. Breakfast mid-March thru mid-Dec. Approx. cost: $6 - $18 +tax. Type of cuisine: family dining, classic Ozarks cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, full-service menu, gift shop, live entertainment & meeting facilities. Capacity 600.
Montana Mike’s Steakhouse 2 locations: Hwy. 76 & Hwy. 248 Local: 417-334-5893 • Fax: 417-334-5896 info@bransonimax.com • bransonimax.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $5 - $30 +tax. Type of cuisine: Steaks, chicken, seafood, pasta & salads. Serving lunch, dinner & full-service menu, snacks, cocktails, meeting facilities.
Old Chicago 801 Branson Landing, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2005 ocbranson@gmail.com • oldchicago.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $6 - $20 +tax. Type of cuisine: Pizza, pasta, calzones lunch, dinner, full-service menu, buffet, cocktails, meeting facilities. Capacity 425.
PaPa Grands Pizza 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6709 • Fax: 417-334-1647 info@grandcountry.com • grandcountry.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $4 - $9 +tax. Type of cuisine: Pizza. Serving lunch & dinner. Buffet, gift shop, meeting facilities. Capacity 110.
Plantation Restaurant 3460 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7800 • Toll Free: 888-363-9880 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestbestaurant.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $4.99 - $12.99 +tax. Type of cuisine: country, pan-fried chicken, steaks, seafood. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Full service menu, buffet. Capacity 350.
Silver Dollar City 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7171 • Toll Free: 800-831-4FUN silverdollarcity.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $3.29 - $19.99 +tax. Type of cuisine: Homestyle, country cooking in 17 Award-winning restaurants. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner, buffet, gift shop, live entertainment, meeting facilities. Capacity 40-300.
Stage Door Restaurant/Welk Resort 1984 Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3575 • Toll Free: 800-505-9355 Fax: 417-336-3165 info@welkbranson.com • welkresortbranson.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $7.95 - $15.95 +tax. Type of cuisine: American. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Full-service menu, buffet, snacks, cocktails, gift shop, meeting facilities. Capacity 400.
Truman Coffee & Cafe 612 Devil’s Pool Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 Toll Free: 800-BCLODGE bigcedar.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $4 - $10 +tax. Coffee and sandwich shop. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks. Capacity 40.
WhipperSnappers Seafood Buffet 2421 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3282 • Toll Free: 888-363-9880 Fax: 417-335-6664 • bransonsbestrestaurant.com nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com
Open March-Dec. Approx. cost: $30-40 +tax. Type of cuisine: Whole lobster, crab legs, shrimp, crawfish, clam strips and much more. Buffet, fullservice menu. Capacity 175.
The Worman House 612 Devil’s Pool Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 Toll Free: 800-BCLODGE bigcedar.com
Open all year. Approx. cost: $8 - $42 +tax. Modern American lakeside dining. Dinner, reservations recommended, full-service menu, cocktails, live entertainment, meeting facilities. Capacity 100.
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Indian Point Resort Condominiums Offering Whole Ownership Vacation Condos for pur71 Dogwood Park Trail, Branson, MO 65616 chase on Table Rock Lake with resort amenities, boat Local: 417-338-2250 • Toll Free: 800-888-1891 slips and more. Info Packet Available. Fax: 417-338-3507 • sales@indianpoint.com • indianpoint.com Residential/Homes on beautiful Lake Taneycomo.
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Trophy Run 117 Trophy Run Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-1600 kencates@trophyrun.com • trophyrun.com Whisper Cove 231 Sante Fe Ave., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-COVE info@whispercove.com • whispercove.com
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Payne Stewart Golf Club 100 N. Payne Stewart Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-2963 • Toll Free: 877-337-2963 info@paynestewartgolfclub.com paynestewartgolfclub.com
Open all year ‘round. Approximate cost: $59-$99. Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging on property, dining on property. Branson’s newest 18-hole championship public golf course, honoring legend Payne Stewart. Each hole is interwoven with a story about Stewart.
Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course 142 Clubhouse Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4477 • Toll Free: 866-334-4477 Fax: 417-334-0624 ptrogolf@aol.com • pointeroyale.com
Open all year ‘round. Approximate cost: $39-$49. Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging on property, dining on property. Pointe Royale offers 1-4 bedroom condos on the course. For nightly rentals and golf packages call 800-962-4710.
Thousand Hills Golf 245 S. Wildwood, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4553 • Toll Free: 888-201-1429 Fax: 417-243-2298 proshop@thousandhills.com • thousandhills.com
Open all year ‘round. Approximate cost: $49-$59. Golf carts, rental clubs, pro shop, lodging on property, dining on property. Branson’s favorite public course, located in the heart of town, just blocks from Hwy. 76.
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Thousand Hills Golf Resort 245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-5873 • (800) 864-4145 Fax (417) 337-5740 thousandhills.com info@thousandhills.com
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Cabins at Green Mountain 3864 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 332-3238 • (800) 396-6895 Fax (417) 335-3110 wswift@festiva.travel • festiva/cabins.com
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Big Cedar Lodge 612 Devil’s Pool Rd., Ridgedale, MO 65739 (800) BC LODGE • bigcedar.com jldaugherty@big-cedar.com The Majestic at Table Rock 245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 (417)336-5873 • (800) 864-4145 majestic-at-table-rock.com info@thousandhills.com
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Where memories become traditions... Big Cedar Lodge isn't just about the scenic views of the Ozark Mountainside, Table Rock Lake or the authentic furnishings found around every corner. Over the years, we've found that the memories made here are often our most treasured offering. From the sights and sounds of kids enjoying pony rides, boating, fishing and more to our relaxing spa, peaceful nature walks and savory cuisine, there are plenty of reasons to make our world-class resort an annual tradition. After all, we believe the only thing better than a truly one-of-a-kind experience is being able to do it year after year. 速
Call Vacation Planning today and use promo code BCVBI I to start a new tradition this year at Big Cedar Lodge. Ask about our group rates, too! Just one hour south of
national headquarters in springfield, Missouri.
Call Toll-Free: 1-800-888-1891 or Book Online: www.IndianPoint.com
Lakefront on Table Rock Lake, Indian Point Lodge & Condos is situated on a wooded point bordered by quiet coves. Shaded, gently sloping grounds invite you along the 35-100 yard walk from your door to the water’s edge. Contemporary 1-4 Bedroom Lakefront Lodge Units and Deluxe Condominiums surround you with stylish comfort.
Hot Tub & Heated Pool Open All Year! Kiddie Pool Too!
Lakefront on Table Rock Lake, Trail’s End Resort & RV Park is nestled in a quiet wooded cove. Relax on the deck of your lakefront resort unit or individual log cabin, just 75-120 yds. from the shoreline. Decorated with old-fashioned country charm, the genuine 1-2 bedroom Individual Log Cabins combine rustic beauty and modern comforts.
Heated Pool Open March-Dec! Hot Tub Open All Year ! Kiddie Pool Too!
Eagle’s View Cottages & Condos command a breathtaking view of Table Rock Lake. Guests at Eagle’s View enjoy easy access to the lake and dock facilities. Individual 1-3 Bedroom Cottages painted in a rainbow of pastel colors feature gingerbread trim and Victorian decor. You’ll love the delightful country-cottage atmosphere.
Heated Pool Open March-Dec! Hot Tub Open All Year! Kiddie Pool Too!
Call Toll-Free: 1-800-888-1891 or Book Online: www.IndianPoint.com
Lets Get To The Point! The Point Is...
Treat yourself to a vacation playground as big as all outdoors. Indian Point Resorts’ lakeside beauty and plentiful amenities offer endless fun & enjoyment. Boating, skiing, swimming & fishing on Table Rock Lake are just the beginning. Enjoy sparkling pools, hot tubs, volleyball, badminton, horseshoes, playgrounds, scenic lakeside strolls, even a lively round
Hot Tubs
Fish‘n’ Swim Docks
of ping-pong and other family activities in the game room. Visit Silver Dollar City (2 1⁄2 mi.) and Branson’s Shows & Attractions (6 mi.), then get away and relax in your peaceful vacation resort at Indian Point Resorts...away from the crowds and traffic. Indian Point Resorts gives you more fun for your vacation dollar – you’ve earned it!
Lakeside Picnics
Water Adventures
RV Park, Too
Lakefront Park
Special Values
Branson Entertainment & Christmas Packages: Lodging Silver Dollar City and Music Show Tickets Dining & Shopping Discounts! Plus, Discounts on Extra Nights & Shows! Call for Package Prices
Outdoor fun for kids!
Rental Waverunners
Rental Ski Boats
Seasonal Tips
Play in our gently sloping, shaded park: Kid’s Playgrounds Horseshoes, Volleyball, Badminton,Tetherball and Shuffleboard Lawn Swings, BBQs and Picnic Tables Nature/Fitness Trail
Rental Pontoon Boats
Next to Trail’s End: (lake access, not lakefront)
Rental RV’s
Rental Bass Boats
shows open, nature awakens, ideal for couples/family weekends.
Early June & Late Aug.:
For families with preschoolers: summer fun + low rates = value! Sept.-Oct.: Crafts festivals, fall colors and Indian summer. Perfect for couples. Nov.-Dec.: Christmas fun at Silver Dollar City, light displays, shows, shopping & more!
Electric and lockers.
Instant Fun...Just Add Water! Pontoon Boats Ski Boats with Skis Pro-Style Bass Boats Fishing Boats & Motors Boat Stalls up to12’x30’ w/Lockers Free Launch Ramp Gas Dock Waverunners PWC Docking Pads
Level, Full Hook-up Sites 20/30/50 amp, some pull-thru’s Concrete Patios BBQs, Picnic Tables Extra Clean, Modern Showerhouse Rental RV’s Cable TV
Rental Fishing Boats
Room Choices
Docks/Rentals
March-May: Best fishing,
Free Pedal Boats
Stylish comfort.
Tastefully decorated Condominiums, Cabins and Cottages provide the comforts of home: Fully Equipped Kitchens Telephones, Cable Color TV Air Conditioning and Heat Lakeview Patios or Decks w/ BBQs Some Fireplaces & Whirlpools
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•Rates •Floorplans •Vacation Packages •Special Offers
www.IndianPoint.com
Reservations: 1-800-888-1891 71 Dogwood Park Trail • Branson, MO 65616
Family Owned & Operated 88 SPACIOUS MOTEL ROOMS!
• FREE Shuttle to Silver Dollar City •
• Including 1-Room & 2-Bdrm. Kitchenettes. • Situated on the opposite side of traffic! • FREE Continental Breakfast/In-Room Coffee • Cable TV, DD Phones, Free Local Calls • High Speed Internet • Pool - Game Room - Grills & Picnic Facilities • GROUPS / REUNIONS OUR SPECIALTY! • Banquet Room - Show Reservations Service Available • Only 31⁄2 miles to Branson Music Shows. • Quiet, Convenient...Friendly Atmosphere!
www.BransonDeerRun.com
Sandwich Shop Next Door
e-mail: info@bransondeerrun.com Walk To
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Enjoy the BEST OF BOTH WORLDS…Branson and Table Rock Lake in one magic location! Now you can stay in a lovely condo in rustic lodges nestled in our secluded forest on Indian Point, between SILVER DOLLAR CITY and major marinas, just 4 miles west of the theatre district. Large clubhouse & conference center with private meeting rooms for groups up to 150 persons, perfect for family reunions, corporate and professional meetings, church and other groups. Open year round. Seasonal Rates. Reasonable. AAA, AARP, Silver Dollar City Season Pass, Military, Multi-night Discounts & Discounted Show Tickets. For a night or a lifetime ... Come and experience The Village At Indian Point
Condo Features
Our condominiums are individually decorated and include:
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MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC 3/1-4/15 4/16-5/20 5/21-9/03 10/25-12/31 9/4-10/24 A. 110-115 Lovely A-frame with kitchen, queen bed & double bed or queen & sofa bed. Has a deck overlooking the lake. Bath has shower only. Sleeps up to 4 people. Microwave. B. 101-104 Studio kitchen has 1 queen & 1 double sofa bed. It also has a kitchenette. Deck with a lovely view. Sleeps up to 4 people. Microwave. C. 109 Large 2-bedroom unit, 2 queens in one bedroom & 1 queen in the other. Also a sofa bed in the living-kitchen area & microwave. Deck overlooking lake. Sleeps up to 8 people. D. 105-106 A 2 bedroom unit with a queen bed in each room. Kitchen-living room. Lake view. (One has tub/shower, other shower only, with sofa bed.) Sleeps 4 to 6 people. Microwave. E. 107-108 Our newest. These A-frames have a king-size & a sofa bed in living-kitchen area. Deck overlooking lake. Ideal for honeymoon. Sleeps up to 4. Microwave, tub & shower. F. 116 1994 14 x 70 mobile with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with tub & shower in both, kitchen with oven, central air. Sleeps up to 8 people. Lakefront.
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Please send one day’s deposit for each unit reserved. You are responsible for all days reserved. Balance due upon arrival. Reservation line open 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (800-828-0277). Deposits refunded with 4 weeks notice prior to scheduled arrival date. There are NO refunds for early departure. Additional $4.00 charge for one or two night stays. Additional people, $6.00 per person. Group reservations require 50% deposit. 10% handling fee deducted from all refunds.
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The SuiTeS aT Fall Creek offers fully equipped lakeside accommodations surrounded by the Ozark Mountains and the picturesque lakes of the White river Basin.
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When you think...
Log Cabins Golf Condos Lake Condos
Perfect for a Couple ...a Family... Or a Couple of Families Whether you are looking or a comfortable retreat for just a few nights or Branson Real Estate to call your own, our Branson cabins and Branson condos, ranging from suites to six bedroom units, provide distinctive accommodations and quality amenities with ultimate guest comfort in mind. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, relaxing Jacuzzi tubs, a new fullyequipped fitness center and spacious meeting rooms all combine to make our resort your best choice for a family event or quiet getaway in Branson, Missouri.
Thousand Hills Golf Condos
• Queen and King Suites • 1-5 Bedroom Luxury Condos • Fully Furnished Kitchens (condos) • Living Rooms • King Beds • Private bathrooms • Washer/Dryer (excluding King Suites) • Central Branson Location • Golf, Tennis, Basketball, Indoor/ Outdoor Pools, Playground, Hot Tubs, Exercise Facility • 4,500 Sq. Ft. Meeting Space
Cabins at Grand Mountain
• Jacuzzi Suite 1 Bedroom Cabins • 2-6 Bedroom Luxury Cabins • Fully Furnished Kitchens • Rain Showers
Majestic At Table Rock
• Full Kitchens • King Beds • Private Bathrooms with Whirlpool Tubs • Premier Bedding • Granite Counter Tops • Open & Closed Patios • Breathtaking Lake Views • Pool & Gazebo Overlooking the Lake • Resort Dock with Slip Rental • Prime Lake Location • King Beds • Fireplaces • Secluded Setting In The Heart Of Branson • Screened Porch • Pool
Think Thousand Hills!
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Cameron’s Crag Bed & Breakfast 738 Acacia Club Rd., Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 334-4720 • (800) 233-8529 camerons-crag.com • stay@camerons-crag.com
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Indian Point Resort Condominiums 71 Dogwood Park Tr., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 338-2250 • (800) 888-1891 indianpoint.com • info@indianpoint.com
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Indian Point
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Peppertree at Thousand Hills 2800 Green Mountain Drive Branson, MO 65616 (417) 332-3238 • (800) 396-6895 peppertreethousandhills.com wswift@festiva.travel
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Branson Condo Deals 1294 State Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-4425 • (888) 244-0147 bransoncondodeals.com bransoncondodeals@gmail.com
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Nightly Condo Rentals NOT a Timeshare
Condos: The Affordable Alternative Offering More Space, Convenience & Privacy.
A typical motel room doesn’t offer this much living space. A 1-bedroom condo is ideal for young families or a couple.
Enjoy the privacy of separate bedrooms & baths.
1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom condos: Ideal for groups, reunions, gatherings, business meetings and couples traveling together.
Fully equipped kitchens with all appliances and utensils.
Fun In A Natural & Spacious Setting
Golf, swimming, tennis and more are all located in one beautiful, natural and spacious setting right in Branson. Restaurant, clubhouse, pro shop, meeting rooms and more are right here!
Lots of space for gathering with friends and family.
Recreation & Meetings In A Scenic & Spacious Setting In Branson And Close To All Shows & Attractions! Plus All Of This On-Site!
New & Larger Meeting Complex
Larger, and all-new facilities for meetings and groups up to 200.
Championship Golf Course
Two Lakes For Fishing & Fun
Enjoy our lakeside trout fishing park on Lake Taneycomo. We’re also convenient to fishing and fun on and Table Rock Lake.
Challenge a top 18-hole championship golf course below the bluffs of Lake Taneycomo. Lush green fairways and immaculate greens are the best in the region. Our guests receive exclusive discounted green fees and golf packages.
New Recreation Complex With Indoor Pool & Much More!
Family & Kids Friendly! Kiddie pool, indoor & outdoor pools in one area! Plus playgrounds, hiking trails, tennis courts, state-of-the-art exercise center & more.
•18-Hole Golf Course New Recreation/Meeting Complex Featuring: •New Indoor Pool •Larger Outdoor Pool •Outdoor Hot Tub •Kiddie Pool •Restaurant and Lounge •New Meeting Facilities For up to 200 People •Exercise Center •PGA Golf Pro Shop •Lighted Tennis Courts •Lakeside Trout Fishing Park & Picnic Area •Hiking Trails & Playgrounds
You’ll be surprised how affordable and unforgettable this kind of vacationing is! GOLF VACATION ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGES PACKAGES Book online at www.pointeroyale.com
1-800-962-4710
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Port of Kimberling Marina & Resort 49 Lake Rd., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 739-2315 • Fax (417) 739-5606 info@mypok.com • mypok.com
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Compton Ridge Campground 5040 State Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 (417) 338-2911 • Fax (417) 338-8773 Toll Free (800) 233-8648 info@comptonridge.com • comptonridge.com
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Branson Lakeside RV Park 300 S. Box Car Willie Dr., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-2915 • Fax (417) 334-5575 campground@bransonmo.gov bransonlakesidervpark.com
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Branson KOA 397 Animal Safari Rd., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-4414 • Toll Free (800) 562-4177 info@bransonkoa.com • bransonkoa.com
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A Deep Clear Lake Surrounded By the Ozark Mountains...
The perfect setting for an exceptional vacation. *Cabins *Screened Porches *Indoor & Outdoor Pools *Whirlpool Tub *Marina *Tennis *Rec Rooms *Horseback Riding *Hiking *Fishing *Skiing
Turkey Creek Ranch & Resort Bull Shoals Lake Theodosia MO 1-417-273-4362 www.turkeycreekranch.com
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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 some great live shows and exciting attractions. Neon and nature beckons, so what are you waiting for? You can enjoy the comforts of a full-service 20/30/50amp RV site or unplug and reconnect with your family out 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 pet-friendly. Branson/Lakes Area RV parks and campgrounds boast a Good Sam award-winner and are often featured in Trailer Life. RVing is definitely a family affair. Kids, parents and grandparents benefit from time spent together, so come to Branson where there is something for everyone! See listings on page 136.
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 135 tent sites
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Branson’s Premier
Cabins & Camping Discover nature at its finest at The Wilderness at Silver Dollar City! Choose from traditional tent and full hookup RV sites or a cozy hand-hewn log cabin, all just minutes away from Branson and Mid-America’s Largest Theme Park—Silver Dollar City!
“The Wilderness... is the top pick for rustic log cabins in Branson.” — The Dallas Morning News
800-477-5164 • thewildernesslogcabins.com
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Four Seasons Inn
2820 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-7666 • (800) 725-2236 clarionhotelbranson.com info@clarionhotelbranson.com
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3215 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-1894 • (877) 334-1894 myerhotels.com • info@myerhotels.com
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2843 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-7948 • Fax (417) 334-7232 baldknobbers.com
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2350 Green Mountain Dr.,Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-6500 • Fax (417) 334-6504 angelinnofbranson.com postmaster@angelinnofbranson.com
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Jan.Dec.
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3311 Shepherd of the HIlls Expy. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-2300 • Fax (417) 336-4165 amazing-branson-hotels.com postmaster@ amazing-branson-hotels.com 263 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-8866 • (800) 760-8866 Fax (417) 336-2585 • barringtonhotel.com rjabarringtonhotel@gmail.com
3257 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-8378 • (877) 334-8378 Fax (417) 334-8855 myerhotels.com • info@myerhotels.com
236 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-4500 • Fax (417) 334-6838 postmaster@ bransontowershotel.com bransontowershotel.com
3601 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-8694 • (800) 443-8694 Fax (417) 334-1037 myerhotels.com • info@myerhotels.com
3598 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 335-2030 • (800) 942-3553 Fax (417) 335-2039 honeysuckleinn.com administration@honeysuckleinn.com 2422 Shepherd of the Hills Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-8855 • (888) 807-5577 Fax (417) 336-1346 scenichillsinn.com info@scenichillsinn.com 3295 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 335-8108 • (800) 324-8752 Fax (417) 335-8861 southernoaksinn.com southoaks@aol.com
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Holiday Inn Express Green Mountain Drive
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Green Gables Inn
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Hwy. 165 All American Inn & Suites
3102 Falls Parkway Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-2800 • Fax (866) 919-2284 Fax (417) 336-3963 info@allamericaninnandsuites.com allamericaninnandsuites.com
3001 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-6000 • (888) 273-3919 Fax (417) 336-6800 castlerockbranson.com info@castlerockbranson.com 2400 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-3400 • (800) 336-2497 Fax (417) 336-3486 greengablesinnbranson.com reservation@greengablesinnbranson.com
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Cardinal Hill Cottages
5410 St. Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 (417) 338-8732 • Fax (800) 759-8421 Fax (417) 338-8732 cardinalhillcottages.com cardinalhillcottages@suddenlink.com
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Kimberling City
Kimberling Inn Resort 11863 St. Hwy 13 Kimberling City, MO 65686 (417) 739-4311 • (800) 833-5551 kimberling.com connie@kimberling.com Port of Kimberling Marina & Resort 49 Lake Rd., Kimberling City, MO 65686 (417) 739-2315 mypok.com info@mypok.com
Hollister
The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks One Opportunity Avenue Point Lookout, MO 65726 (417) 239-1900 keetercenter.edu events@cofo.edu
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Comfort Inn & Suites 5150 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 (417) 335-4731 • (877) 7-HOTELS myerhotels.com • info@myerhotels.com
Best Western Plus Landing View Inn & Suites 403 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-6464 • (800)828-0404 bwlandingview.com reservation@bwlandingview.com
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Branson’s Award–Winning Hotels
Best Western Music Capital Inn
Mountain Lodge Luxury
The Comfort Inn & Suites offers a unique mountain lodging experience with million dollar views of the Ozarks and Branson area. Our cozy lodge feeling is unique to Branson and creates a great hotel stay. Come discover why we are one of the most awarded Comfort Inns in the United States.
The Best Western Music Capital Inn is located directly across from one of Branson’s most popular shows, the Shoji Tabuchi Show with others nearby. You’ll love the amenities we have but the staff service is out of this world. Find out why we are a top ranked Best Western and top Trip Advisor hotel.
Near Sight & Sound, The Mansion, Tri-Lakes Center, Kirby Vanburch, Yakov Smirnoff and Oak Ridge Boys Theaters. Suites Available. 100% nonsmoking. Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Game Room, Exercise Room, Gift Shop, iBranson Ticket Services, Free Hot Breakfast, Free High Speed Internet
Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Game Room, Exercise Room, Gift Shop, iBranson Ticket Services, Free Hot Breakfast, Free High Speed Internet, Two Sink Vanities, 100% Non-Smoking. Variety of Room Types.
5150 Gretna Road | Branson, MO 65616 | www.myerhotels.com
877.7.HOTELS (46-8357)
877.334.8378
3257 Shep. of the Hills Exp. | Branson, MO 65616 | www.myerhotels.com
The closest hotel in Branson to Silver Dollar City and Shepherd of the Hills Homestead. Across from the IMAX Entertainment Complex.
The Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills offers a spectacular setting, awesome amenities and fantastic, friendly service.
From the moment you first arrive at the Comfort Inn West, you’ll appreciate the attention to detail. The landscaping at the hotel is wonderful with beautiful flowers and lots of green space. Enjoy the outdoors on our sundeck or patio area. If you are looking for quality accommodations at an excellent value, the Comfort Inn West is a great choice. Walk to restaurants, shows & attractions.
Nestled among the Ozark Mountains and overlooking the Thousand Hills Golf Course, you’ll enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and fantastic service. The hotel is also located close to some of Branson’s top musical entertainment, such as Andy Williams and Branson Variety Theaters. Shopping nearby at Tanger Outlet. Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Game Room, Exercise Room, Gift Shop, iBranson Ticket Services, Free Hot Breakfast, Free High Speed Internet, Two Sink Vanities, 100% Non-Smoking. Variety of Room Types.
877.335.4727
203. S. Wildwood Dr. | Branson, MO 65616 | www.myerhotels.com
87 Queen/King Rooms, Two Room Suites, 100% Non-Smoking Rooms Indoor Pool, Hot Tub, Free Hot Breakfast, Free High Speed Internet, Elevator iBranson Ticket Services, & more. Walk to RFD-TV Theatre and 5 restaurants.
800.443.8694
3601 Shep. of the Hills Exp. | Branson, MO 65616 | www.myerhotels.com
TO REACH ANY HOTEL CALL 888-262-8144 | www.myerhotels.com | See inside back cover for more information.
Shows, Dining & More... A Central Location With Easy Access to Everything! Right at Your Door!
• Indoor Corridors with Elevators • Centrally Located to all Outlet Malls • FREE Extended Continental Breakfast • Outdoor Pool •Meeting Room • Quiet Location & Great Ozarks View!
•Behind Andy Williams Theater •Walk to Grand Palace •Outdoor Pool •Oversized Double Queen Rooms •FREE Continental Breakfast •Across from Panera Bread and short walk to much more dining
800-336-2497 2400 Green Mountain Drive In Branson 417-336-3400
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This special rate based on double occupancy for a standard room, subject to availability, is non-commissionable, not valid for groups or in conjunction with any other offer and must be presented at time of reservation. Excludes holidays and special events. Offer expires 12/31/11.
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1415 Roark Valley Rd. in Branson 417-336-4000
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3431 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 www.lodgeoftheozarks.com 417•334•7535 877•327•9894
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Landing View Inn & Suites 403 W. Main Street
Now a BEST WESTERN PLUS 3-Diamond Hotel. Nearest Best Western to Branson Landing. Check us out online.
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30,000 sq. ft. Indoor Waterpark� 10,000 sq. ft. Outdoor Waterpark� Tower Grill� Waterpark Day Passes� Game Room� Castle Rock Gift Shop� Guest Laundry� Meeting & Hospitality Rooms�
Branson’s Largest� Indoor Waterpark!�
3001 Green Mountain Drive ~ Branson, MO 65616 ~ (888) 273-3919� www.CastleRockBranson.com�
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Easy Access to Shows, Shopping & Attractions Spacious Double Queen Rooms & Jacuzzi Suites Complimentary Deluxe Continental Hot Breakfast Indoor Pool, Fitness Room & Guest Computer Wireless Internet Meeting & Banquet Room Handicap Accessible Rooms Secured Indoor Hallways & Elevators Children 17 and Under Stay Free Complimentary Wireless Internet All Non-Smoking Rooms Guest Laundry Show Tickets 24 Hour Staff
Call 417-334-8866 or 800-760-8866 Fax: 417-336-2585
www.barringtonhotel.com
263 Shepherd of the Hills Exp., Branson, MO 65616
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BRANSON’S BEST KEPT SECRET
30 well-appointed suites, some with fireplace and balcony overlooking the Branson skyline Exquisite dining and an incomparable Sunday brunch
Less than a 1/4 mile to
Located on the campus of College of the Ozarks, featuring a working dairy farm and grist mill, amazing museum, awardwinning orchid collection, and more!
Two miles south of Branson, exit Business Hwy 65 in Hollister, MO.
417.239.1900 / www.keetercenter.edu
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Vacation Services (Vacation Services listings continued on Page 159) Branson Country Tours 1140 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2220 • Toll Free: 800-841-2376 Fax: 417-336-2224 bctours@aol.com • bransoncountrytours.com
Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, airport pick-up, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, local transportation, 24-hour assistance, specialty/ service publication.
Branson Ticket & Travel 2743 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2707 • Toll Free: 800-432-4202 Fax: 417-335-8816 diane@bransonticket.com • BransonTicket.com
Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, airport pickup, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, 24-hour assistance.
Branson Tourism Center 220 Branson Hills Parkway, Ste. K, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4400 • Toll Free: 866-279-1187 Fax: 417-334-9700 • bransontourismcenter.com info@bransontourismcenter.com
Open all year, except Christmas Day. Packages, accommodations, group services, itinerary planning, meals.
Branson Veterans Events and Reunions 2206 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-230-2278 lipperad@hotmail.com • bransonveteransevents.com
Open all year. Group services, special events, itinerary planning, specialty service/publication.
BransonMissouri.com 280 Wintergreen Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8455 • Toll Free: 877-ENTERTAIN Fax: 417-348-0933 info@bransonmissouri.com • bransonmissouri.com
Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, speciality service/publication.
DiscoverBranson.com 1294 A State Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-2364 • Toll Free: 800-768-3914 Fax: 417-399-3013 info@discoverbranson.com • discoverbranson.com
Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, 24-hour assistance.
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Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, speciality service/publication.
iBranson Ticket Services 280 Wintergreen Rd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8455 • Toll Free: 877-368-3782 Fax: 417-348-0933 • info@ibranson.com • iBranson.com
Open all year. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, speciality service/publication.
Regal Vacation Services 3100 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8464 • Toll Free: 800-417-5253 Fax: 417-334-7805 contact@regalvacationservices.com regalvacationservices.com
Open Feb. - Dec. Packages, accommodations, local ticket delivery, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, 24-hour assistance.
Terry’s Transport, Tickets & Golf 190 Potential Drive, Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-331-2582 • Fax: 417-339-1024 tbowling@centurytel.net • ttbranson.com
Open all year. Local ticket delivery, airport pick-up, group services, itinerary planning, entertainment, meals, local transportation, specialty service/publication.
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Branson Airport Branson Airport is currently serviced by AirTran 4000 Branson Airport Blvd., Hollister, MO 65672 Airways, Frontier Airlines and Branson AirExpress; Local: 417-334-8857 • Toll Free: 888-FLY-BKG-1 with connections to over 100 destinations. Fax: 417-334-2190 info@flybranson.com • flybranson.com
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Branson Gray Line 155 Industrial Park Drive, Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-335-4466 • Toll Free: 800-237-4466 Fax: 417-335-4670 liz@bransongrayline.com • mobilebranson.com
We are a full-service transportation provider as well as a receptive operator. We offer taxi, sedan, shuttle and motorcoach service. Branson Gray Line operates Yellow Cab, City Cab, Jerry’s Super Shuttle and Checker Cab. Just a short drive from Branson, SpringfieldBranson National Airport offers non-stop service from twelve cities across the nation.
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Springfield - Branson National Airport 2300 North Airport Blvd., Springfield, MO 65802 Local: 417-868-0500 • Fax: 417-868-0501 info@flyspringfield.com • flyspringfield.com Terry’s Transport, Tickets & Golf 190 Potential Drive, Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-331-2582 • Fax: 417-339-1024 tbowling@centurytel.net • ttbranson.com
Open all year. Specializing in small groups and individuals. Charter shuttles, airport runs. Reasonable prices, dependable service, perfect safety record, fully insured.
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Business Listings ATTRACTIONS Attractions & Amusements Adventure Ziplines Of Branson 501 N. Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 559-6700 deandra@adventureziplinesofbranson.com adventureziplinesofbranson.com Branson Scenic Railway 206 East Main St. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6110 ikamp@bransontrain.com bransontrain.com Branson Zipline Canopy Tours 2339 US Hwy 65 Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 561-2500 ehamilton@bransonzipline.com bransonzipline.com Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure 4106 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2231 sarahb@thebutterflypalace.com thebutterflypalace.com
Castle Of Chaos 3030 West Highway 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com castleofchaosbranson.com Discovery Center Of Springfield 438 E. St Louis St Springfield MO 65806 (417) 862-9910 cmccoy@discoverycenter.org discoverycenter.org Fun Spot @ Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2454 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Ghost & Haunt Tours Of Branson 101 South Business 65 Branson MO 65616 (417) 423-7812 fredathay@hotmail.com hauntedghosttours.com Hannah’s Maze Of Mirrors 3030 West Highway 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8700 branson@hollywoodwax.com
IMAX® Entertainment Complex 3562 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3533 bransonimax.com Inspiration Tower/Vigilante Ziprider 5586 W. Hwy. 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4191 kmathes@oldmatt.com theshepherdofthehills.com
Titanic - Branson 3235 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-9500 kristy@titanicbranson.com titanicbranson.com The Track Family Fun Parks 4 Branson Locations (417) 334-1612 info@bransontracks.com bransontracks.com
Ozark Medieval Fortress 1671 Hwy 14 West Lead Hill AR 72644 (870) 436-7625 contact@ozarkmedievalfortress.com ozarkmedievalfortress.com
Turpentine Creek Wildlife 239 Turpentine Creek Lane Eureka Springs AR 72632 (479) 253-5841 tanyatcwr@aol.com turpentinecreek.org
Splash Country Indoor Waterpark 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Zip Line USA 3375 US Hwy 160 Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 559-5398 info@goziplineusa.com goziplineusa.com
Table Rock Lake Pontoons, Inc. 318 Nautical Drive Kimberling City MO (417) 739-2732 trpontoon@tri-lakesns.net pontoonrentals.com
Boat Excursions Branson Landing Cruises 7 N Boardwalk Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3980 info@bransonlandingcruises.com bransonlandingcruises.com Ride The Ducks 2320 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (877) 887-8225 info@bransonducks.com bransonducks.com Showboat Branson Belle 4800 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (800) 475-9370 info@silverdollarcity.com showboatbransonbelle.com Movie Theaters Branson Meadows Cinema 4740 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2884 becky@bransonimax.com bransonmeadowscinema11.com
The next several pages include a listing of many businesses in the greater Branson/Lakes area. For additional business information, please visit the websites listed below. You can also receive more information by calling the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-214-3661.
Chambers of Commerce Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.explorebranson.com
Forsyth Chamber of Commerce
www.forsythmissouri.net
Hollister Chamber of Commerce
www.hollisterchamber.net
Indian Point Chamber of Commerce
www.indianpointchamber.com
Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce
www.rockawaybeachchamber.com
Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce
www.visittablerocklake.com
Other Helpful Websites Branson Area Receptive Association Branson/Lakes Area Lodging Association
www.bransongrouptourplanners.com www.bransonarealodging.com
Branson League of Theater Owners
www.showsinbranson.com
Branson Veterans Task Force
www.bransonveterans.com
City of Branson
www.bransonmo.org
Stone County
www.stoneco-mo.us
Taney County
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Museums & Galleries Bonniebrook Historical Society 485 Rose O’Neill Road Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 561-1509 exoilgal@aol.com roseoneill.org Branson Auto Museum 1335 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (800) 260-6370 showden@bransonmuseum.com bransonmuseum.com The Branson Exhibition Center, Featuring Diana, The People’s Princess 3950 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6611 pamcritchfield@gmail.com dianaprincessbranson.com Creation Museum Of The Ozarks 316 North Dogwood Strafford MO 65757 info@creationmuseumoto.org creationmuseumoto.org Dinosaur Museum 2020 West 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8739 info@bransondinosaurs.com dinosaurmuseumbranson.com Gallery At The Lake 15209 State Hwy 13 Branson West MO 65737 (417) 739-1781 info@galleryatthelake.com galleryatthelake.com Harold Bell Wright Museum 3609 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-1499 Haunted House & Monster Asylum 2020 West Hwy 76 (Next To Wal-Mart) Branson MO 65616 (417) 33-HAUNT haunted@centurytel.net hauntedinbranson.com Hollywood Wax Museum 3030 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8277 branson@hollywoodwax.com hollywoodwax.com/branson Ralph Foster Museum One Cultural Court Point Lookout MO 65726 (417) 690-3407 sain@cofo.edu rfostermuseum.com Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Odditorium 3326 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5300 heather@entcon.com branson.ripleys.com Veterans Memorial Museum 1250 West 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2300 info@veteransmemorialbranson.com veteransmemorialbranson.com Theaters & Live Shows #1 Hits Of The 60s! Show 3440 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-1960 amcamproductions@yahoo.com 1hitsofthe60s.com A Neil Diamond Tribute Branson MO 65615 (417) 464-8497 diana@aneildiamondtribute.com aneildiamondtribute.com Acrobats Of China Featuring New Shanghai Circus 645 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-8888 sales@acrobatsofchina.com acrobatsofchina.com
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Baldknobbers Jamboree Show 2835 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4528 baldknobbers.com Bill Chrastil 205 S. Commercial St. Branson MO 65616 (402) 326-2435 di432@aol.com billchrastil.com Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater 1728 State Hwy H Lampe MO 65681 (417) 779-1222 dhansen@blkoakamp.com blkoakamp.com Brett Family Singers 1600 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4222 brettfamily@compuserve.com brettfamily.com Buck Trent Morning Show 118 Hampshire Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-5428 banjo@pcis.net bucktrent.com Buckets N Boards 3216 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2529 gareth@bucketsnboards.com claycoopertheatre.com Caravelle Theatre 3446 W 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5100 jmock@caravelle.com caravelletheatre.com The Cat’s Pajamas Vocal Band 3454 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2772 vocalmeow@gmail.com vocalmeow.com Circle B Supper Show 200 Jess Jo Pkwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1828 christy@circlebshow.com circlebshow.com Cirque Montage 3115 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6323 dknulty@starlitetheatre.com starlitetheatre.com Clay Cooper’s Country Music 2215 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7123 tina@claycooper.biz claycooper.biz Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Country Tonite 464 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1333 dwilhite@orbtheatre.com themansiontheatre.com Daniel O’Donnell Show 130 White Oak Circle Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 334-1545 rick@protelco.net Dino Productions, Inc. PO Box 6060 Branson MO 65615 (417) 335-6866 Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction 1525 W 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3000 bransonreservations@dixiestampede.com dixiestampede.com
Amazing Pets @ Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Doug Gabriel Show 3440 Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8300 dougshowinfo@aol.com douggabriel.com
Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1800 kathe@andywilliams.com andywilliams.com
Down Home Country Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Dutton Family Theatre 3454 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2772 jud@spamex.com theduttons.com Elvis Tribute Show Starring Joseph Hall 205 S. Commercial St Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1113 hallkk@aol.com josephhall.net The George Dyer Show 3454 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2772 wyncharlys@msn.com georgedyer.com Grand Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Hamner Barber Variety Show 3090 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4363 info@hamnerbarber.com hamnerbarber.com Haygoods The New Americana Theatre 2905 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4663 info@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com Hot Sunday Nites 3069 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-8742 jmayfield@piercearrowtheater.com piercearrowtheatre.com Hughes Brothers Show 3425 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0076 lenah@hughes-brothers.com hughes-brothers.com JEERK 3425 W 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0076 Jim Stafford Theatre 3440 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8080 info@jimstafford.com jimstafford.com Joey Riley Comedy Music Review 3455 W Hwy 76 (417) 334-4484 clara_riley@msn.com joeyriley.net Legend Of Kung Fu 2255 Gretna Rd Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2396 pamcritchfield@gmail.com kungfubranson.com Legends In Concert 1600 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-STAR info@legendsinconcert.com legendsinconcert.com Lennon Sisters Welk Resort 1984 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3575 lennonsisters.com Little Opry Theatre 3562 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4832 jill@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com Liverpool Legends 189 Expressway Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1333 tracyjanine@aol.com themansiontheatre.com Magnificent Variety Show 3950 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7131 joetam1@aol.com magnificentvariety.com Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1333 themansiontheatre.com
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Mickey Gilley Theatre 3455 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3210 gilleys.com
Shake Rattle & Roll 2701 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2500 http://bransonvarietytheatre.com
Moe Bandy Show 3440 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8080 marketing@moebandy.com moebandy.com
Shepherd Of The Hills 5586 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 (800) 653-6288 rwithrow@snadonproperties.com theshepherdofthehills.com
New South GospelGrand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
The Shoji Tabuchi Show 3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-7469 shoji.com
Oak Ridge Boys Theatre 464 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1333 requestinfo@themansiontheatre.com themansiontheatre.com The Osmonds/Paul Harris 1835 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6100 cstecker@musiccitycentre.com musiccitycentre.com Ozark Mountain Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Ozark Murder Mysteries 200 Jess Jo Pkwy. Branson MO 65616 (417) 559-5170 ozarkmurdermysteries@killerflea.com killerflea.com Penny Gilley Show Featuring Jeff Brandt 3750 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-4800 info@pennygilley.com pennygilley.com Pierce Arrow Theater 3069 Shepherd Of The Hills Expy. Branson MO 65616 (877) 687-4241 jmayfield@piercearrowtheater.com piercearrowtheater.com The Platters 3115 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9333 jpearce@starlitetheatre.com starlitetheatre.com Presleys’ Country Jubilee 2920 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4874 info@presleys.com presleys.com Rankin Brothers 3446 W. Hwy. 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5100 larryrankin@suddenlink.net rankinbrothers.com Red, Hot & Blue The Americana Theatre 2905 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4663 info@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com
Sight & Sound Theatres 1001 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (800) 377-1277 customerservice@sight-sound.com sight-sound.com SIX 3425 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3688 info@numaxentertainment.com thesixshow.com Starlite Theatre 3115 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (866) 991-8445 jpearce@starlitetheatre.com starlitetheatre.com Sunday Gospel Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2484 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Taylor Reed’s Tower Theater 4600 N. Gretna Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-3232 cschell3@hotmail.com taylorreed.com The Thomas Brothers 1835 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-7469 info@thethomasbrothers.com thethomasbrothers.com Tony Orlando 1984 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 243-1214 welkresortbranson.com Tony Roi The Elvis Experience The Americana Theatre 2905 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4663 info@theamericanatheatre.com theamericanatheatre.com Tri-Lakes Center Branson, LLC 2527 Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-5715 thomas@trilakescenter.com Tri-Lakes Community Theatre 880 Wilshire Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4241 Twelve Irish Tenors 2701 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-9494 spiritbranson@aol.com bransonvarietytheater.com
RFD-TV Theatre 4080 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2282 trey@rfdtv.com rfdtv.com/theatre
Wade Landry Show 1840 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6806 deaston@godandcountrybranson.com godandcountrytheatre.com
Ricky Boen & Texas Mud 3090 Shepherd Of The Hills Expressway Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4363 bojane38@aol.com texasmud.com
Welk Resort Theatre 1984 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7469 donna@sullivanshows.com welkresortbranson.com
Rock N Roll Is Here To Stay With Don Solice Branson Star Theatre 3750 W. 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7131 rlcproductions@sbcglobal.net myspace.com/rocknrollbranson
Yakov Smirnoff Theatre 470 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3838 info@yakov.com yakov.com
Roy Rogers Jr. Show 3455 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3210 groups@royrogers.com royrogersjrshow.com
Bob Evans General Store 801 W Main Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2023 Bradford Inn Eatery & Bakeshop 3590 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-5555 porterb@suddenlink.com bradfordeatery.com
Gardens Restaurant The Shoppes At Branson Meadows Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-9598 thegardensrestaurant@yahoo.com thegardensrestaurant.com
Candlestick Inn, LLC 127 Taney Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3633 candlestickinn@aerosurf.net candlestickinn.com
Gilley’s Texas Cafe 3457 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2755 gilleys.com
Charley’s Grilled Subs 331 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7334 bransoncharleys@yahoo.com Charlie’s Steak, Ribs & Ale 3009 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6090 cjstennett@suddenlink.net charliessteakribsandale.com Chateau Grille 415 N State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1161 chateauonthelake@jqh.com chateauonthelake.com Chester’s Restaurant 2005 W. Hwy 76 Suite 209 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7838 chestersrestaurant@yahoo.com eatchesters.com Bars & Lounges
Silver Dollar City 399 Silver Dollar City Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2611 info@silverdollarcity.com silverdollarcity.com
Outback Pub 1924 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7003 outbackpub@gmail.com outbackbranson.com
White Water 3505 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (800) 831-4FUN bransonwhitewater.com
Catering Services
Wineries Branson Ridge Winery 307 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-9700 info@bransonridgewinery.com bransonridgewinery.com Lindwedel Wine Garden, LLC 3158 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-0256 adam@lindwedelwinegarden.com bransonwine.com Mount Pleasant Winery 3125 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-9463 branson@mountpleasant.com mountpleasant.com Stone Hill Winery 601 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1897 branson-info@stonehillwinery.com stonehillwinery.com/locations/branson
DINING Bakeries & Desserts Dino’s 24 Karrot Cake Company 204 N. Commercial Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6866 Fall Creek Bakery 3914 Fall Creek Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1673 picolinda@suddenlink.net
Showtime Catering, LLC 200 Jess Jo Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 544-1105 advantageproperties@suddenlink.net Coffee Shops Starbucks Coffee Company 201 E Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1390 candra@centurytel.net starbucks.com Fast Food McDonald’s #1 515 W Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1490 McDonald’s #2 2214 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2505 McDonald’s #3 1361 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7744 Sonic Drive-In 3250 Falls Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-5024 store4525@sonicpartnernet.com soniccruisers.com Steak ‘N’ Shake 503 W Main Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5303 Subway 1615 W 76 Hwy Suite J Branson MO 65616 (417) 331-2514 tpino.subway@socket.net eatfreshmo.com
Chili’s Grill & Bar 1150 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-0992 c01339@chilis.com chilis.com
Taco Bell 2000 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2576
Cracker Barrel 3765 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3003
Wendy’s - Branson Hills 1124 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 887-7677 arozier@wendysofmissouri.com wendysofmissouri.com
Dairy Queen Grill And Chill 1530 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 544-1980
Wendy’s - Downtown 1855 S Ingram Mill Road Springfield MO 65804 (417) 887-7677 Wendy’s - West Hwy 76 1855 S Ingram Mill Road Springfield MO 65804 (417) 887-7677 Ice Cream Shops Andy’s Frozen Custard 1855 S Ingram Mill Road Suite 202 Springfield MO 65804 (417) 881-3500 info@eatandys.com eatandys.com Restaurants Andy Williams Moon River Grill 2600 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9539 kathe@andywilliams.com andywilliams.com Baldknobbers Country Restaurant 2845 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7202 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestrestaurant.com Barbara Fairchild Diner Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4718 royboy5@msn.com barbarafairchild.com Bleu Olive 204 N. Commercial Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2538 bleuolivegrille@aol.com bleuolive.com
Fuddruckers Restaurant 1615 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6666
Buckingham’s Prime Rib & Steakhouse 2820 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 559-0444 info@clarionhotelbranson.com buckingham’s4@pcis.net
Cantina Laredo 1001 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6062 rshaw@croinc.com cantinalaredo.com
Theme Parks
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 1185 Branson Hills Pkwy. Branson MO 65616 (316) 990-1515 jaime@3pointe.com freddyusa.com
Golden Corral 3551 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6297 kdmichaels@aol.com Golden Dragon 1946 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65615 (417) 243-1120 sandra.flores83@gmail.com bransongoldendragon.com Grand Country Buffet 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2434 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com The Great American Steak & Chicken House 2421 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 (417)335-6699 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestrestaurant.com IMAX® Food Court 3562 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3533 bransonimax.com Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sub Shop 2715 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-2701 awiley@aol.com Landry’s Seafood House 2900 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-1010 Little Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar #9 Treasure Lake Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2008 fgomez417@live.com.mx
Devil’s Pool Restaurant 612 Devil’s Pool Road Ridgedale MO 65739 (417) 335-2777
Lonestar Steakhouse & Saloon 201 Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5030 msgrpsales@aol.com
Domino’s Pizza 538 S National Springfield MO 65802 (417) 865-8443
Mazzio’s Pizza 1167 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4054
Ernie Biggs Dueling Piano Bar 505 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3670 craig@erniebiggs.com erniebiggs.com
McFarlain’s Restaurant 3562 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4680 debby@bransonimax.com bransonimax.com
Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House 997 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5060 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestrestaurant.com
Mel’s Hard Luck Diner 2800 W 76 The Grand Village Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-0150 kritertracks@aol.com
Famous Dave’s 1201 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4858 branson@famousdavescmc.com famousdaves.com
Montana Mike’s 3562 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2766 bransonimax.com
Florentina’s Italian Ristorante 2690 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9882 florentinasitalianristorante.com Forsyth Flower Cottage And Tea Room 16052 US Hwy 160 Forsyth MO (417) 546-5848 ffcandtearoom@hotmail.com forsythflowercottage.com
Mr. Goodcents Subs & Pasta 1232 Branson Hills Pkwy #201 Branson MO 65615 (417) 337-7827 bransonsubs@gmail.com mrgoodcentsbranson.com Old Chicago 801 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2005 coreygonzalez@hotmail.com oldchicago.com
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Olive Garden 3790 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5811
GROUPS, REUNIONS & MEETINGS
Outback Steak & Oyster Bar 1914 Country Music Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6306 gm@outbackbranson.com outbackbranson.com
Ultra Events 1440 State Hwy 248, Q-186 Branson MO 65616 (417) 297-0676 teresa@ultraeventsmo.com ultraeventsmo.com
Panera Bread 2407 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65807 (417) 336-4550 mindy.spitz@ilovepanera.com
Meeting Facilities
Papa Grands Pizza 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6709 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Papa John’s Pizza 1029 W Main Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7272 brad_reece@teampapa.com papajohns.com Pepper Bellies Mexican Restaurant 5378 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-1058
Branson Convention Center 200 Sycamore Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5401 william.tirone@hilton.com bransonconvention.com Branson Mall Portrait & Events 2206 W 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 231-4649 bookbranson@gmail.com http://bransonmallevents.com Keeter Center One Opportunity Avenue Point Lookout MO 65726 (417) 690-2101 burgess@cofo.edu keetercenter.edu Student Groups
Plantation Restaurant 3460 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7800 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestrestaurant.com
Branson On Stage Live! Po Box 6609 Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-5599 bosl55@juno.com bransononstagelive.com
Plaza View 245 N Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2798
Kaleidoscope Adventures, Inc. 3000 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (248) 941-3562 elaine@kaleidoscopeadventures.com kaleidoscopeadventures.com
Red Lobster 3559 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5988 Rib Crib 1855 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7427 ribcrib28@ribcrib.com ribcrib.com Ronna’s Ledgestone Grille 1600 Ledgestone Way Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 894-7227 steveweyher@hotmail.com Rowdy Beaver 1810 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7409 lag@rowdybeaver.com rowdybeaver.com Sadie’s Sideboard 2830 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3619 rowbothan@sadiessideboard.com sadiessideboard.com Starlite Diner 3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9333 dknulty@starlitetheatre.com starlitetheatre.com Steak ‘N’ Shake - West 1386 Hwy 376 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2565 Texas Land & Cattle Steakhouse 915 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8200 branson@txlc.com txlc.com Time Out Sports Bar And Grill 1335 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8463 bsnu2day@yahoo.com bransonnightlife.com/timeoutsportsbarandgrill Waxy O’Shea’s Irish Pub 235 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (913) 980-3341 vaughantom@aol.com waxyosheas.com Whipper Snappers Restaurant 2421 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-3282 nicolle@bransonsbestrestaurant.com bransonsbestrestaurant.com
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Event Planners
REAL ESTATE & LAND DEVELOPMENT Asselin Family Properties, LLC PO Box 124 Branson MO 65615 (417) 561-2455 Bart & Brown Realty 204 S. 3rd Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-0300 bartandbrown@suddenlink.net bartandbrown.com Boeker Group Real Estate 9308 Hwy 76 Suite A Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-2100 info@boekergroup.com boekergroup.com Branson Hills Development, LLC 153 South Payne Stewart Drive Ste. B Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-3439 jpenn@hcw.us Branson Tri-Lakes Prop Mgt LLC 120 N Cedar Drive Blue Eye MO 65611 (417) 739-1902 jimearl@btlpm.com btlpm.com Carol Jones Realtors 45 Notch Shopping Lane Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-2022 cjr@caroljones.com caroljones.com Carol Jones, Realtors 1484 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-5950 donnamoon@caroljones.com caroljones.com Cedar Shores Ranch Estates 21412 US Hwy 160 Kissee Mills MO 65680 (417) 546-2240 cedarshoresranchestates.com Commercial One Brokers, LLC 500 W Main Street Suite 302 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3149 critch@commercialonebrokers.com commercialonebrokers.com Cotswold Realty Condo Sales 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2250 sales@indianpoint.com indianpoint.com
Country Ridge 2026 Bird Rd Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-3672 countryridge@suddenlinkmail.com keymgmtco.com Country Ridge Residences 2550 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-9095 countryridge@suddenlinkmail.com Cushman Real Estate Mgmt, LLC 500 W Main St Suite 305 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0482 joann@cushmanproperties.com cushmanproperties.com Emerald Pointe Development 160 Emerald Pointe Drive Hollister MO 65672 (417) 339-3501 snadon@snadonproperties.com emeraldpte.com ERA Table Rock Realty 2101 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3138 eratblrk@gte.net Foggy River Realty, LLC 122 Symington Place Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-5433 foggy@foggyriver.com foggyriver.com Frontline Development, LLC 4520 Main Street #1650 Kansas City MO 64111 (816) 753-5131 nick@frontlinedevelopmentkc.com Gerken & Associates, Realtors 1157 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1892 info@gerkenandassociates.com gerkenandassociates.com Great American Title, Hwy 248 1440 State Hwy 248 Suite D Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2135 roxanneh@gatozarks.com gatozarks.com HCW Realty 221 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-0951 ehuffman@hcw.us hcwrealty.com Jones Lang LaSalle Retail 100 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3002 toddhiepler@urbanretail.com urbanretail.com M.D. Neill USA 607 Highway 165 Suite 8 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5700 md_neill@msn.com mdneill.com Re/Max Associated Brokers 109 N Sixth Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1374 remax-assocbrokers-branson-mo@ tri-lakes.net bransonpropertiesonline.com Real Estate Book 2102 S Todd Springfield MO 65807 (417) 889-2558 debbie@maxcat.net realestatebook.com Shepherd Of The Hills Realtors Kimberling City Shopping Center Kimberling City MO (417) 739-4333 shephills@inter-linc.net shepherdhillsrealtors.com Sherrell Realty & Associates 574 Hwy 248 Suite 1 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4938 tsherrell@centurytel.net Sue Andersen Realty 763 Eagle Rock Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8152 sue@sueandersenrealty.com sueandersenrealty.com Sunset Cove, Ltd. 172 Sunset Cove Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2400 sunsetcove@tri-lakes.net sunset-cove.com
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Sunset Realty Services 301 W. Pacific, Suite C Branson MO 65615 (417) 336-3780 sunsetrealtyservices.com Tri-Lakes Board Of Realtors (417) 338-4555 medwards@realtor.com Trophy Run 117 Trophy Run Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1600 scott@trophyrun.com trophyrun.com Villas At Branson Hills 213 Rue De Villas Circle Branson MO 65616 (417) 739-2800 epconcommunities@centurytel.net villasbransonhills.com Weisz Commercial Realty, Inc. 180 Mall Road Suite K Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-3310 mweisz@ccim.net
LODGING Bed & Breakfasts Anchor Inn On The Lake Bed And Breakfast 100 Hurtville Lane Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-9140 innkeepers@anchorinnonthelake.com anchorinnonthelake.com Bradford House 296 Blue Meadows Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4444 info@bradfordhouse.us bradfordhouse.com Cameron’s Crag Bed And Breakfast 738 Acacia Club Rd Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-4720 stay@camerons-crag.com camerons-crag.com Emory Creek Victorian Bed & Breakfast 143 Arizona Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3805 info@emorycreekbnb.com emorycreekbnb.com Falls On The Lake Bed And Breakfast 417 Dale Avenue Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-3833 fallsonthelake@aol.com fallsonthelake.com Gaines Landing Bed & Breakfast 521 W Atlantic Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2280 reservations@gaineslanding.com gaineslanding.com Red Bud Cove B & B Suites Table Rock Lake Branson MO 65672 stay@redbudcove.com redbudcove.com White River Lodge B & B 738 Ozark Hollow Road Blue Eye MO 65611 (417) 779-1556 whiteriverlodge@platwls.com whiteriverlodgebb.com Cabins Branson Vacation Rentals 1440 St. Hwy. 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 832-9991 info@bransonvacationrentals.com bransonvacationrentals.com Cabins At Grand Mountain 245 S Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5874 branson1.com Lonesome Dove Log Cabins 189 Taneycomo Hill Drive Hollister MO 65673 (417) 336-4619 ldovecabins@aol.com lonesomedovelogcabins.com Sunset Nightly Rentals 301 W Pacific, Suite C Branson MO 65616 office@sunsetrealtyservices.com sunsetnightlyrentals.com
Campgrounds & RV Parks Acorn Acres RV Park & Villas 159 Acorn Acres Lane Branson West MO 65737 camp@bestbransonrvpark.com bestbransonrvpark.com America’s Best Campground 499 Buena Vista Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4399 fun4uabc@aol.com abc-branson.com Andrew’s Landing 5329 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-5071 andrewslanding.com Branson Area Campground Owners Association 421 Santa Fe Ave. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 230-6446 bgroninger@aol.com Bar M Resort Campground 207 Bar M Lane Branson West, MO 65737 (417) 338-2593 barmresort.com Branson KOA 397 Animal Safari Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4414 info@bransonkoa.com bransonkoa.com Branson Lakeside RV Park 300 S Box Car Willie Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2915 Branson Musicland Campground 116 N. Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-0848 musiclandcampground.com Branson Shenanigans RV Park 3675 Keeter Street Branson MO 65616 (800) 338-7275 bsrvpark@aol.com bransonrvparks.com Branson Stagecoach RV Park 5751 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 335-8185 bransonstagecoachrv.com Branson View Campground 2362 Hwy. 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8716 bransonviewcampground.com Carson’s Country Courts Hwy. 248 & Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3084 Compton Ridge Campground 5040 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2911 info@comptonridge.com comptonridge.com Cooper Creek Resort/Campground 471 Cooper Creek Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4871 coopercreek@suddenlink.net branson.com/coopercreek Jellystone Park 11020 E. State Hwy. 76 Forsyth, MO 65653 (417) 546-3000 jellystonebranson.com Lakeview RV Campground 2820 Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-5211 lakeviewrvp@suddenlink.net lakeviewcampground.com Oak Grove Campground 780 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4781 oakgrovervpark@yahoo.com oakgrovervpark.com Ozark Country Campground 679 Quebec Drive Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-4681 bransoncampground.com Pea Patch RV Park 3330 W Harvey Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3958 robcin2@hotmail.com peapatchrvpark.com
Shoals Bend RV Resort 11020 E. State Hwy 76 Forsyth MO 65653 (417) 546-3000 shoalsbendrv@tri-lakes.net shoalsbendrvpark.com Table Rock State Park 5275 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 (417)334-4704 mostateparks.com/tablerock Tall Pines Campground 5558 State Hwy. 265 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 338-2445 tallpinescampground.com Trail’s End Resort & RV Park 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2633 info@indianpoint.com indianpoint.com Treasure Lake Camping Club 1 Treasure Lake Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1040 tlresort@dialnet.net tlresort.com Turkey Creek RV Village 276 Bus. US Hwy. 65 Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 335-8004 escapees.com Waters Edge Cabins & RV 72 Marina Way Kimberling City, MO 65686 (417) 739-5377 watersedgetr.com Wilderness at Silver Dollar City 5125 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8189 sdccampground@silverdollarcity.com wilderness.silverdollarcity.com Willow Tree RV Park 3381 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 (417)334-8890 willowtreervpark.com Condominiums A Pet Friendly Branson Condo Pointe Royale Resort Branson MO 65616 (866) 625-3995 pointeroyalerentals@msn.com condosofbranson.com Bayside At Stillwaters Resort 21 Stillwaters Tr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2323 info@stillwatersresort.com stillwatersresort.com Branson Condos - Pointe Royale 1536 Pointe Royale Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1307 craigmary@aol.com enjoybranson.com Branson Lakeside Condo Rentals 33 Bluebird Way Branson MO 65616 (866) 661-2482 reservations@bransonlakesidecondo.com bransonlakesidecondo.com Centre Point Square 562 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-0001 Eagle’s View Cottages & Condos 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2227 info@indianpoint.com indianpoint.com Grand Crowne Resorts 430 C Hwy 165 S Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-8320 scarpenter@grandcrowneresorts.com grandcrowneresorts.com Majestic at Table Rock 245 S Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 243-2201 druda@thousandhills.com thousandhills.com Indian Point Resort Condominiums 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2250 indianpoint.com info@indianpoint.com
Boxcar Willie Inn & Theater 360 Schaefer Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7070 info@boxcarwillieinn.com boxcarwillieinn.com
Grand Oaks Hotel 2315 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6423 kathi@grandoakshotel.net grandoakshotel.net
Lodge Of The Ozarks 3431 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5274 info@lodgeoftheozarks.com lodgeoftheozarks.com
Southwind Vacation Rentals 700 Blue Meadows Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-0133
Bradford Inn 2 Miles South Of Hwy 76 On Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-5555 info@bradfordinn.us
Thousand Hills Condo Rental 245 S Wildwood Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5874 druda@thousandhills.com thousandhills.com
Bradford On The Lake 2 Miles South Of Hwy 76 On Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2218 info@bradfordonthelake.com bradfordonthelake.com
Grand Plaza Hotel 245 N Wildwood Dr Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6646 bransongrandplaza@bransongrandplaza.com bransongrandplaza.com
Lynina Inn 2772 Shepherd Of The Hills Expwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2277 lyninainn@hotmail.com lyninainn.com
Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course 158-A Pointe Royale Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5614 info@pointeroyale.com pointeroyale.com
Treehouse Condo Rentals 129 Treehouse Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-5199 condos@treehousecondos.com treehousecondos.com Vickery Resort 238 Tina Street Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-4687 info@vickeryresort.com vickeryresort.com Whisper Cove 231 Sante Fe Ave Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2554 info@whispercove.com whispercove.com Wyndham Vacation Ownership 110 Willow Bend Dr. Branson MO (417) 334-5344 mike.radney@wyndhamvo.com Hotels & Motels 1st Inn Branson 2719 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7000 reservations@1stinnbranson.com 1stinnbranson.com
Green Gables Inn 2400 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3400 reservation@greengablesinnbranson.com greengablesinnbranson.com
Branson Towers Hotel 236 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4500 postmaster@bransontowers.com bransontowers.com
Gretna Inn 205 Gretna Road North Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8444 info@ gretnainnbranson.com gretnainnbranson.com
Branson Welcome Inn 2651 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8990 info@bransonwelcomeinn.com bransonwelcomeinn.com
Guest House Windmill Inn & Suites 2425 W. Hwy. 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2100 branson-windmill-inn@yahoo.com guesthousewindmill.com
Branson’s Best 3150 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2378 bransonsbest.com
Hall Of Fame Motel 3005 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4255 aafilbeck@yahoo.com halloffamebranson.com
Clarion Hotel 2820 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7666 info@clarionhotelbranson.com clarionhotelbranson.com
Hampton Inn At Branson Hills 200 South Payne Stewart Dr Branson MO 65616 (417) 243-7800 daniel.loveridge@hilton.com hamptoninnatbransonhills.com
Classic Motor Inn 2384 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6991 info@classicmotorinn.com classicmotorinn.com
All American Inn & Suites 3102 Falls Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2800 info@allamericaninnandsuites.com allamericaninnandsuites.com
Comfort Inn & Suites Branson Meadows 5150 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4731 info@myerhotels.com myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/branson-meadows/index.php
AmazInn & Suites 3311 Shepherd Of The Hills Expressway Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2300 postmaster@amazing-branson-hotels.com amazing-branson-hotels.com
Comfort Inn At Thousand Hills 203 South Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4727 info@myerhotels.com myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/thousand-hills/index.php
Angel Inn 2350 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6500 postmaster@angelinnofbranson.com angelinnofbranson.com Baldknobbers Motor Inn 2843 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7948 baldknobbers.com Barrington Hotel & Suites 263 Shepherd Of The Hills Expw Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8866 rjabarringtonhotel@gmail.com barringtonhotel.com Baymont Inn 1000 West Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1985 bransonbaymont@gmail.com Best Western Branson Inn 8514 State Hwy 76 Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-2141 bwreservations@suddenlink.net bwandsdc.com Best Western Center Pointe Inn 3215 West 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1894 info@myerhotels.com myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/center-pointe-inn/index.php Best Western Landing View Inn & Suites 403 W. Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6464 reservations@bwlandingview.com bwlandingview.com Best Western Music Capital Inn 3257 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8378 info@myerhotels.com myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/music-capital-inn/index.php
Comfort Inn West 3601 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8694 info@myerhotels.com myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/comfort-inn-west/index.php Deer Run Motel 982 Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2223 info@bransondeerrun.com bransondeerrun.com
Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel 200 East Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5400 hrobc-salesadmin_pf@hilton.com bransonconventioncenter.hilton.com Hilton Promenade At Branson Landing 3 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5500 hrobr-salesadmin@hilton.com promenadebransonlanding.hilton.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1970 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1100 lauriehiex@yahoo.com holidayinnexpress.com/bransonw76 Holiday Inn Express Green Mountain Drive 2801 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2100 bransonhiex@centurytel.net myerhotels.com/branson-hotels-lodging/green-mountain/index.php
Fairfield Inn 220 State Hwy 165 South Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5665 bransonff@thoraldson.com marriott.com/sgfbn Fall Creek Inn & Suites 995 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 348-1683 info@fallcreekinn.com fallcreekinn.com Four Seasons Inn 1360 W 76 Hwy, Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0040 xaviersinniah@hotmail.com fourseasonsbranson.com Foxborough Inn & Suites 235 Expressway Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4369 srvorhaben@centurytel.net bransonfoxborough.com Gazebo Inn 2424 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3826 reservations@bransongazeboinn.com bransongazeboinn.com Grand Country Inn 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3535 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com
Hampton Inn On The Strip 3695 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5762 debbie.kitchen@hilton.com hamptoninn.com
Melody Lane Inn 2821 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8598 melodylanebranson.com Oak Grove Inn 215 N Gretna Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4419 oakgroveinn@clubmarketing.com bransonoakgroveinn.com Orange Blossom Inn 3355 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6600 chavonxiong@yahoo.com orangeblossominnmo.net Outback Roadhouse Motel/Suites 1910 West Highway 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7200 roadhouse@outbackbranson.com outbackbranson.com Quality Inn 3269 Shepherd Of The Hills Expwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6776 jlogan@mghospitality.com discoverbranson.com Quality Inn on the Strip 2834 West Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1194 bransonquality76@aol.com bransonqualityinn.com Radisson Hotel Branson 120 S. Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 690-4069 rhi_brmo@radisson.com radisson.com/bransonmo Ramada Inn & Conference Center 1700 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1000 ramadainn.com Residence Inn 280 S Wildwood Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4077 ri.sgfbr.gm@marriott.com marriott.com/sgfbr Rosebud Inn 1415 Roark Valley Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4000 reservation@rosebudinn.com rosebudinn.com Savannah House 165 Expressway Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3132 savannahhousebranson.com
Honeysuckle Inn & Conference Center 3598 Shepherd Of The Hills Expressway Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2030 reservations@honeysuckleinn.com honeysuckleinn.com
Scenic Hills Inn 2422 Shepherd Of The Hills Expressway Branson MO 65616 (888) 800-5577 info@scenichillsinn.com scenichillsinn.com
Hotel Grand Victorian 2325 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2935 cgibbons@hotelgrandvictorian.com hotelgrandvictorian.com
Southern Oaks Inn 3295 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8108 southoaks@aol.com southernoaksinn.com
Howard Johnson Hotel 3027-A W Hwy 76 Across From The Hollywood Wax Museum Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5151 hojobranson.com
Spinning Wheel Inn 235 Schaefer Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7746 spinningwheelinn@aol.com spinningwheelinn.com
Kings Quarters Hotel 226 Expressway Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5464 info@kingsquarters.com kingsquarters.com La Quinta Inn & Suites 1835 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1600 0290gm@laquinta.com bransonlaquintainn.com
Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center 3050 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4700 dhartman@bransonstonecastlehotel.com bransonstonecastlehotel.com The Suites At Fall Creek 1 Fall Creek Drive Branson MO 65616 (702) 823-7060 reservations@diamondresorts.com thesuitesatfallcreek.com
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Twelve Oaks Inn 205 Schaefer Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7340 twelveoaksinn@aol.com twelveoaksbranson.com
Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark 3001 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6000 phutcheson@castlerockbranson.com castlerockbranson.com
Stillwaters Condominium Resort 21 Stillwaters Tr. Branson MO 65616 (800) 777-2320 info@stillwatersresort.com stillwatersresort.com
Welk Resort Branson 1984 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3575 reservations@welkbranson.com welkresortbranson.com
Chateau On The Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center 415 N. State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (888) 333-5253 chateauonthelake@jqh.com chateauonthelake.com
Summerwinds Resort Services 3179 N Gretna Rd Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-3250 festivatickets@msn.com
Whispering Hills Inn 2346 Shepherd Of The Hills Expy Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4922 whisperinghillsinn.com Ye Olde English Inn 24 Downing Street Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-4888 dailyclint@centurytel.net Nightly Rentals Branson Log Cabin Rentals 2201 Roark Valley Road Branson MO 65616 (239) 354-1667 reserve@bransonlogcabinrentals.com bransonlogcabinrentals.com Bransonweekend.Com 289 Notch Lane Branson West MO 65737 (918) 639-7680 llauto@valornet.com bransonweekend.com
Cottage Resort 1575 Table Rock Circle Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2621 info@cottageresort cottageresort.us Falls Village Resort 200 Creekside Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-2680 fallsvillage@aol.com bluegreen-corp.com Festiva’s Stormy Point Village 79 Cape Cod Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2104 wswift@festivatravel.com festiva/stormypoint.com
Trail’s End Resort & RV Park 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2633 info@indianpoint.com indianpoint.com Tribesman Resort 416 Cave Lane (Indian Point) Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2616 info@tribesman.us tribesmanresort.com Turkey Creek Ranch H.C. 3, Box 3180 Theodosia MO 65761 (417) 273-4362 robertlorettae@hotmail.com turkeycreekranch.com
Eagles Nest Resort 200 Lantern Bay Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-3000 lanternbayresort.net
Foxfire Resort 751 John The Diver Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2119 foxfire751@suddenlink.net foxfireresort.com
Village At Indian Point Resort & Conference Center 24 Village Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8800 info@villageatindianpoint.com villageatindianpoint.com
My Home Beyond 99 Birdie Lane Branson West MO 65737 (877) 777-7340 contact@myhomebeyond.com www,myhomebeyond.com
Golden Arrow Resort 2869 Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2245 goldenarrow@suddenlink.net goldenarrowresort.com
Waters Edge 72 Marina Way Kimberling City MO 65686 (417) 739-5377 info@watersedgetr.com watersedgetr.com
Porch Swing Vacation Homes 180 Canyon Crossing Hollister MO 65672 (541) 301-4682 porchswingvacationhomes@gmail. com porchswingvacationhomes.com
Green Valley Resort 87 Greenvalley Lane Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-2241 gvresort@centurytel.net greenvalleyresort.com
Westgate Branson Woods Resort 2201 Roark Valley Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2324 wgbransonwoods.com
Resorts Alpine Lodge Resort 434 Indian Creek Circle Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2514 alpinelodgeresort@gmail.com alpinelodgeresort.com Antler’s Resort 162 Antlers Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2331 hooverc122@aol.com antlersresort.com Artilla Cove Resort 1123 Jakes Creek Trail Branson MO 65616 (888) 338-2346 atilla@artilla.net artilla.com Bavarian Village Resort 509 Indian Creek Circle Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2517 mh@bavarianresort.com bavarianresort.com Big Cedar Lodge 612 Devil’s Pool Road Ridgedale MO 65739 (417) 335-2777 bigcedar@big-cedar.com bigcedarlodge.com Boomerang Resort 79 Return Too Lane Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 338-2358 boomerang@pcis.net boomerangresort.com Calm Waters Resort 1043 Jakes Creek Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8963 calmwaters@suddenlinkmail.com calmwatersresort.com Cardinal Hill Cottages 5410 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8732 cardinalhillcottages@suddenlinkmail.com cardinalhill.com
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Compass Resort Group 611 Rock Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-8368 kovacsantoin@gmail.com
Thousand Hills Resort 245 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 336-5873 ggroves@thousand hills.com thousand hills.com
Happy Valley Lodge 867 Jakes Creek Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2342 happyvalleylodge@gmail.com happyvalleylodge.com Indian Point Lodge & Condos 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2250 info@indianpoint.com indianpoint.com Indian Trails Resort 175 Harbor Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2327 indiantrailsresort@yahoo.com indiantrailsresort.com Kimberling Inn Resort 11863 St. Hwy 13 Kimberling City MO (417) 739-4311 kimberlinginn@tri-lakes.net kimberling.com Lilley’s Landing Resort & Marina 367 River Lane Branson MO 65616 (888) 545-5397 lilleys@lilleyslanding.com lilleyslanding.com Lodge At The Falls 3245 Falls Parkway Branson MO 65615 417-336-FALL jlagers@lodgeatthefalls.com lodgeatthefalls.com Marina Inn Resort 92 Myrtle Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2621 info@cottageresort.us cottageresort.us Ozark Trout Resort 347 River Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4619 ozarktroutresort@suddenlinkmail.com ozarktroutresort.com Port Of Kimberling Resort 49 Lake Rd Kimberling City MO 65686 (417) 739-5377 mypok.com
OUTDOOR RECREATION Bicycle Sales Downhill Bikes 116 C Flynn Rd., Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4455 downhillbikes.biz Boat Docks & Marinas State Park Marina 380 State Park Marina Road Branson MO 65615 info@stateparkmarina.com stateparkmarina.com What’s Up Dock Marina 348 Nautical Circle Kimberling City MO 65686 (417) 739-4511 wud@mypok.com mypok.com Boat Rentals Five Star Houseboat Vacations 338 Nautical Circle Kimberling City MO 65686 (417) 988-1387 fivestarhouseboats@gmail.com tbalerockhouseboatrentals.com
Kings River Golf Course 27777 Clubhouse Lane Shell Knob MO 65747 (417) 858-6330 krgolf@mo-net.com kingsrivergolf.com LedgeStone Golf Course 1600 LedgeStone Way Branson West MO 65737 (417) 335-8187 bill.hasler@pga.com ledgestonegolf.com Murder Rock Golf Club 1250 Golf Club Drive Hollister MO 65672 (417) 332-3259 info@murderrockgolf.com murderrockgolf.com Payne Stewart Golf Club 100 North Payne Stewart Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-2963 thomas.baggett@hilton.com paynestewartgolfclub.com
Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Pointe Royale Golf Village 1000 Pointe Royale Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4477 ptrogolf@aol.com pointeroyalegolf.net
Beaver Canoe Rental Us Hwy 76 @ Jct ‘W’ Village Of Brownbranch MO 65608 (417) 796-2336 dalesandy6554@hughes.net beavercanoerental.com
Thousand Hills Golf Course 245 S. Wildwood Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4553 ddavis@thousandhills.com thousandhills.com
Downstream Adventure Tours, LLC Branson MO 65615 (417) 332-7901 blisterkev@yahoo.com downstreamadventures.com
Miniature Golf
Kayak Branson 5403 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2811 info@kayakbranson.com kayakbranson.com
Branson Family Fun Factory 2400 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2110 events@bransonfamilyfunfactory.com bransonfamilyfunfactory.com
Caves & Caverns
Greatest Adventures Miniature Golf 4800 Gretna Rd Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-0888 minigolfinbranson.com
Cosmic Cavern 6386 Hwy 21 North Berryville AR 72616 (870) 749-2298 cosmiccavern@windstream.net cosmiccavern.com
Indoor Mini Golf @ Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3919 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com Lost Treasure Golf 3346 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-0889
Vacation Home Rentals
Fantastic Caverns 4872 N Farm Road 125 Springfield MO 65803 (417) 833-2010 khansen@fantasticcaverns.com fantasticcaverns.com
Vacation Homes In Branson 1000 Indian Point Branson, MO 65616 (913) 206-1630 bryanmessmer@yahoo.com vacationhomesinbranson.com
Talking Rocks Cavern 423 Fairy Cave Lane Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 272-3366 talkingrocks@tri-lakes.net talkingrockscavern.com
Vacation Ownership
Fishing
Cabins At Green Mountain 3864 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3238 wswift@festivaresorts.com festivaresorts.com/cabins.php
Central Pro Am Assoc. 220 Branson Hills Pkwy Suite B Branson MO 65615 (417) 335-5075 tournament@centralpro-am.com centralpro-am.com
White Wing Resort 1028 Jakes Creek Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2318 whitewing36@aol.com whitewingresort.org
Emidsouth, Inc. 101 State Drive Suite Q Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-0892 julie-s@suddenlink.net wholesaletimeshare.com Holiday Hills Timeshare Resort 2380 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4443 hhr@silverleafresort.com Horizons By Marriott Branson 2929 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 348-3000 pamela.davis@vacationclub.com vacationclub.com Peppertree At Thousand Hills 2800 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1329 wswift@festivaresorts.com peppertreethousandhills.com Roark Vacation Resort, Inc. 403 N Veteran’s/Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3196 roarkresort.com
Ozark Mountain Guide Service 1933 Swallow Lane Aurora MO 65605 tpaige@mo-net.com tablerockguides.com Rick’s Chauffeured Guide Service 3322 S Kimbrough Springfield MO 65807 (800) 869-2210 rick@strikebass.com strikebass.com River Run Outfitters 2626 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-0460 shop@riverrunoutfitters.com riverrunoutfitters.com Golf Courses Branson Creek Golf Club 1001 Branson Creek Blvd Hollister MO 65672 (417) 339-4653 dnewman@troongolf.com bransoncreekgolf.com Holiday Hills Golf Club 630 E Rockford Dr Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4838 mundenl@silverleafresorts.com holidayhills.com
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Pirates Cove Adventure Golf 2901 Green Mountain Dr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6606 piratescove.com Outdoor Recreation Ozark Shooters Sports Complex 759 US Hwy 65 Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 443-3093 shoot4me@centurytel.net ozarkshooters.com Promised Land Zoo 32297 Hwy 86 Eagle Rock, MO 65641 (417) 271-3324 plzoo1@yahoo.com plzoo.com Shepherd Of The Hills Hatchery 633 Hatchery Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4865 Table Rock State Park 5272 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4704 state.mo.us/dnr/dsp/homedsp.htm Triple-G ATV Rides 7698 State Hwy 176 Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 561-5353 dgaar1@juno.com triplegatv.com Motorcycle Rentals Eagle Rider 2300 N. Airport Blvd. Ste. 104 Springfield MO 65802 (417) 865-9664 jeffn@avis-sgf.com
PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Automobile Repair & Service Elite Auto And Boat Repair 575 Beaumont Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-0170 elitebranson@yahoo.com Mitchem Tire & Wheel 5558 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-5668 Chambers of Commerce & CVBs American Chamber of Commerce 4875 Eisenhower Avenue Suite 250 Alexandria VA 22304 (703) 998-0072 acce.org Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce 269 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4084 rsummers@bransoncvb.com explorebranson.com Eureka Springs Visitors Bureau PO Box 522 Eureka Springs AR 72632 (479) 253-7333 eurekasprings.org Forsyth Chamber of Commerce 16075 US Hwy 160 Forsyth MO 65653 (417) 546-2741 forsythchamber@yahoo.com forsythmissouri.net Hollister Chamber of Commerce 294 Esplanade Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-3050 info@hollisterchamber.net hollisterchamber.net
Grand Old Gospel Hour 3044 Shepherd Of The Hills Expwy #205 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8888 gospelhour@gospelhour.org showtown.net/gospel
Carroll County News 602 Hwy 62 Spur Berryville AR (870) 423-6636 b.moore@cox-internet.com carrollconews.com
Group Travel Videos 3000 Green Mountain Dr 107 Branson MO 65616 (248) 941-3562 elaine@photovision.com grouptravelvideos.com
Ozarkland 3200 W. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (573) 346-3366 kent@ozarkland.org ozarkland.org
Lifesong United Methodist Church 360 Emerson Rd. Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 272-0440 rob@lifesongumc.org lifesongumc.org
Harrison Daily Times 111 West Rush Harrison AR 72601 (870) 741-2325 genaw@harrisondaily.com
Mark Newsom Photography 16208 State Hwy 13 Branson West MO 65737 (417) 272-0688 mark@newsomphotography.com newsomphotography.com
Convenience Stores
Portraits By Bahler 223 Devonshire Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-7270 john@portraitsbybahler.com photobybahler.com
Florists
SwiftShots.com Photography 120 Deano Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 230-4201 shann@swiftshots.com swiftshots.com
Book Stores
Salvation Army 1114 Stanley Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4434 Sanctuary Of Hope 3044 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-4673 sanctuaryfamily@aol.com
Ozarks Senior Living Newspaper 2010 S Stewart Springfield MO 65804 (417) 862-0852 seniorliving@sbcglobal.net slnewspaper.com
Sycamore Log Church 2402 Sycamore Church Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 676-0514 qisic@aol.com sycamorelogchurch.com
Springfield News-Leader PO Box 798 Springfield MO 65801 (417) 836-1208 ceadens@springfi.gannett.com ozarksgateway.com
Tri-Lakes Church 2527 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4041 office@trilakescenter.com trilakeschurch.com Unity Of The Hills Church 4868 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6224 unityofthehills@centurytel.net bransonunity.org Clinics Branson Medical Specialists 800 State Hwy 248 Bldg Iii Ul Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3627
Indian Point Chamber of Commerce 993 Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2772 chamber@indianpoint.org indianpointchamber.com
St. John’s Hollister Clinic 151 Birch Hollister MO 65672 (417) 336-4355 jrussell@sprg.mercy.net
Joplin CVB 602 S Main Street Joplin MO 64801 (417) 625-4789
St. John’s Urgent Care 1065 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5000 insightsolutions-inc.com
Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce 105 Sherman Way #108-110 Nixa MO 65714 (417) 725-1545 info@nixachamber.com nixachamber.com Rockaway Beach Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1004 Rockaway Beach MO 65740 (417) 561-4280 rbcoc@centurytel.net rockawaybeachchamber.com Springfield Chamber PO Box 1687 Springfield MO 65801 (417) 862-5567 brent@springfieldchamber.com Springfield, MO CVB 815 E. St. Louis Street Springfield MO 65806 (417) 881-5300 springfieldmo.org Table Rock Lake Area Chamber 14226 Hwy 13 Kimberling City MO (417) 739-2564 visittablerocklake.com Churches Barbara Fairchild Ministries Starlite Theatre Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6400 barbibear5@aol.com First Baptist Church - Branson 400 S. Sunshine St Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7437 info@fbcbranson.com fbcbranson.com First Baptist Church Forsyth 10000 E State Hwy 76 Forsyth MO 65653 (417) 546-5555 paul@fbc-forsyth.org excitingfirst.org
Ozark Mountain Newspapers 704 S Veterans Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2285
St. John’s Branson Clinic 260 Terrace Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2273 St. John’s Clinic Orthopedics 511 Bee Creek Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8877 rayma.phillips@mercy.net stjohns.com St. John’s Clinic Regional Div 1965 S Fremont Suite 200 Springfield MO 65804 (417) 820-2211 efuhr@sprg.mercy.net Hospitals & Ambulance Services Skaggs Regional Medical Center Branson Landing Blvd and Skaggs Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-7000 tabarton@skaggs.net skaggs.net Wedding Services Affordable Branson Log Chapel Weddings 19 A Maple Court Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6252 djviney@msn.com affordablebransonweddings.com Log Chapel Of The Ozarks 888 State Hwy F Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6000 thrmnhse@verizon.net logchapeloftheozarks.com Touch Of Class 4514 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0303 lanajohnson@msn.com touchofclassformals.net Newspapers Branson Tri-Lakes News 200 Industrial Park Drive Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-3161 bransondailynews.com
Party Rental Equipment All Seasons Party/Tent Rental 702 Blue Ridge Blvd. Grandview MO (816) 765-1444 d.king@allseasonstentrental.com allseasonstentrental.com Page & Brown Convention Services 5744 Chapel Drive Osage Beach MO 65065 (573) 348-5176 steve@pagebrown.com pagebrown.com Pet Boarding
Petals PO Box 772 Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-5118
Radio Stations
Christian Gift Outlet 4270 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2025 branson@cbomail.com inspire4less.com
BOTT Radio Network SW Missouri 500 W Main Suite 103-A Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-1570 mstafford@bottradionetwork.com bottradionetwork.com
James M. Babcock, Bookseller 225 Tyler Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 348-1925 booksellers@centurytel.net babcockbooksellers.com
Clear Channel Radio 1856 S Glenstone Springfield MO 65804 (417) 890-5555 us97.com
Jewelers
KLFC Radio 205 W Atlantic Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5532 klfcradio@tri-lakes.net klfcradio.com KOMC-AM/FM & KRZK-FM 202 Courtney Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6003 krzk@tri-lakes.net hometowndailynews.com
Branson Pet Resort 444 Hwy T Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6045 bransonpet@aol.com bransonpetresort.com
White Oak Station PO Box 1697 Harrison AR 72602 (870) 741-3226
Tatman’s Fine Jewelry Boutique 2800 W 76 Hwy Suite 210 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-9888 matbnt@aol.com tatmansfinejewelry.com Zachary’s Turquoise & Silver 2800 W 76 Hwy Suite 204 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-2854 phillip@turquoise.org turquoise.org Liquor Stores
Canine Country Dog Training 575 Beaumont Ln Branson MO 65616 (417) 593-6024 tish@k9countrytraining.com
KOSP Star 105.1 319 B E Battlefield Springfield MO 65807 (417) 830-9694 arogers@mwfmarketing.fm mwfmarketing.fm
Wine Company 1447 State Hwy 248 Suite G Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4551 twhite@boatmountain.com
I Let The Dogs Out 821 W Atlantic Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 527-8374 hause.gailann@gmail.com iletthedogsout.com
KTTS/KSGF/KSPW/KRVI 2330 W. Grand Springfield MO 65802 (417) 224-0965 bjohnston@journalbroadcastgroup.com ktts.com
$1 Shops, Inc. PO Box 2250 Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-6381
Pet Grooming Services
KTXR Radio 3000 E Chestnut Expwy Springfield MO 65802 (417) 862-3751 dave@todayinspringfield.com todayinspringfield.com
Fancy Paws Couture 3000 Green Mountain Dr Suite 106 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4761 fancypawscouture@yahoo.com Pet Stores
Salons & Spas
Wildbirds Unlimited 1077 Branson Hills Pkwy Suite D Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2473 bransonwbu@gmail.com wbu.com/branson
All About Me 2460 S. Business 65, St 101 Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-2151 allaboutmesalonspa.com Images Salon And Spa 3024b E. Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3660 info@imagessalonbranson.com imagessalonbranson.com
Pharmacies Family Pharmacy Desi’s Mountain Country Plaza 16585 State Hwy 13 Branson West MO 65737 (417) 272-8966 fpbranson@thefamilyrx.com thefamilyrx.com
Pure Salon & Spa 1077 Branson Hills Parkway Suite J Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3010 puresalonandspa@gmail.com www.puresalonbranson.com
Family Pharmacy - Hollister 180 Mall Road Suite A & B Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-9006 familyoz@netzero.net thefamilyrx.com Photographers & Photo Services Branson Photo 827 West Main Street Suite 101 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5747 lori@bransonphoto.com bransonphoto.com Flash Photo, Inc. 3620 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-0073 flash@flashphotobranson.com flashphotobranson.com
Spa Chateau 415 N. State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 243-1700 chateau.spa@jqh.com spachateau.com
SHOPPING Collectibles Dickens Gift Shoppe, Inc. 3630 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2992 ddelsanto@dickensgifts.com dickensgifts.com
Retailers
Apricot Lane 216 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7070 tracy@apricotlaneusa.com Banana Republic 300 Tanger Blvd Suite 117 Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3440 Bass Pro White River Outpost 1 Bass Pro Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 243-5200 lbeasley@basspro.com basspro.com Bed, Bath And Beyond 1057 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2550 jeremy.gagnebin@bedbath.com bedbathandbeyond.com Belk Department Store 5 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3314 terry_kamien@belk.com belk.com Best Buy 977 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6979 timothy.ford@bestbuy.com bestbuy.com/store/1793 Classic Creations By Nan Branson Craft Mall 694 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 231-5550 nan@classiccreationsbynan.com classiccreationsbynan.com Dixie Outfitters And Cooter’s 1819 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3494 bransondixieoutfitters@yahoo.com
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Downtown Casual Wear, Pure Country Western Wear 115 W. Main St. Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5753 uconn10s@aol.com Dress Barn 1000 Pat Nash Drive #E 11 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9538 auntiekhaki@yahoo.com dressbarn.com Grand Glitz 204 N Commercial Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1437 Grand Glitz 321 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1439 Grand Glitz 2800 W Country Music Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1433 Hillbilly Nut & Fruit Too 694 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-1223 bransoncraftmall@suddenlinkmail.com bransoncraftmall.com Kringles Christmas Store 2800 W Hwy 76 The Grand Village Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-5426 kringles@centurytel.net Limited Editions For Her 1000 Pat Nash Drive #15a Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6622 store9009@carlisleny.com Limited Editions For Her 1207 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-0677 store9011@carlisleny.com Mountain Mama’s General Store 3300 N. Gretna Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-5800 mountainmama.com New Balance Branson 1106 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 348-0093 ken@nbbranson.com brownsnewbalance.com On The Ball Sports 2800 W Hwy 76 Suite 524 Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-1505 onballsports@aol.com P Graham Dunn Gallery 3500 N Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-9801 pgrahamdunn.com The Gap 300 Tanger Blvd Suite 510 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2888 ray_ragan@gap.com VF Factory Outlet 4340 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4812 lisa_stoops@vfc.com vfoutlet.net Wal-Mart 2050 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5005 Wal-Mart Super Center 1101 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2137 White House Black Market 911 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-9450 whitehouseblackmarket.com
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Segway Sales & Service Segway of SO Missouri Jct Hwy 13 & 76 Morris Plaza Branson West MO (417) 272-8064 Shopping Centers & Malls Branson Craft Mall 694 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1223 bransoncraftmall@suddenlinkmail.com bransoncraftmall.com Branson Mall 2206 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-5412 Branson Mill Craft Village 3300 N. Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-8436 bransonmill.com Factory Merchants Branson 1000 Pat Nash Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-6686 shopper@premiumoutlets.com bransonoutlets.com Grand Country 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3919 info@grandcountry.com grandcountry.com The Grand Village 2800 West Highway 76 Branson, Missouri 65616 (417) 335-2449 pamcritchfield@gmail.com grandvillageshops.com Shoppes at Branson Meadows 4562 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-2580 dbartlett@cpgi.com factorystores.com Tanger Outlets 300 Tanger Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9328 jwhiteis@tangeroutlet.com tangeroutlet.com Specialty Stores Amish Country Store 3100 Gretna Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3200 amishcountrystore@centurytel.net amishcountrystoreonline.com Aromatique Outlet 112 S. Commercial Branson MO 65616 jbalderree@aromatique.com aromatique.com Bath Junkie, Branson Landing 215 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-8678 bath@centurytel.net Big Popper, Inc. 1205 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3171 craig.reimers@thebigpopper.com thebigpopper.com
Gifts Of Distinction 1009 Branson Landing Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-8236 mebgifts@ipa.net Giftware Outlet PO Box 2250 Branson MO 65615 (417) 334-5025 giftwarebranson@aol.com giftwareoutlet.com Harry & David 300 Tanger Blvd #310 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-5600 harryanddavid.com Northwoods Candy Emporium 103 Branson Landing Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-1010 info@northwoodscandy.com northwoodscandy.com Palate Fine Wine & Provisions 110 E Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2675 palate@centurytel.net palateonline.com Reflections Thomas Kinkade Gallery 2800 W 76 The Grand Village Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-7930 reflectionstk@aol.com
VACATION PLANNING Airports & Airlines AirTran Airways 9955 Airtran Blvd Orlando FL 32827 (407) 318-5600 tad.hutcheson@airtran.com airtran.com Branson Air Express 4000 Branson Airport Blvd. Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-7813 Branson Airport 4000 Branson Airport Boulevard Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-7813 info@flybranson.com flybranson.com
Receptives & Ticket Services All Access Branson 3005 W Hwy 76 Suite C Branson MO 65616 (417) 332-2121 info@allaccessbranson.com allaccessbranson.com Branson Country Getaway 780 State Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3702 info@bransoncountrygetaway.com bransoncountrygetaway.com Branson Country Tours 1140 W. 76 Country Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-2220 bctours@aol.com bransoncountrytours.com Branson Getaways 207 Blue Sky Lane Hollister MO 65672 (417) 336-6111 info@bransongetaways.com bransongetaways.com Branson Getaways Welcome Ctr 207 Blue Sky Lane Hollister MO 65672 (417) 336-6111 bransongetaways.com Branson Group Tours 136 Rose O’Neill Drive Branson MO 65616 (888) 332-3535 bransontours@centurytel.net grouptoursbranson.com Branson Highlites 114 W Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2415 Branson Hotline 118 State Drive Hollister MO 65672 (417) 336-8566 vhicks@bransonhotline.com bransonhotline.com Branson Premier Tours 500 W Main, Ste 101-B Branson MO 65615 (417) 239-1188 info@bransonpremiertours.com bransonpremiertours.com
Frontier Airlines 4000 Branson Airport Blvd. Hollister MO 65672 catherine.rieb@flyfrontier.com frontierairlines.com
Branson Professional Tour Guide Association PO Box 1792 Branson MO 65616 (417) 848-3283 bransonptga@aol.com bransonprofessionaltour guideassoc.com
Springfield - Branson National Airport 2300 N Airport Blvd Springfield MO 65802 (417) 868-0500 info@flyspringfield.com flyspringfield.com
Branson Reservations Center 4910 Outer Road South Walnut Shade MO 65771 (417) 561-1155 bransonreservations@centurytel.net bransonreservationscenter.com
Automobile Rentals
Branson Ticket & Travel 2743 State Hwy 248 Branson MO 65616 (800) 432-4202 diane@bransonticket.com bransonticket.com
Avis Rent-A-Car 491 Blue Sky Lane Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-4945 jeffmullins@avis-sgf.com Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1029 1/2 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2280
Branson Tourism Center 220 Branson Hills Parkway, Ste. K Branson MO 65616 (866) 279-1187 info@bransontourismcenter.com bransontourismcenter.com
Cappuccino Country 1615 W 76 Hwy Suite B Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-6333 tasconley@gmail.com cappuccinocountry.com
Discount Coupon Books Branson Guest Card Branson MO 65616 (417) 294-3184 bransonbrogene@aim.com bransonguestcard.com
Branson Travel Agency 220 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 800-785-2176 info@bransontravelagency.com bransontravelagency.com
Dick’s Oldtime 5 & 10 Downtown Branson 103 W Main Street Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2410 dicksoldtime5and10.com
Branson VIP Card 162 Industrial Park Drive Suite B Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-2273 cassie@bransonvip.com bransonvip.com
Branson Vacation Company 2315 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-3967 info@bvcmo.com bransonvacationcompany.com
Fabric & Decor Shoppe 1828 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson MO 65616 (480) 471-2318 rbourg@cox.net fabricanddecorshoppe.com
Season Pass Branson (417) 699-4688 info@seasonpassbranson.com seasonpassbranson.com
Branson.com 220 Branson Hills Parkway Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-2360 info@branson.com Branson.com
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Branson Group Getaway PO Box 232, Derby KS 67037 (316) 788-6303 oj@eaglefsi.com bransongroupgetaway.com Bransonmissouri.Com 280 Wintergreen Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8455 info@bransonmissouri.com bransonmissouri.com Bransonontheweb.Com 220 Branson Hills Parkway Branson MO 65616 (800) 785-1665 info@bransontheweb.com bransonontheweb.com Bransonshows.Com 1675 E Seminole Street Suite A1 Springfield MO 65804 (417) 823-0981 mcook@yten.com vacationsmadeeasy.com Bransonshowtickets.Com 103 E Hensley Branson MO 65616 (888) 653-1025 lovely@resorttravelcenter.com resorttravelcenter.com BVT America, LLC 10994 Hwy 165 Suite D Hollister MO 65672 (417) 336-6122 rob1423@bvtamerica.com bvtamerica.com Carriage Tours & Group Sales 2875 Green Mountain Dr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2555 bransonbest.com Davis Travel, Inc. 20847 Hwy J5t Moravia IA 52571 (641) 724-9090 Discover Branson 1610 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2364 dgertson@discoverbranson.com discoverbranson.com Eagle Travel Of The Ozarks 1304 E Republic Road #214 Springfield MO 65804 (417) 739-3100 eagletravel@eagletravel.com eagletravel.com Flemming Tours - Branson Division 118 Notch Lane Suite E Branson West MO 65737 grr8tours@aol.com flemmingtours-branson.com Gatherings Plus 342 Angora Rd Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-4048 pamb@inter-linc.net reunionpro.com Great Southern Travel 3424 S National Springfield MO 65807 (800) 749-7116 Ibranson Guest Services 203 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8455 info@ibranson.com ibranson.com Ibranson.Com 280 Wintergreen Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8455 info@ibranson.com ibranson.com Innlink Central Reservations 130 Maple Dr. North Hendersonville TN (417) 527-5992 kgalemba@gmail.com innlink.com Mr. Niceguy’s Vacations 1318 W. Hwy. 76, Ste. B Branson MO 65616 (888) 857-6423 niceguysvacations@gmail.com bigbransonsavings.com
business listings Noble Tours, Inc. PO Box 6308 Branson MO 65615 (417) 335-5393 nobletoursmo@centurytel.net
Ticketmaster 5571 Gretna Road Suite F Branson MO 65616 brian.cameron@ticketmaster.com ticketmaster.com
Ozark Country Vacations 115 W. Atlantic Street Ste. #101 Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-2332 bransonvac@aol.com bransonfuntravel.com
Travel Branson 6858 Selmore Rd. Ozark MO 65721 (417) 587-0077 info@travelbranson.net travelbranson.net
Ozarks’ Kirkwood Tour & Travel 280 Frank Rea Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-4668 tickets@ozarkskirkwood.com ozarkskirkwood.com
Tripium 280 Wintergreen Dr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8455 cray@tripium.com ibranson.com
Professional Travel 1203 E Rainey Ozark MO 65721 (417) 581-8577 tourmama99@yahoo.com
Visitmonow.Com 3027-A W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-1026 dxdtours@pcis.net bransonusa.com
Regal Vacation Services 3100 Green Mountain Drive Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8464 contact@regalvacationservices.com Reservebranson.Com 1756 Bee Creek Road Suite E Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-8151 john@reservebranson.com reservebranson.com Sweet Magnolia Tours 3044 Shepherd Of The Hills Exp Suite 700 Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-9500 Ticket Shoppe 102 Brookside Saddlebrooke MO 65630 (417) 235-7600 lcash2000@sbcglobal.net bransonarrangements.com
Westgate Welcome Center 2201 Roark Valley Rd. Branson MO 65616 (417) 239-3300 Windstream 1523 E Lark Street Springfield MO 65804 (417) 877-4790 bwhitworth@windstream.com windstream.com
Tours
Gray Line Of The Ozarks 155 Industrial Park Hollister MO 65672 (417) 334-5463 graylinerenee@aol.com bransongrayline.com
Chopper Charter, Branson 469 Blue Sky Lane Hollister MO 65672 (479) 236-4164 choppercharter.com
Terry’s Transport, Tickets & Golf 190 Potential Drive Hollister MO 65672 (417) 331-2582 tbowling@centurytel.net ttbranson.com
Dream Travel By 2 1440 St Hwy 248 Ste Q116 Branson MO 65616 (417) 331-1953 PatsFunTravel@yahoo.com
Travel Services & Escorts
Ticket Sales
Transportation/Limousine Services
Branson Tour Guides 222 Derby Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 546-3436 ronnieprophet@hotmail.com bransontourguides.com
Branson 2 For 1 Tickets, LLC 1100 W 76 Hwy Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-0241 admin@branson2for1tickets.com branson2for1tickets.com
At Your Service-Limousines, LLC PO Box 213 Reeds Spring MO 65737 (417) 230-3602 gminkc@centurytel.net bransonlimos.com
Lodge At The Falls Hospitality 3245 Falls Parkway Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-3255 wgillam@lodgeatthefalls.com lodgeatthefalls.com
Branson Fun Vacations 141 Industrial Dr # A1 Hollister MO 65672 (417) 339-4000 mrfun2121@aol.com
Branson Limousine & Executive Charter, Inc 301 Scott Blvd Branson MO 65616 (417) 331-1316 bransonlimo@live.com bransonlimoservice.com
Veterans Events Services
Branson Ticket Agency 574 State Hwy 248, Ste. 4 Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-3993 info@bransonticketagency.com bransonticketagency.com
J Howard Fisk Limousine, Inc. 2001 East Trafficway Springfield MO 65802 (417) 862-2900 fisklimo@aol.com fisklimo.com
Shuttles & Transportation
Branson’s Best Reservations 2875 Green Mountain Dr. Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-2204 branson-missouri.com
Branson Coach 3005 W Hwy 76 Suite B Branson MO 65616 (417) 339-4888 info@bransoncoach.com bransoncoach.com
Let’s Go To Branson 3311 Shepherd Of The Hills Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-2300 postmaster@letsgotobranson.com letsgotobranson.com
Branson Yellow Cab Co 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister MO 65672 motorcoach@aol.com bransonyellowcab.com
Leisureres.Com 4501 College Blvd #275 Leawood KS 66211 (913) 499-4717 ssteffens@leisureres.com leisureres.com
Jefferson Lines 491 Blue Sky Lane Hollister MO 65672 (612) 359-3400 info@jeffersonlines.com jeffersonlines.com
Branson Veterans Events & Reunions 2206 W Hwy 76 Branson MO 65616 (417) 230-2278 bransonveteranevents@yahoo.com bransonveteranevents.com Branson Veterans Task Force 158 Pointe Royale Dr., Ste. V Branson MO 65616 (417) 337-8387 bvtf1@suddenlinkmail.com bransonveterans.com
Travel Agencies Branson Tour & Travel, Inc. 16 C Oak Court Branson MO 65616 (417) 331-1929 melsainbranson@suddenlink.net
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at Branson’s Award-Winning Hotels. Center Pointe Inn™ 3215 W. 76 Country Blvd.
877.334.1894
The best hotel location in the heart of Branson’s entertainment next to the Titanic Museum with over 25 theaters, attractions and shopping within one mile. Relax in the indoor or outdoor pool and two hot tubs. Free hot breakfast & Montana Mike’s Restaurant onsite. Interior & exterior accommodations.
at Thousand Hills 203 S. Wildwood
877.335.4727 The 2010 Platinum Award-Winning Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills is the only resort hotel overlooking the Thousand Hills Golf Course. Relax in our indoor pool, hot tub, sauna or layout on the sun deck. Near Andy Williams and Branson Variety Theaters. Lonestar Steakhouse and Saloon adjacent.
Branson Meadows 5150 Gretna Rd.
877.7.HOTELS You’ll be amazed with the mountain lodge atmosphere creating a unique lodging experience unlike any other in Branson. Discover our million dollar views of the Ozarks from our location near Sight & Sound Theater. 2010 Platinum Award Winner. Free hot breakfast, indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and many more amenities.
Music Capital Inn
3257 Shepherd of the Hills
877.33.GUEST
The award-winning Best Western Music Capital Inn is a top ranked TripAdvisor hotel in Branson. Located directly across from the Shoji Tabuchi Theater and near Pierce Arrow. You’ll love the small hotel charm. Enjoy a free hot breakfast each morning. Indoor pool, hot tub, game room, gift shop and more.
West
3601 Shepherd of the Hills
800.443.8694
Looking for midscale value? The 2010 Gold Award Comfort Inn West is the closest hotel in Branson to Silver Dollar City and Shepherd of the Hills Homestead, plus it’s surrounded by some of the top theaters and dining in Branson. Free hot breakfast. Relax in the indoor pool & hot tub. We’d love to serve you.
Green Mtn. Drive
2801 Green Mtn. Drive
800.321.7275
Discover luxury right in the heart of Branson. The Holiday Inn Express hotel is one of the nicest resort hotels in Branson located on Green Mtn. Drive near the Grand Village and Thousand Hills Golf. This is the perfect spot for your family. New in 2010: indoor pool, hot tub, game room, exercise room, gift shop and ticket service.
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