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GROUP TOUR & REUNION PLANNER
LIVE SHOWS | OUTDOOR ADVENTURE | FAMILY FUN 800.214.3661 | ExploreBranson.com
DEAR TRAVEL PLANNER Branson, Missouri is known as the live entertainment capital of America offering a multitude of live shows performed from early morning until late at night by hundreds of world-renowned musicians, legendary stars, hot new talent, beloved long-standing shows and touring artists. Our one-of-a-kind travel destination also includes three pristine lakes, championship golf courses, an international award-winning theme park, dozens of attractions and museums, an Historic Downtown district, shopping galore, a full range of dining options, and a host of hotels, motels, resorts, RV parks, campgrounds and meeting and conference facilities. All of this and more is nestled in the lakeside beauty of the Ozark Mountains
and is America’s affordable, wholesome family entertainment destination that emphasizes fun, comfort and the feeling of being right at home. The community embodies essential American values such as patriotism, faith, courage and generosity of spirit – together these values exemplify our time-honored Ozarks’ hospitality. In 2015, Branson offers your groups so much to see and do and our Group Tour & Reunion Planner is designed to provide a wide range of comprehensive information for Tour Operators, Travel Agents, Group Leaders, Church Groups, Student Groups, Reunion Planners and more to plan the perfect group trip to the Branson/Lakes Area this year. This planner will be a great resource to you in every
way – whether you’re a seasoned group travel planner, just planning your very first group trip or something in between. Branson has it all and rest assured the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Leisure Group Sales Staff is here to provide you with all of the information you need to organize the perfect group trip. Give us a call and start planning your special group trip today! Kindest regards, Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP Director of Leisure Group Sales LNeimeyer@BransonCVB.com Branson/Lakes Area CVB
Downtown Branson
CONTACT US Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP
Julie Peters, CTIS
Ashley Foster
lneimeyer@bransoncvb.com
jpeters@bransoncvb.com
afoster@bransoncvb.com
Leisure Group Sales Manager
Leisure Group Sales Assistant
Director of Leisure Group Sales
For more information, call 800.214.3661 or visit ExploreBranson.com To learn more about Travel Agent Commission Packages, please visit ExploreBranson.com/groups/travel to see our guide, available only online.
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Dining
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Airport Information
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Shopping
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Mileage Markers
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Travel Packagers/Event Planners
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Ground Transportation & Shuttle Services
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Reunions
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Group Services
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Lakes
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Golf
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RV Parks & Campgrounds
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City Park Locations
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Theatre & Attraction Map
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Live Shows
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Attractions
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Lodging Map
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Lodging
47 - Request for Proposal “RFP” Form 48 - 10 Helpful Reunion Tips 50 - Military Reunions 51 - Family Reunions
Branson Landing Fountains
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EXPLORE BRANSON
Branson Zipline
Table Rock Lake The Bretts
Branson offers a wide variety of live entertainment throughout the year. Seasonal special events, holiday celebrations and annual festivals bring even more musical diversity to Branson throughout the year. Visitors can choose from shows featuring ’50s, ’60s and ’70s pop, country, gospel, bluegrass, rock ‘n’ roll, patriotic, swing, Big Band, jazz and classical music. There are dozens of comedy, magic, dance and Broadwaystyle productions full of special effects, dazzling costumes, live and animatronic animals and amazing specialty performers from all around the world. Branson is home to the awardwinning Silver Dollar City theme park which treats group visitors of all ages to
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a sight, sound and taste experience they won’t soon forget. This 1880s-themed park, situated in a wooded, natural Ozark Mountain setting, features six annual festivals, dozens of live stage shows, demonstrating craftsmen, gravity-defying thrill rides, mouthwatering dining fare, heirloom-quality shopping, and a staff that welcomes guests with authentic heartfelt hospitality. Other attractions throughout the Branson area include land and lake sightseeing tours; military, nature, art and history museums; family amusement parks; indoor and outdoor
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water parks; miniature golf; themed dining experiences and much more. Certainly one of the most unique aspects of a Branson vacation experience is within minutes of the neon and bright lights of world-famous Hwy. 76. Visitors can enjoy three pristine lakes, watching wildlife meander across the grounds of a lakeside resort. Branson is surrounded by more than 100,000 acres of public parks and wildlife areas offering opportunities for hiking, biking, camping, geocaching, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and swimming. Groups looking to incorporate outdoor recreation into their itineraries have an endless list from which to choose in Branson.
Showboat Branson Belle
Tanger Outlets
Dogwood Canyon Nature Park Lake Taneycomo
Branson is a shopper’s paradise with name-brand shopping centers and dozens of boutique and specialty shops full of handmade works of art ranging from quilts to hand-blown glass to heirloom-quality furniture. Historic Downtown Branson is lined with more than 80 quaint shops and restaurants, all within easy walking distance. The Branson Landing features a onemile lakefront boardwalk and a town square large enough to accommodate 4,000 people for concerts, events and other activities. The Landing offers 10 restaurants and 100 brand-name tenants mixed with boutiques, galleries and shops.
Dining options in the area range from fast food or family-style buffets to gourmet restaurants overlooking the lake. Located near the heart of Branson’s live entertainment district, visitors will find a full range of menu choices including American, Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Thai, Indian and Greek, plus plenty of dessert and ice cream shops. Lodging amenities for travelers run the full spectrum from RV parks to luxury high-rise hotels with a full-time concierge, spas, shopping and on-site dining. Groups and reunions can stay in any one of a number of flag hotels or motels; enjoy the amenities found
at local nightly rental condos, or take advantage of all that is offered at fullservice resorts. Branson is conveniently located in the heart of our nation, making it an ideal drive-to destination or fly in to the Branson Airport or Springfield-Branson National Airport. The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau specializes in providing resources for tour operators, travel agents and group leaders. For more information, visit ExploreBranson.com or call 800-2143661 to speak to Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP, Director of Leisure Group Sales.
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AIRPORT INFORMATION
Branson Airport Terminal
While we have made every effort to verify the accuracy of the information contained herein, we cannot be held liable for errors or changes that have occurred.
Located approximately 8 miles south of Branson ™
4000 Branson Airport Blvd. Hollister, MO 65672 Phone: 417-334-7813 Fax: 417-334-2190 www.flybranson.com
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AIRLINES: Buzz Airways and Branson Air Express DIRECT FLIGHTS: Non-stop air service to Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston and Orlando TERMINAL: 58,000 square feet and will ultimately have capacity to handle more than 1 million enplanements annually. Individuals and groups flying to Branson have auto rental services on-site (Enterprise) and off-site (Avis, Budget, Hertz) as well as taxi, limo and shuttle service into Branson (Branson Grayline). The airport includes a general aviation facility to handle corporate and private aircraft. There are also hangar facilities for based aircraft.
Located on the northwest side of the city, approximately 43 miles from Branson.
2300 North Airport Blvd. Springfield, MO 65802 Phone: 417-868-0500 Fax: 417-868-0501 www.flyspringfield.com
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Featuring more than 35 arrivals and 35 departures daily. AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Allegiant Airlines, Delta, and United DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop daily service to Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Orlando, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and St. Petersburg/Tampa. OneStop service to an additional 476 domestic cities and 40 international cities TERMINAL: New 175,000 square foot, offering full-service travel agent, complete ticketing facilities, automated baggage handling, restaurant, chapel, gift shops and lounge. CAR RENTAL: Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. This airport also offers general aviation services including aircraft service, tie-down space, 24-hour fueling, and a pilot’s lounge.
This airport does not currently offer any commercial flights, but provides an option for incoming private aircraft/corporate jets. Located adjacent to the campus of the College of the Ozarks in Branson.
P.O. Box 1194, Branson, MO 65615 Phone: 417-332-1848 Fax: 417-332-1850 Hours: 7am to 5pm daily www.taneycountyairport.com
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Runway orientation 12/30, Runway length 3,738 feet X width 100 feet with parallel taxiway, Elevation 940 feet, Surface is grooved asphalt, Runway lights are pilot activated. Overnight parking fee for planes. Fuels available include 100 LL and Jet A. NSB 204. PLK. Roaring beacon and three approved instrument approaches. Tie downs and hangar space available. CAR RENTAL: Avis and Budget
Located three miles northwest of Harrison, approximately 25 miles south of Branson.
PO Box 1114, Harrison, AR 72601 Phone: 870-741-6954 Fax: 870-741-5526 www.boonecountyairport.com
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RUNWAY: 18-36, Runway Length 6,160 feet X width 150 feet with parallel taxiway, Elevation 1363.8 feet, Airport Reference Point: Latitude: N 36º 15’ 41.474”, Longitude W 93º 09’ 17.021” , UNICOM and Lights 123.00 , ILS Approach to Runway 36: 250’ – ½ mile minimums , GPS, VOR and NDB approaches also available, Fuels include 100 LL and Jet A, Aircraft maintenance/parking available. No parking fees. No landing fees. AIRLINES: Seaport Airlines CAR RENTAL: Enterprise, Hertz
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Located on the southeast side of the city, about a three and a half hour drive from Branson, MO.
One Airport Drive Little Rock, Arkansas 72202 Phone 501-372-3439 Fax 501-372-0612 www.fly-lit.com
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AIRLINES: Allegiant, American Airlines/American Eagle, Delta/ComAir, Frontier, Southwest, United Express and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Atlanta, Baltimore/Washington, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Dallas Love Field, Denver, Detroit, Houston Hobby, Houston International, Las Vegas, Orlando, St. Louis, Memphis, and Newark GATES: 12 gates TERMINAL: Complete ticketing facilities, automated baggage claim, food court, gift shop, brew pub, curbside check-in, ATM and conference room CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty Located about a three and a half hour drive from Branson, MO.
7777 East Apache Street, Tulsa, OK 74115 Phone: 918-838-5000 Fax: 918-838-5199 TUL www.tulsaairports.com
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Located southwest of Bentonville/Rogers and northwest of Springdale about a two-hour drive from Branson, MO.
Northwest Arkansas
Regional Airport
One Airport Blvd. Suite 100 Bentonville, AR 72712 Phone: 479-205-1000 Fax: 479-205-1001 www.flyxna.com
Serving 3.5 million passengers annually. 86 non-stop daily departures, 172 flights arrive/depart daily AIRLINES: Allegiant, American/American Eagle, Continental, Delta/ComAir, Southwest, Sun Country, United/United Express and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop service to Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Dallas-Love Field, Denver, Detroit, Houston Hobby, Houston International, Las Vegas, Orlando, Miami, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Phoenix, and Washington/Dulles GATES: 22 gates TERMINAL: 550,000 square foot CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless, National and Thrifty
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AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Allegiant, Delta ASA, United, and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Service to Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York, Newark, and Orlando GATES: 16 gates CAR RENTAL: Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty Located north of the city, about a four-hour drive from Branson.
601 Brasilia Avenue Kansas City, MO 64153 Phone: 816-243-5237 Fax: 816-243-3170 www.flykci.com
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Featuring more than 675 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, AirTran, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines/American Eagle, Delta, Frontier, Seaport Airlines, Southwest, Spirit, United, and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop, daily service to 43 domestic airports GATES: 90 gates TERMINAL: Three separate “C” shaped buildings with continuous shuttle service in between CAR RENTAL: Ace, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, National, Payless, and Thrifty
Located northwest of the city, about a four-hour drive from Branson.
St. Louis Lambert International
10701 Lambert International Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63145 Phone: 314-426-8000 Fax: 314-426-1121 www.flystl.com
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Featuring 1,400 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, Air Choice One, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines/American Eagle, CapeAir, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, United and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop, daily service to 58 domestic airports nationwide GATES: 88 gates on five concourses TERMINAL: The main terminal and the east terminal are connected by concourse D CAR RENTAL: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty
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MILEAGE MARKERS ALABAMA Birmingham 488 Huntsville 491 Montgomery 624 ALASKA Anchorage 2947 Fairbanks 2928 ARIZONA 1321 Phoenix Scottsdale 1273 1272 Mesa ARKANSAS Eureka Springs Fort Smith Little Rock
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CALIFORNIA Los Angeles 1652 Sacramento 1546 San Diego 1678 San Francisco 1948 San Jose 1570
FLORIDA Daytona Beach 1090 Fort Myers 1174 1274 Ft. Lauderdale 1291 Miami Orlando 1071 Pensacola 6802 1109 Tampa GEORGIA Atlanta
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HAWAII Honolulu 3971 IDAHO Boise Twin Falls
1584 1465
ILLINOIS Chicago Peoria
546 419
INDIANA Evansville 425 Indianapolis 502
COLORADO Colorado Springs 796 Denver 831 Grand Junction 1053 Pueblo 835
IOWA Dubuque 536 395 Des Moines Sioux City 492
CONNECTICUT Hartford 1330 Bridgeport 1118
KANSAS Topeka Wichita
DELAWARE Dover 1163 Wilmington 1130
KENTUCKY Lexington 582 Louisville 507
DIST. OF COLUMBIA Washington, D.C. 1064
LOUISIANA Shreveport 358
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MAINE Augusta Portland
NEW JERSEY 1157 Trenton Bloomfield 1196
SOUTH DAKOTA 917 Rapid City Sioux Falls 578
MARYLAND Baltimore 1068 Cumberland 950
NEW MEXICO Albuquerque 865 859 Santa Fe
TENNESSEE Memphis 265 Nashville 455
MASSACHUSETTS 1414 Boston Pittsfield 1320
NEW YORK New York
TEXAS Dallas Houston San Antonio
415 600 699
UTAH Logan Salt Lake City
1276 1279
MICHIGAN Grand Rapids Detroit
1600 1545
693 794
MINNESOTA Minneapolis 638 MISSOURI 275 Hannibal Jefferson City 170 Kansas City 198 St. Louis 236 Springfield 43 MISSISSIPPI Biloxi Jackson MONTANA Billings Helena NEBRASKA Omaha NEVADA Carson City Las Vegas
595 429
1242 1480
NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte 862 996 Raleigh NORTH DAKOTA Bismarck 999 887 Grand Forks OHIO Cincinnati 609 Cleveland 811 Columbus 669
1835 1430
VERMONT Montpelier 1410 Bennington 1310 VIRGINIA Richmond 1067 Arlington 1069
OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City Tulsa
321 219
WASHINGTON Seattle Spokane
OREGON Portland Salem
2004 2050
WEST VIRGINIA Charleston 756 Wheeling 795
PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia 1136 Pittsburgh 850
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NEW HAMPSHIRE Concord 1230 Rochester 1259
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RHODE ISLAND Providence 1384 Newport 1383 SOUTH CAROLINA Columbia 868 Greenville 800
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WISCONSIN 611 Madison Milwaukee 629 WYOMING Cheyenne 845 1024 Casper
GROUND TRANSPORTATION & SHUTTLE SERVICES 1ST CLASS SHUTTLE SERVICE 249 Camp Drive Branson, MO 65616 (417) 239-4492 1stclassshuttleservice@gmail.com
AAA CAB 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 AMERICAN FLAT-RATE SHUTTLE, LLC 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 bransongrayline.com AT YOUR SERVICE LIMOUSINE 44 Centinnial Lane Galena, MO 65656 (417) 230-3602 limosinbranson.com BEST PRICE AIRPORT SHUTTLE PO Box 957 Rockaway Beach, MO 65740 (417) 251-0153
BRANSON CHECKER CAB 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 bransoncheckercab.com BRANSON CITY CAB 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 339-2227 mobilebranson.com BRANSON COACH, LLC 3005 W Hwy 76, Suite B Branson, MO 65616 (417) 339-4888 (800) 841-2313 info@bcnwa.net bcnwa.net BRANSON GRAY LINE 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 334-5463 (800) 542-6768 liz@bransongrayline.com bransongrayline.com
BRANSON LIMOUSINE & EXECUTIVE CHARTER, INC. 140 Sterlins Way Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 331-1316 bransonlimoservice.com BRANSON YELLOW CAB 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 liz@bransongrayline.com bransonyellowcab.com CAVALLO BUS LINES 3755 East Kearney Springfield, MO 65803 Toll Free: (877) 869-4190 Office: (417) 869-4190 cavallobuslines.com HAPPY TRAILS CHARTER, INC. 1013 State Highway H Forsyth, MO 65653 (417) 339-3420 happytrailsbus.com happytrailsbus@aol.com
JERRY’S SUPER SHUTTLE 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 334-5678 jerryssupershuttle.com J. HOWARD FISK LIMOUSINES, INC. 2001 E. Traffic Way Street Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 862-2900 fisklimo.com MAJESTIC LIMOUSINE & TRANSPORT 445 S. Ingram Mill Road Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 689-4321 majestic-limos.com TRI-LAKES SHUTTLE 3005 West Hwy. 76, Ste. B Branson, MO 65616 (417) 339-4888 goservices.com
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GROUP SERVICES
Adventures of Marco Polo
Clay Cooper Ripleys Believe it or Not
A variety of group services and complimentary promotional materials are available from the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Our knowledgeable and enthusiastic group sales staff will assist you with any questions you may have during the complete planning process. The Group Services list has been developed as a brief outline of support services provided by the Branson/Lakes Area CVB and community businesses. However, these services are not limited to this list. If you don’t find what you are looking for, just call the Branson/ Lakes Area CVB when you need assistance at 1-800-214-3661, or log onto ExploreBranson.com.
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COMPLIMENTARY PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS A variety of our 2015 promotional materials are available to you FREE of charge including vacation guides, rack cards, maps, brochures and more to help you make plans and promote your group tour. MEDIA SUPPORT Our new 2015 Branson Destination Sales video, in DVD format only, is available at your request and is complimentary. We can also provide you with press kits and local media contacts. We offer an excellent choice of photographs representing shows, attractions, lodgings,
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the many seasons in Branson and more for your use on websites, newsletters and tour catalogs. These photographs are easy to download and are conveniently located in our photo gallery on ExploreBranson.com. FAM TOURS & SITE INSPECTIONS If you have never been to Branson, or haven’t visited in a few years, a FAM Tour or site inspection may be the best way to familiarize yourself with what we have to offer your special group. The Branson/Lakes Area CVB offers information on scheduled familiarization tours (FAMs) planned at different times throughout the year. However, if you want to plan your own preliminary visit to Branson for a personal site inspec-
tion, the Branson/Lakes Area CVB will provide information and contacts for you to arrange your own itinerary of exciting activities. In 2015, the Branson/Lakes Area CVB will host our 7th Annual Professional Travel Planer FAM Tour, April 14-17. We will host our 9th Annual Music Directors FAM Tour, June 16-19, and our 11th annual Military Reunion Planners Conference FAM Tour, August 3-6. For more information on these scheduled FAM Tours, please contact Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP, Director of Leisure Group Sales at 1-800-214-3661, ext. 305. SUPPORT SERVICES The Branson/Lakes Area CVB can assist in providing information on travel packagers, event planners, special activities, meeting and convention facilities, auxiliary services for meetings, motor coach services and much more. The Convention & Visitors Bureau also provides complimentary “Welcome Bags” for your group upon request. TRAVEL PACKAGERS/EVENT PLANNERS Branson offers a wide selection of local travel packagers that can arrange your group’s complete itinerary. For details see Travel Packagers/Event Planners listings on pages 43-44. GROUP RECOGNITION AT SHOWS To add that special touch and to demonstrate appreciation to groups, most of our shows will recognize groups during intermission at area shows. Branson honors veterans’ every day and many of our shows will recognize the men and women who have served our country too! ENTERTAINERS BID FAREWELL At the end of the show, many entertainers will “hop on” the motor coach to say goodbye and sign autographs. GROUP RATES Many Branson tourist-related businesses will offer special group rates beginning with 15 to 20 or more paid attendees. The minimum number of
paid attendees will vary from business to business. ESCORT AND DRIVER BENEFITS Many of the theaters, attractions and dining establishments recognize the efforts of hard-working escorts and drivers of professional motor coach groups, and will extend special benefits such as complimentary admissions, meals, gifts and more. BUS DRIVERS’ LOUNGES Some theaters, attractions and shopping centers offer motor coach drivers a special lounge with refreshments, an opportunity to read the newspaper or catch up on the news.
MOTORCOACH DISPOSAL STATIONS Branson Motor coach Specialists, Inc. 417-336-5935 Grand Country Inn 417-335-3535 (guests only) Clarion Hotel 417-334-7666 (guests only) Honeysuckle Inn 417-335-2030 (guests only) Angel Inn 417-334-6500 (guests only)
SPECIAL GREETING AND ESCORT SERVICES Most theaters and attractions will greet your group upon arrival and then provide an escort to your seats in the theater/attraction. THEME ACTIVITIES Some of Branson’s restaurants, campgrounds and lodging facilities offer themed parties, welcome receptions and special dining. These specially planned activities can be fun and creative, especially when inspired by Branson’s variety of entertainment. SPECIAL SERVICES FOR RV GROUPS AND CLUBS Many of Branson’s campgrounds offer a variety of group services including show reservations, pavilions for gatherings, shuttle transportation and group rates. MOTORCOACH PARKING Parking is plentiful at many Branson establishments and many have designated motor coach parking space readily available. MOTORCOACH SERVICES AND REPAIRS Branson Motorcoach Specialists, Inc., 417-336-5935
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Andy Williams Moon River Theatre
E-6 Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai Theatre E-7
Baldknobbers Jamboree Theatre
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C-8 Branson Events Center D-5 Branson Star/Doug Gabriel Theatre D-5 Caravelle Theatre
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D-6 Clay Cooper Theatre E-9 Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre E-9 Dixie Stampede D-5 Dutton Family Theatre
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E-8 God & Country Theatre D-5 Golden Corral Showroom E-8 Grand Country Music Hall
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C-6 Hamner Variety Theatre E-11 Hot Hits Theatre D-6 Hughes Brothers Theatre
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King’s Castle Theatre
D-5 Little Opry Theatre (IMAX)
*INSET: Historic Downtown & Branson Landing
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C-10 Oak Ridge Boys Theatre E-11 Owen Theatre C-6 Pierce Arrow Theatre
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E-6 Presleys’ Country Jubilee Theatre D-5 RFD-TV The Theatre C-5 Shepherd of The Hills Pavilion Theatre
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BIlly Dean and Steel Horses
LIVE SHOWS
#1 Hits of the 60s & 50s Too!
Acrobats of China AYO starring Voices of Glory
In Branson your group can enjoy a wide variety of entertainment options morning, afternoon and night and with such a wide range of choices it gives everyone something to sing about. There is music from nearly every era and style performed daily both by rising young entertainers and legendary stars. The many choices of music include pop, country, rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, patriotic, Broadway, western, Big Band, swing, bluegrass, jazz, classical and more. Music made famous by classical
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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. Comedians are a Branson mainstay, both as headliners and as specialty acts during some of our zany variety shows. It’s easy to meet the stars in Branson because many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and
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pose for pictures wherever they are, whether in the lobby after the show or out on the golf course. Most performers live in the area full-time and can often be seen enjoying the same shows and attractions that you do. If you run into a Branson celebrity, feel free to go up and say hello. They’ll be happy to meet you and make your acquaintance! For a complete list of shows, please visit ExploreBranson.com/shows.
#1 Hits of the 60’s & 50’s too!
A Neil Diamond Tribute Historic Owen Theatre 205 S. Commercial Street Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-464-8497, Fax: 417-332-0144 www.aneildiamondtribute.com
3446 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-1968, Toll Free: 877-339-1960 Fax: 417-339-1969 www.1HitsOfthe60s.com
Acrobats of China Featuring The New Shanghai Circus 470 State Hwy 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8888, Toll Free: 888-212-4462 Fax: 417-239-1708, www.AcrobatsOfChina.com
Join us for a high energy party as we take you back to the days of the British Invasion, Motown, California Surfin’ and the Age of Aquarius with over 100 songs, 100 costume changes, and all those groovy dances! It’s the most fun you’ll have in Branson!
Diamond look and sound alike Keith Allynn tells the story of Neil Diamond’s life through Diamond’s songs, all the while weaving his own comical career change from a Top 10 Elvis to Neil Diamond, all for the love of a woman!
“The New Shanghai Circus is a virtual cornucopia of one amazing, entertaining and exciting act after another that seamlessly melds into one grand choreographed entertainment for both adults and children.” - Branson Courier A revolving line-up of internationally award-winning acts. The Acrobats of China showcase classic Chinese dance and physical performance art.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Show Times & Season
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Show Times & Season
8pm Mon/2pm Tues-Sat, March-December
10:30am Tues-Fri/7:30pm Wed, March-December
3pm/8pm, February-December
Baldknobbers Jamboree
Billy Dean and Steel Horses featuring Jarret at the Starlite Theatre
2835 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4528, Toll Free: 800-998-8908 Fax: 417-334-4526 www.baldknobbers.com
3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
Voted 2014 Show of the Year, Branson’s first show remains Branson’s best show with it’s 100% LIVE music and comedy jamboree. The Baldknobbers is also on permanent display in the Smithsonian Institution for it’s contribution to American culture. Don’t miss “the show that started it all” in Branson!
Join Billy for a show filled with Country, Comedy, Lyrics and Laughter! Grammy Award Winner Billy Dean has sold over 4 million albums with 11 top 10 singles and 5 number one hits! ACM voted him top new male vocalist and he won song of the year for “Somewhere In My Broken Heart”. Plus one of Branson’s funniest comedians, Jarrett Dougherty.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Buckets N Boards at the Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
BUCKETS N BOARDS COMEDY PERCUSSION SHOW has captivated audiences for the past 5 years in Branson and will be performing at the Starlite Theatre in 2015. Co-Creators Matt Levingston and Gareth Server have handcrafted a hilarious and high-energy show chock-full of precise percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive instrumentation and unique musical talent. Buckets N Boards is a must see family show. You are guaranteed to have fun!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
8pm, February-December
2pm/7:30pm, March-December
2pm/7:30pm, March-August
Comp Policy
Bus Parking
Concession Stand
Full Meal
Handicapped Access
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Buck Trent Country Music Show 2835 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5428, Toll Free: 800-764-9324 Fax: 417-334-8839 www.BuckTrent.com
Looking for real country music? You’ve found it with Buck Trent (Branson’s Entertainer of the Year) and his All-Star Cast! Two-Time CMA Instrumentalist of the Year Buck Trent, and his cast of award-winning musicians and singers deliver a hand-clappin’, toe-tappin’ show with traditional country music, gospel, and down-home humor.
Carpenters Once More Historic Owen Theatre 205 S. Commercial Street Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-464-8497, Fax: 417-332-0144 www.historicowentheatre.com
Two unforgettable women celebrate one unforgettable voice! From the birth of this dynamic duo to the last of their performances, this heart-warming show will highlight hits like, Yesterday Once More, Close to You, For All We Know, We’ve Only Just Begun, Postman, Ticket to Ride and many more!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
3216 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 www.claycoopertheatre.com
Featuring 24 Veteran entertainers, Clay Cooper’s Country Express gives you high-energy live music, singing, dancing, and hysterical comedy - from George Jones to Hunter Hayes and from the Doobie Brothers to Bruno Mars! This cast goes all out, performing country, rock n’ roll, gospel and more! Located across from Titanic.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Show Times & Season
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10am, April-December
1pm Tues-Fri / 7:30pm Thurs, March-December
10am/7:30pm, March-December
Doug Gabriel’s #1 Hits Tribute Show
Down Home Country Show Grand Country Music Hall
Comedy Jamboree Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484, Toll Free: 888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829 www.GrandCountry.com
Don’t miss this comedy and musical extravaganza voted Best Comedy Show! From hilarious, clean comedy, floor pounding dancing, to all your country favorites, this show is a HOT TICKET! For an amazing afternoon of fun, the Comedy Jamboree is a MUST SEE. You will laugh until it hurts!
3750 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8300, Toll Free: 800-954-8554 Fax: 417-337-8384 www.douggabriel.com
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484, Toll Free: 888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829 www.GrandCountry.com
Join Doug Gabriel, Family and Cast as they present #1 Hits from over 35 artists. Music from Country, Pop, Gospel and the movies. Your group will be tapping their toes or dancing in the aisles. Plus great Comedy from the Flying J. The best 2 hours in Branson.
The Down Home Country Show, awarded Best Classic Show, is THE show in Branson to hear traditional Country Music. With an incredible cast of singers and pickers, you literally step back in time. Featuring the best of Classic Country, Western Swing and Gospel music, enjoy all the songs that made you fall in love with Country Music.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
3pm, January-December
Tues-Sat 10am/8pm, March-December
10am, April/May/September-December
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FAIR
Grand Jubilee Grand Country Music Hall
2905 W. Hwy 76. (The Americana Theatre) Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-231-6678 www.thefairshow.com
Exhilarating Performances -Breathtaking Harmonies. New for 2015, this dynamic group of five siblings presents a youthful feel on older classics and newer hits that appeals to all generations. Each member is accomplished in singing, dancing, and playing multiple instruments. This award-winning show is a must see while visiting Branson.
Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2484, Toll Free: 888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829 www.GrandCountry.com
3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4363, Toll Free: 888-335-2080 Fax: 417-336-3787 www.HamnersUnbelievable.com
Voted Best Branson Show, audiences fall in love with the tight harmonies and dynamic performance of Rock & Roll favorites, the Grand Jubilee will surpass expectations of any age. It’s Branson’s most entertaining show...ask anybody!
Features the Unbelievable magic of the Hamners, singing impressionist Jeff Brandt, vocalist Tamra Tinoco, Russian aerial adagio dance pair Vadim & Mariya Serykh, and ventriloquist Brenda Hahne. From the opening curtain to our amazing multimedia patriotic finale you won’t believe we could fit this much entertainment into one show.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
10am/7:30pm, April-December
7:30pm, January-December
8pm Tues/Wed/Thur/Sat, 3pm Sun March-December
King’s Castle Theatre
Joseph Hall’s Elvis
Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076 Toll Free: 800-422-0076 Fax: 417-337-8400 www.HughesBrothersTheatre.com
3216 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 www.claycoopertheatre.com
Featuring Award-Winning Shows: “it” starring the Hughes Brothers... See “it”... Hear “it”... Feel “it”... Love “it”! “it” is Branson’s Ultimate Entertainment Destination; AYO starring Voices of Glory (from America’s Got Talent Fame) features Pop, Jazz, Soul, Rock, and Gospel; Hughes Brothers Christmas Show (A Triumph of Everything You Want To Feel At Christmas Time!)
Utilizing state-of-the-art lighting, lasers, video, sets and tightest live band in Branson, Joseph Hall’s Elvis “Rock ‘N’ Remember Tribute” will blow you away as he recreates the legend of Elvis Presley. You will think you are watching the King himself!
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15
2701 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7910, Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-335-8175 www.kingscastletheatre.com
King’s Castle Theatre is home to five amazing productions in 2015. New Jersey Nights, Dublin’s Irish Tenors & The Celtic Ladies, Christmas Wonderland and New for 2015 Puttin on the Ritz. Also, after touring around the world, Spirit of the Dance returns for an exclusive Encore Tour.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
10am/3pm/8pm, January-December
2pm, March-December
10am/2pm/8pm (varies daily), February-December
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Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers at the Starlite Theatre
Larry’s Country Diner LIVE at the Starlite Theatre
Legends in Concert 1600 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-STAR, Toll Free: 800-374-SHOW Fax: 417-332-1205 www.legendsinconcert.com
3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
Larry Gatlin And The Gatlin Brothers (Steve and Rudy) are one of the most successful acts in country music history with 33 top 40 singles including “Houston”, “All the Gold In California” and Grammy-winning “Broken Lady”. Join us at the Starlite Theatre in 2015 for Larry Gatlin And The Gatlin Brothers 60th year of performing together!
Fans of the popular RFDTV series “Larry’s Country Diner” will be thrilled to see their return to the Starlite Theatre. Join Larry Black, Nadine, Renee, Keith and the Sheriff, the entire cast of the hit series as they host special guests such as Gene Watson, Rhonda Vincent, Dailey & Vincent, Jimmy Fortune and more!
Now playing at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, Legends in Concert has a ROCKIN’ line-up of stars ready to take the stage! See stars such as Bette Middler, Aretha Franklin, Kenny Chesney, Whitney Houston, The Blues Brothers and Elvis Presley. With a rotating line-up that changes four times a year, there is truly something for everyone!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
2pm/7:30pm, October-November
2pm/7:30pm, May/September/October
3pm/8pm, February-December
Magnificent 7 Show
Mel Tillis & The Statesiders
Oak Ridge Boys Theatre
3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expy Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4363 Toll Free: 888-335-2080 Fax: 417-336-3787 www.Mag7Show.com
3216 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 www.claycoopertheatre.com
464 State Hwy 248 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2000, Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-332-0140 www.OakRidgeBoysTheatre.com
Experience a journey through 7 decades of music with the Magnificent 7 Show. One of the most energizing experiences you will witness. 7 first-class entertainers and 200 costume changes coordinate with 75 production numbers from the 1940’s through the 2000’s. Non-stop musical action, dancing, comedy and so much more!
This October thru December, Mel Tillis will entertain your group with his award-winning talent as a singer, songwriter and actor! The country music legend will sing his classic hits including “Detroit City”, “Ruby”, and “Coca-Cola Cowboy” as well as several other chart-topping songs!
The Oak Ridge Boys Theatre presents a star powered line up including Bill Cosby, Johnny Mathis, Little River Band, Neal McCoy, Wynonna, The Charlie Daniels Band and so many more. Add that to the smooth sounds of the Oak Ridge Boys’ and this is a must see stop for your next Branson trip.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Show Times & Season
7pm Fri/Sun/Mon, April-December
2pm/7:30pm, October-December
3pm/8pm, April-December
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Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Patsy Cline Remembered 3090 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4363, Toll Free: 888-335-2080 Fax: 417-336-3787 www.PatsyClineRemembered.com
Paul Harris and the Cleverlys at the Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
The Starlite Theatre is excited to announce that “Paul Harris and the Cleverlys,” one of Branson’s most popular and unique shows, will return in 2015! Paul Harris and the Cleverlys have performed on the Grand Ole Opry, the CMA fest and have recently toured with Alabama! This show is where blue collar meets grass roots comedy and features music from hip hop to hillbilly, delivering the most unique musical comedy in Branson.
Branson’s Matinee Show of the Year! Take a trip down memory lane with Patsy Cline Remembered. Critically acclaimed C.J. Newsom and her award winning band, the Re-Cliners, will share the songs and stories of Patsy’s remarkable career in an engaging tribute show.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Pierce Arrow Theater, llc 3069 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8742, Toll Free: 877-687-4241 Fax: 417-348-1140 www.piercearrowtheater.com
For 16 years Pierce Arrow has been the Branson show all others are measured against. This year brings its most ambitious and electrifying show yet. The Pierce Arrow Show has everything from rock-the-house gospel to the funniest comedy in Branson. Come see Branson’s hottest show in 2015!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
3pm, April-December
2pm/7:30pm, March-December
3pm/8pm, February-December
Presleys’ Country Jubilee
Pure Comedy Show
3216 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024 www.claycoopertheatre.com
Red, Hot...& Blue!
2920 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4874, Toll Free: 800-336-4874 Fax: 417-334-5779 www.presleys.com
Historic Owen Theatre 205 S. Commercial Street Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-464-8497, Fax: 417-332-0144 www.purecomedyshow.com
The Presley Family is proud to be recognized as Branson’s First Family of Entertainment. Come see this four generation tradition as they perform family favorites that continue to delight millions. The Presleys’ invite you to come on in, have a seat and lose yourself in an evening of great entertainment!
From 3x Emmy Award winning writers of Carol Burnett, Laugh In, Phyllis Diller & Jay Leno comes Pure Comedy. Six comedians performing sketches, monologues and Stand up that makes you fall down laughing! 100% Comedy 100% Clean.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Seven multi-talented entertainers take your group through the decades with over 100 costume changes, hilarious wigs, reminiscent video footage and more! From Big Bands to Boy Bands and the Beatles to the Bee Gees, don’t miss this high-energy, non-stop performance guaranteed to make you tap your toes.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
8pm Mon-Sat, March-December
3:30pm Wed-Thur/7:30pm Fri-Sun, April-December
10am, March-December
Comp Policy
Bus Parking
Concession Stand
Full Meal
Handicapped Access
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Roundup on the Trail/ Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama
5586 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-4971, Toll Free: 800-653-6288 Fax: 417-332-4950 www.rounduponthetrail.com
5586 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-4971, Toll Free: 800-653-6288 Fax: 417-332-4950 www.oldmatt.com
Experience the history of the Great American Cowboy! Celebrated in song and verse, this incredible tale will take you on a musical journey celebrating the life of early American settlers. Watch as Cookie prepares your meal outside, over an open fire. You’ll enjoy Slow-Smoked Texas brisket, Maple-Smoked turkey breast, Dutch oven trail taters, Fire roasted ear of corn, Campfire beans, Cookie’s hot roll and hot Dutch oven cobbler. Show is transformed for Christmas!
This action-packed family favorite tells the tale of the brave pioneers who lived in the Ozark Mountains in the late 1800s. This live performance features horses, a shoot-out, the actual burning of a log cabin, and a timeless tale with an uplifting message of forgiveness, that is as true today as it was a century ago. Enjoy a tour of this historic homestead during the day, then spend an evening with us under the stars as we bring to life one of the most beautiful stories ever written. Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
The Shoji Tabuchi Show Everyone loving American music is raving about the Shoji Tabuchi Show! Its heart is Branson’s first family of extraordinary entertainment - violinist Shoji Tabuchi, his beautiful wife Dorothy and delightful daughter Christina. The Shoji Tabuchi Show, is a glamorous, astounding state-of-the-art variety production rivaling the excitement of Las Vegas or New York! Group Rate Minimum: 15
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
4:15pm, March-December
8:30pm, May-August 7:30pm, September-October
10:30am/3pm/7:30pm, April-December
Sight & Sound Theatres®
SIX 3455 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3210 Fax: 417-334-3266 www.theSIXshow.com
Smoke on the Mountain
1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-377-1277 Fax: 877-662-4849 www.sight-sound.com
Live on stage in 2015 - Johah! This uproarious adventure will have you on the edge of your seat. A completely immersive experience: From the enormous whale swimming over your head to the thunderous effects of the mighty storm, Jonah will astound and captivate the young and young-at-heart alike.
3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 x 147, Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147 Fax: 417-336-5348 www.bookbransongroups.com
Dubbed “An Orchestra of Human Voices,” SIX combines the musical showmanship and boundless energy of six remarkable brothers (Barry, Kevin, Lynn, Jak, Owen and Curtis). Their high-octane energy, electrifying stage presence and powerhouse vocals combine to create a truly amazing “SIXPERIENCE”.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 20
A world famous off-Broadway hit musical in Branson! Your group will become the 1938 congregation of Mount Pleasant Church...meeting the quirky Sanders Family and singing along with 30 of the best gospel tunes ever written. Hilarious antics, a heartwarming story & a guaranteed good time. Don’t miss the sequel, Sanders Family Christmas in Nov & Dec! Group Rate Minimum: 20
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Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
3:30pm/7:30pm, March-December
2pm/8pm, March-December
8pm Tues-Sat / 5pm Wed,Fri,Sat March-December
Comp Policy
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Shoji Tabuchi Theatre 3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7469 Fax: 417-335-8855 www.Shoji.com
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The Duttons 3454 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772, Toll Free: 888-388-8661 Fax: 417-334-2314 www.theduttons.com
Live from their appearance on the hit NBC series “America’s Got Talent,” The Duttons bring to their stage a wealth of amazing musical talent and truly great entertainment. Says Simon Cowell of The Duttons, “I love it! I absolutely loved it!”
The Great Passion Play
The Haygoods
935 Passion Play Rd. Eureka Springs, AR 72632 Local: 479-253-8559, Toll Free: 800-882-7529 Fax: 479-253-8261 www.GreatPassionPlay.org
3216 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-334-3414 www.thehaygoods.com
The Great Passion Play takes you back 2,000 years ago to “The Greatest Story Ever Told.” Staged in an outdoor amphitheater, this 1 hour and 45 minute reenactment brings to life the events in Jesus Christ’s last days on earth. The Play features a multi-level set, special lighting and sound effects, live animals, and a cast of 170 Biblically costumed actors to create this thrilling epic drama.
Branson’s Most Popular Show! Smash Hit 22nd season in Branson! This talented family will blow you away with powerful harmonies, energetic dance numbers and incredible performances on over 20 different musical instruments! Incredible Music Amazing Special Effects. One Talented Family!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 10
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
Show Times & Season
2pm/8pm, April-December
8:30pm/7:30pm after Labor Day May-October
7:30pm (select 2pm), February-December
The White House Theatre
Twice Adopted
The Texas Tenors at the Starlite Theatre 3115 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6350, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336 www.StarliteTheatre.com
2255 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2396, Toll Free: 855-586-4381 Fax: 417-334-4905 www.thewhitehousetheatre.com
P.O.Box 6444 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-334-9333, Fax: 855-933-8888 www.twiceadopted.com
The Texas Tenors, as seen on America’s Got Talent and their Emmy Award winning PBS special “You Should Dream”. From Alabama to Puccini, John, Marcus and JC bring their unique blend of Country, Gospel, Classical and Broadway to the stage, featuring breath taking vocals, humor and irresistible charm. Rated #1 on Trip Advisor!
Marco Polo is a cultural dance production depicting his travels through Mongolia. With 300 hand made costumes, cast of 60+ and giant wall to wall LED screen, it is a new Branson Must See!
Branson’s most unique show returns in 2015. If you like Sight & Sound productions, then you will love The Twice Adopted Gospel Show and A Twice Adopted Christmas. These two shows are the MUST SEE shows in Branson for every church group! Children living at home are FREE with paying adult!
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Show Times & Season
2pm/7:30pm, April-December
2pm/7:30pm
TBD, Open 7 months
Comp Policy
Bus Parking
Concession Stand
Full Meal
Handicapped Access
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Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede
ATTRACTIONS
Branson Scenic Railway
Silver Dollar City Butterfly Palace
There’s so much to see and do, your group will want to do it all! Including Silver Dollar City, voted one of the Top Ten theme parks in the world by the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions, treats guests to an experience unlike any other. The 100acre, 1880s-themed park is nestled amidst the wooded Ozark Mountains and features more than 100 demonstrating craftsmen, 40 live shows, authentic food fare, 60 shops and 30 fun-filled rides and attractions. Outlaw Run debuted in 2013 and was voted best new ride of 2013 worldwide by Amusement Today! The groundbreaking wood coaster also ranks as #7 on the list of the World’s Top 50 Wood Coasters. Six themed festivals from April through December offer guests something new and exciting each season.
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Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show is a full-scale production set in a 35,000-square-foot arena featuring a family feast and fantastic show fun for all ages. Filled with friendly North and South competition, thrilling horse riding stunts, spectacular special effects, phenomenal musical productions plus a mouth-watering four-course dinner complete with dessert. Explore the Ozarks on Ride The Ducks, Branson’s only Land & Lake Adventure. Ride through the scenic Ozarks where the Ducks climb to the top of the mountain and splash down to cruise Table Rock Lake. The Track Family Fun Parks offer go-kart tracks, amusement games, miniature golf,
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bumper boats, snack bars and other indoor and outdoor recreational activities. Branson Scenic Railway takes passengers on a narrated trip from historic downtown Branson through the rugged countryside south into Arkansas. Titanic Branson, “The World’s Largest Museum Attraction” features re-creations of first-class staterooms, thirdclass austere accommodations, the Grand Staircase, plus interactive exhibits and over 400 priceless artifacts. Groups can choose Table Rock Lake’s premier attraction, The Showboat Branson Belle and the many water sports activities and boat rentals available at the Branson State Park Marina. For a complete list of attractions, please visit ExploreBranson.com/attractions.
Bonniebrook Historical Society
Branson Scenic Railway
Branson Craft Mall
485 Rose O'Neill Rd. Walnut Shade , MO 65771 Local: 417-561-1509, Toll Free: 800-539-7437 www.roseoneill.org Guided tours of the three story home reveal the amazing history of world famous artist, Rose O'Neill. Handicap accessible visitor center includes gift shop, museum, and state-of-the-art fine art gallery. O'Neill's works displayed include Kewpie memorabilia and art exhibited in Paris, France. Gardens, walking trails, and outdoor statues.
694 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1223, Fax: 417-334-1224 www.bransoncraftmall.com
Watch working craftsmen show off their skills while enjoying FREE SAMPLES from HILLBILLY NUT & FRUIT CO. Visit our new PICK ‘n’ PORCH DELI, offering made fresh daily sandwiches, soups and salads. Located 1/2 mile south of Titanic on Highway 165. The Mall that Has It All, You Gotta See It!
Group Rate Minimum: 10
Group Rate Minimum: 15
206 E. Main St. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-0654, Toll Free: 800-287-2462 Fax: 417-336-1459 www.bransontrain.com
Limited handicaped accessibility. Dinner train April–Nov. Saturdays at 5:00pm. Excursion through the Ozark foothills with a live narration aboard vintage equipment.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Hours & Show Times
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Hours & Show Times
9am-4pm, Open April - October
8am-8pm In Season, 9am - 5pm Off Season Open Year Round
8am-4:30pm, Open March-December
Branson's IMAX Entertainment Complex
Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve
3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 x 147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147 Fax: 417-336-5348 www.bookbransongroups.com
7 miles N of Branson at 2339 US 65 Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Local: 417-561-0699, Toll Free: 800-717-0998 Fax: 417-561-0704 www.BransonZipline.com
Everything under one roof! Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex is the perfect stop for any group! Schedule a 45 minute “Branson Exclusive” IMAX Adventure film like Ozarks Legacy & Legend, drop-in & shop at our INDOOR mall, grab a bite at McFarlain’s Restaurant or enjoy a live show at the Little Opry. It's all under one roof!
World Class Eco-Adventure for all ages on authentic Branson Zipline Canopy Tours like the Ozarks Xplorer and Flying Prospector; the Blue Streak Fast Line & Freefall Xpress; the guided Wolfe Creek Photo Safari Walking Tour; Ol' Blue Gemstone Mining; and unique themed gift shop at Wolfe Creek Station. Private Party & Group Meeting spaces available.
College of the Ozarks One Opportunity Ave. Point Lookout , MO 65726 Local: 417-334-6411, Toll Free: 417-334-1752 www.cofo.edu College of the Ozarks offers visitors numerous interesting things to see and do on its campus, including two museums, a working grist mill, fruitcake & jelly kitchen, dairy farm, turn-of-the century one-room school house and four-star student-operated gift shop. The campus welcomes bus groups, and free student guided tours may be made by calling (417) 690-3241.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 20
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Hours & Show Times
Hours & Show Times
9am-10pm, Open Year Round
8am Daily, Open February-December
8am-5pm, Open January-December
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Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction "Branson's Most Fun Place to Eat!"
Dogwood Canyon Nature Park
1525 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7974 Fax: 417-339-4350 www.dixiestampede.com
2038 W. State Hwy 86 Lampe, MO 65681 Local: 417-779-5983, Toll Free: 800-225-6343 Fax: 417-779-5363 www.dogwoodcanyon.org
Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction is about to take your group on a wild ride highlighted by 32 magnificent horses, Stampede Of The Buffalos, trick riders, hilarious racing pigs, music and comedy, plus a fabulous four-course feast! Owner, Dolly Parton guarantees it's "Branson's Most Fun Place to Eat!"
Greatest Adventures Miniature Golf 4800 N. Gretna Road Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-0888 www.minigolfinbranson.com
Dogwood Canyon is a one of a kind experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers of all ages. Our open-air trams wind through the canyon floors past towering bluffs and dozens of cascading waterfalls, crossing creek beds by way of hand built bridges or splashing through spring fed waters full of rainbow trout. You will also get to see our bison, elk, longhorn and deer up close! The park offers activities for the enjoyment of all ages and the tram and paved trail is wheelchair accessible.
Looking for a new experience? Mini golf with Dragon & Egyptian Jungle (36 holes - 18 are handicap accessible). Dine at "Scooter's Sports Grill" known for the best Cheese Steak & Grilled Burgers in Branson! Also, $6 Brown Bag Specials. Eat & Play! If a few don't want to play, (or it's raining) they can eat then shop or see a movie at the Branson Meadows Mall behind us.
Group Rate Minimum: 25
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15 Hours & Show Times
Hours & Show Times
Hours & Show Times
5:30pm/8pm Daily, Open February -December
Varies by Season, Open Year Round, Weather Permitting
9 or 10 am Daily, Open March-November
Kayak Branson llc 5403 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2811 Fax: 417-334-0438 www.kayakbranson.com
National Tiger Sanctuary
Glide over the sparkling, warm waters of Table Rock Lake, or experience an adventure down beautiful Lake Taneycomo with your choice of two destinations. Both beginner and experienced kayakers accommodated. Single, Double and Triple length Kayaks plus Stand Up Paddleboards and canoes. Family Fun-All Ages! Guides Available with notice.
"You haven't seen tigers like this before!" - Trip Advisor See and hear big cats from only three feet away, including white tigers, orange tigers, lions, leopards, and more! Our educational, guided tours are fun for all ages! Special pricing and tour times are available for groups.
Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center 3030 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 http://hollywoodentertainmentcenter.com/ Pick Your Fun, Save a Ton! Get starstruck at the Hollywood Wax Museum. Enjoy 5D adventure Castle of Chaos. Discover if you're The Chosen One in Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, and putt your way to fame at Shoot for the Stars Mini-Golf. Group bookings easy and flexible.
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 10 Kayaks
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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8am -1 Hour Before Sunset
Tours at 10am/1pm/3pm Open January-December
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518 State Hwy BB Saddlebrooke, MO 65630 Local: 417-587-3633 Fax: 417-587-3622 www.nationaltigersanctuary.org
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Ride the Ducks
Showboat Branson Belle
2320 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-266-7607, Toll Free: 800-335-2279 Fax: 417-266-7611 www.bransonducks.com
4800 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7411, Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-336-7412 www.silverdollarcity.com
Laugh and learn by land and lake on Branson’s famous splashdown! Enjoy two unique tours - The Table Rock Lake Adventure (departing from the 76 strip) and the Lake Taneycomo Adventure (departing from Branson Landing). Perfect for family or Military Reunions! Level parking available.
All New Shows in 2015! aboard America’s Most Entertaining Dinner Cruise the 700-seat 1890’s paddle wheeler, Showboat Branson Belle. Each voyage features an all-American three-course meal and beautiful two-hour cruise on Table Rock Lake! Set sail at Noon, 4pm or 8pm, March through December.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Silver Dollar City 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7411, Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-336-7412 www.silverdollarcity.com CELEBRATE AMERICA at One of the Top 10 Parks in the World with 100 demonstrating craftsmen, 40 live shows, 30 thrilling rides and attractions including 2013’s BEST NEW RIDE - Outlaw Run! Plus, NEW star-spangled fun that celebrates the red, white and blue, March through December.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Noon/4pm/8pm, Open March-December
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Stone Hill Winery
The Track Family Fun Parks
Titanic Museum Attraction
601 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1897, Toll Free: 888-926-9463 Fax: 417-334-1942 www.stonehillwinery.com
4 Locations in Branson Local: 417-334-1612 Fax: 417-334-1512 www.bransontracks.com
3235 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-9500, Toll Free: 800-381-7670 Fax: 417-334-5128 www.titanicbranson.com
FREE TOURS! AWARD-WINNING WINES! Treat your senses. Come watch our bottler put the bubbles in our spumante. Hear a few winemaker’s jokes. Swirl, sniff and taste our famous wines and juices. Browse our spacious gift shop. Take home a custom laser-etched gift. All one level.
4 Locations offering high rise, classic go-karts, mini golf, laser tag, bumper boats/cars, and MORE!
We've built the Permanent, Interactive Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson, Mo. Over 5.5 Million Visitors have come aboard since 2006. Find out why. Personalized Group Enhanced Greeting: A Titanic Crew member will greet each coach with a personalized story to fill the interest of your groups. Tour is self-guided.
Group Rate Minimum: Free
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Vigilante Extreme ZipRider
White Water
5586 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-4971, Toll Free: 800-653-6288 Fax: 417-332-4950 www.oldmatt.com
3505 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7411, Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-336-7412 www.silverdollarcity.com
A unique thrill ride unlike any other experience! From the enclosed observation deck take a short flight of steps to the open-air deck where you will launch on a breathtaking flight over the 160-acre historic Shepherd of the Hills Homestead. Specially designed seats make the Vigilante easy for anyone to enjoy. Not only is this one of only 11 rides of its kind in the world, but it is also the tallest! Launching from Inspiration Tower, 230' above one of the highest points in SW Missouri.
Dive into 13 Acres of Rides & Slides filled with Over 2 Million Gallons of Pure Fun! New Thrill Ride... Kapau Plummet, alongside favorites like the 500,000-gallon wave pool, 7-story freefall and speed slides and more. Plus, Night Water extended ride hours and Dive-In Movies.
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Group Rate Minimum: 15
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Varies: See Website, Open May-September
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(136)..................................... D-6
(36)........... D-6
(107).................................. E-6
(56)........................................ D-5
Honeysuckle Inn
(117)............................... G-9
(123)..........................................F-7
Bradford House
The Branson Hotel
(45).............................................. E-6
(74)..............................C-4
Happy Valley Lodge
(81)................................... E-3
(70)................................................B-9
Cardinal Hills Cottages
(53)............................................... D-6
Hampton Inn Hampton Inn
(140)................................... E-6
(35)..................................... D-6
(51)...................................... D-5
Hall of Fame Hotel
(15)..................................................... D-6
Castle Rock Resort
(13)...E-7
Gretna Inn
(162)................................ E-6 (115)...................................E-1
Green Valley Resort
(19).........................................E-7
Green Gables Inn Green Mountain Inn
(24).......................................D-7
(14).....................................................E-7
Grand Plaza Hotel
Grand Oaks
(121)............................ E-6
(10)............................................. E-8
Grand Crowne Resorts
Grand Country
(87)................................. F-2
Gazebo Inn Golden Arrow Resort
(79)................................................ E-2 (16).....................................................E-7
Foxfire Resort
(145)........................C-8
(4)........................................... E-9
Foxborough Inn & Suites
Four Seasons Inn
(67).............................. G-5
(48)................................................... D-6
Fall Creek Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn
(151)....................... J-6
(75)..................................... E-3
Eagle’s Nest Resort Executive Timbers Resort
(90)................................. F-3
Eagle View Cottages
(161)..................................... D-5
(76)........................... E-3
Caprice Motor Inn
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
(129)................................. E-3
Cabins at Green Mountain
Calm Waters Resort
(108)....................D-7
(114).................... D-5
Cabins at Grand Mountain
(141).......................................... E-6
(39)...................................................C-6
Brookwood Inn
Brick House
Branson’s Best
(31)......... F-6
(37).................................E-7
Branson Windmill Inn
Branson Yellow Rose Inn & Suites
(47)................................ E-6
Branson Vacation Inn
(143).....................I-12
(29)..............................C-8
Branson Towers Hotel
Branson Lakeside RV Park
(122).. E-5
(150)..................................E-11
Branson Garden Inn
Branson KOA & Convention Center
(85)................................. F-2
(5)..................................... E-9
Bradford on the Lake
(60)................................................. D-4
(142)....................................... E-5
Boxcar Willie Inn
Bradford Inn
(68)......................................... J-6
Big Cedar Lodge
Dutton Family Inn
Dooley Lodges & Resort
(139).......... C-2
(105)....................... J-4
(111).................................................. E-6
Dockers Inn
and Conference Center
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(104)........................................ D-3
D’Monaco Luxury Resort
Deer Run Motel
Days Inn Shepherd of the Hills
(94)............................................. F-2
Campground
Cottage Resort
Cooper Creek Resort &
(101)...................................B-13
(17)...............................................E-7
(58).....................................................C-6 Radisson Hotel
(42)..................................................... E-6 Quality Inn
(6)............... F-1 Quality Inn
Port of Kimberling Marina Hotel
Ye Olde English Inn
(110)............. G-5 (127).................... G-5 (124).................................F-11
Wyndham Mountain Vista
(99)........................... F-6
(82)...................................... E-3 Wyndham Branson Meadows
Resort & Golf Course
(132).......C-6 (159).........................................C-6
White Wing Resort
Whispering Hills
(66).... G-5 (125)........................ J-8
Wyndham Branson Falls (98)................ H-5
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Westgate Branson Woods Resort
Westgate Branson Lakes
Welk Resort & Timber Ridge Lodge
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Victorian Palace
Vickery Resort
(138)...................... E-3 (93)........................................ F-3 (61).................................................. E-5 Twin Oaks Resort
Twelve Oaks
Tribesman Resort
(22).......E-7 (92)......................................... F-3 Treehouse Condo Resort
Trail’s End Resort
Thousand Hills Golf Club & Resort
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(69).................................... G-5
(158)............................... D-4
The Village at Indian Point
Super 8 Motel
Suites at Fall Creek
Stormy Point Village
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(97).................................... C-2 Stonewall West Motor Inn
StoneBridge Resort
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(86)......................................... F-2
Pointe Royale Condominium
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(148)............................................E-7
Peach Tree Inn
Peppertree at Thousand Hills
(147).........................................C-6
(109)................................... F-9 Ozark Valley Inn
(1)...........................................E-7 Ozark Trout Resort
(9)...... E-8 Ozark Regal Hotel
Outback Roadhouse Motel & Suites
(128).............................. D-5
(160)..................................... D-4 Orange Blossom Inn
Old Southern Inn
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(130)..................................................... C-2
Oak Grove Inn
Notch Inn
(119).................................. F-3
(112).....................................................C-6
Marina Inn & Resort
Lynina Inn
(52)................................. D-6
(46)........................................ E-6
Lodge of the Ozarks
Lodge at the Falls
(71).............. F-9
(152)........................................... G-12
Lillys’ Landing Resort & Marina
Landmark Inn
(149)...............F-7
(8).................................................. E-9
Lake Shore Resort
La Quinta Inn
Knights Inn at Thousand Hills
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(28).............................................C-8
Knights Inn & Suites
Kings Quarters
Stone Castle Hotel
Still Water Resort
(95).. F-1
(146)............ G-9
Kimberling Inn & Conference Center
College of the Ozarks
(57)..................................... D-6
Southern Oaks Inn
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(49)........................................ E-6
Seven Gables Inn Spinning Wheel
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Scenic Hills Inn
SDC Wilderness Log Cabins (73).................... D-4
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Savannah House
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(84)....................................... F-3
Rosebud Inn
Keeter Center at
Indian Trails Resort
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(89)..................................... F-3
Indian Point Lodge
Hunter’s Friend Resort
(55)...................................... D-5
Compton Ridge Campground
Comfort Inn West (54)............... D-4
(12).................................E-7
Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills
Hotel Grand Victorian
(25).................................C-8
Comfort Inn & Suites (23)...............E-7
(113)............................. C-2
Colonial Mountain Inn
(144)......................................C-6 (34)............................................. D-6
(2).......................................E-10
Homestead Motel
Classic Motor Inn Hotel Branson
(41).....................................E-7
(137)...................................... F-3
(21)............................................... E-8
Residence Inn
(11)..................................... E-8
Holiday Inn Express
(40).................................................E-7
(65)..................... E-4
Holiday Inn Express
Clarion Hotel
Conference Center
Rockwood Resort
(155)................................................E-7
Red Roof Inn
(133)................................. H-12 Rock Lane Resort
(7)...................................................... E-9
Ramada Inn
(126)......A-13
Rainbow Haven Resort & Marina
(134)............................ H-12
Center Hotel
Hilton Branson Convention Hilton Promenade
(32)................................................ C-5
Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa &
Cascades Inn
Carriage House Inn
Best Western Branson Inn
(59).............C-6
(102).................E-11
Best Western Music Capital Inn
Best Western Landing View
Best Western Center Pointe Inn
(96)................. F-2
(100).......................E-10
Bayside at Still Waters Resort
(77).............................. E-2
Baymont Inn and Suites
(26).........................................C-8
Bavarian Village Resort
Barrington Hotel
(38)......................... D-6
(83)...................................... E-3
Baldknobbers Motor Inn
Artilla Cove Resort
(80)............................................... E-3
(18).........................................................E-7
Antlers Resort
Angel Inn
(50)................................. C-5
(78)................................................. E-2
Amazinn & Suites
Alpine Lodge
Almost Home Lodge
(103).................. E-6
(106)..................................... C-2
(135)..........................................D-7
All American Inn and Suites
Acorn Acres Villas
1st Inn Branson
Hilton Convention Center Hotel
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Savannah House
Radisson Hotel Branson Chateau on the Lake Resort Spa & Convention Center
The Branson/Lakes Area has over 16,500 lodging units ranging from fourstar resorts, where gourmet breakfast is served to guests as they watch the sun rise over Table Rock Lake, to establishments on world-famous Highway 76 complete with water parks, retail shops, amusement centers, ice cream parlors and family-style restaurants. No matter what your group’s budget or lodging preference, the Branson area
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has something for everyone. Group travel planners can choose from a wide selection of chain motels and hotels, Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo cabin resorts, RV parks, bed and breakfast inns or golf course-front condos. Amenities visitors can expect to find at area lodging properties include everything from full-service marinas with houseboat rentals for group
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events, to deluxe spas, health and fitness centers, business centers, retail shops, lounges, restaurants, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, daycare, horseback riding, tennis, volleyball, golf, laundry facilities, and dump stations for motor coaches at select properties. For a complete list of lodgings and accommodations, please visit ExploreBranson.com/lodging.
Amazinn & Suites
Barrington Hotel & Suites
Angel Inn
3311 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4000, Fax: 417-334-6838 www.amazing-branson-hotels.com
2350 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4000, Fax: 417-334-6838 www.angelinnofbranson.com
263 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8866, Toll Free: 800-760-8866 Fax: 417-336-2585 www.barringtonhotel.com
Simply Amazing. Large rooms with kings, double and triple queens, Jacuzzis two room suites. With pillow top beds, fridge/microwave, 42” TV’s, hair dryers, coffee makers and Free WiFi. Enjoy our hot buffet style breakfast, outdoor pool & hot tub, and guest computer. Reserved motor coach parking on a flat site.
Sleep like an angel on our Pillow Top beds, all rooms have fridge/microwave, 42” TV’s, Free Wi-Fi, hair dryer, iron & board,in-room coffee. Enjoy our hot buffet style breakfast, elevator, guest computer, indoor pool & hot tub. Reserved motorcoach parking and a dump station. Minutes from theaters & restaurants.
The Barrington is located near the Amish Country Store, the Sight and Sound Theatre, Branson Landing & Tanger Outlet Mall. The Barrington offers our guests the luxury of a quiet location, yet is conveniently located close to Branson attractions, theatres, shopping and restaurants. Baggage handling with pre-arrival request.
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
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100% Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
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Total Units: 149, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 113
Total Units: 145, 3 Meeting Rooms
Best Western Branson Inn & Conference Center
Best Western Center Pointe Inn
Best Western Music Capital Inn
8514 State Hwy 76 Branson West, MO 65624 Local: 417-699-6433, Toll Free: 800-868-6625 Fax: 417-338-8320 www.bestwesternbransoninn.com
Best Western Branson Inn & Conference Center is located next door to Silver Dollar City Theme Park and is only a few short minutes to the famous Branson Strip. Each of our 145 rooms has balcony or walk-out patio and are all non-smoking. Deluxe hot breakfast bar is complimentary with your room, and a free shuttle to and from Silver Dollar City is provided. Over 6,000 square feet of meeting and event space is also available.
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3215 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1894, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-3437 www.myerhotels.com
3257 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8378, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-8855 www.myerhotels.com
The best hotel location in the heart of Branson’s entertainment across from Clay Cooper Theater and next to the Titanic Museum with over 25 theaters, attractions and shopping within one mile. Relax in the Indoor or Outdoor Pools and Two Hot Tubs. Free Hot Breakfast & Montana Mike’s Restaurant onsite.
Across from Shoji Tabuchi Theater, near Pierce Arrow. You’ll love the small hotel charm with numerous hotel amenities like two sink vanities, inside corridors and a spacious lobby. Enjoy a free hot breakfast daily. This top ranked TripAdvisor hotel is a Best Western Chairman’s Award Winner. Indoor Fun Center.
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Comp. Policy: 1 per 25 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
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Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 145, 6 Meeting Room
Total Units: 162, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 93, 1 Meeting Room
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Big Cedar Lodge 612 Devil’s Pool Road Ridgedale, MO 65739 Local: 417-335-2777, Toll Free: 800-225-6343 www.bigcedar.com
Big Cedar is the perfect place for hosting gatherings of all kinds, from intimate family reunions to corporate meetings and incentive trips. Choose from several adaptable meeting and function rooms of varying sizes and rustic decor to accomodate groups up to 1,000.
Branson Ramada Resort & Conference Center
Branson Towers Hotel
1700 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1000, Toll Free: 800-641-4106 Fax: 417-339-3046 www.ramadabranson.com
236 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-4500, Fax: 417-334-6838 www.bransontowershotel.com
A beautiful 32 acre wooded resort offering beautiful picnic areas with BBQ grills, horseshoe pit, kids playground, 2 pools and 5 self contained meeting areas you are allowed to bring your own food and beverage into.
Enjoy friendly staff and beautiful hotel featuring suites/double queen rooms with pillow top beds, fridge/microwaves, 42” TV’s, Free Wi-Fi, hair dryers, & inroom coffee. Interior corridors, elevators, indoor pool & hot tub, hospitality suites and meeting/banquet facilities. Hot buffet breakfast and evening ice cream social with music.
Comp. Policy: 1 per 50 rooms
buffet Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: n/a
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 264
Total Units: 293, 5 Meeting Room
Total Units: 204, 3 Meeting Rooms
Camden Hotel & Conference Center
Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark
Chateau on the Lake Resort, Spa & Convention Center
275 Tanger Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2555, Toll Free: 800-335-2555 Fax: 417-339-4051 www.camdenhotelbranson.com
3001 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6000, Toll Free: 1-888-273-3919 Fax: 417-336-6008 www.castlerockbranson.com
415 N. State Hwy 265 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1161, Toll Free: 888-333-5253 Fax: 417-332-1045 www.chateauonthelake.com
Prime location, Camden Hotel is the perfect choice for your group gathering. Features interior corridors, elevators, indoor pool, free wireless internet, onsite laundry facility, and up to 6000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Lodging includes our hot, deluxe breakfast each morning plus cookies, cobbler and ice cream each evening.
Resort features 98 Tower (interior corridor) and 102 Atrium (newly refurbished exterior entrance) rooms, on-site restaurant, 24-hour arcade, gift shop, and indoor/outdoor waterpark, featuring 2 three-story thrill slides, two 500 gallon tipping buckets, indoor lap pool, outdoor activity pool, indoor/ outdoor kiddie pools, themed water slides, rain showers and waterfalls.
Perched on the gorgeous waterfront of Table Rock Lake, with spectacular views of the lake and the Ozark Mountains, AAA Four-Diamond Chateau on the Lake Resort evokes a sense of relaxation and comfort for guests to take in and enjoy. Minutes away from attractions and live entertainment, the resort features fullservice spa, 24-hour fitness center, two pools, marina and several dining options from casual to elegant.
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Group Rate Min: 10
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Total Units: 104, 5 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 191, 3 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 301, 19 Meeting Room
Baggage 30
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Continental Breakfast
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Clarion Hotel & Conference Center
Comfort Inn & Suites
2820 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7666, Toll Free: 800-725-2236 Fax: 417-334-7720 www.clarionhotelbranson.com
Stay at the Gold Award-Winning hotel where President Bush stayed! Walk to shows! Special Spring and Fall rates. Conference and meeting facilities up to 300. Buckingham’s Prime Rib n’ Steakhouse, lounge, handicap rooms, level parking. Close to Silver Dollar City, Landing, and Outlet Shopping. Located just 2.5 miles w. on 76 Hwy next to Grand Village.
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Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills
5150 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4731, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-335-3697 www.myerhotels.com
203 S. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4727, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-335-4748 www.myerhotels.com
2014 Comfort Hotel of the Year. Discover the mountain lodge theme creating a unique lodging experience unlike any other in Branson. Enjoy views of the Ozarks from the hotel. Near Sight & Sound Theatre, Oak Ridge Boys and others. Free hot breakfast, indoor pool & hot tub, sauna and more.
2014 Choice Hotels Platinum AwardWinner Overlooking the Thousand Hills Golf Course. Relax in the indoor pool, hot tub or sauna. Near Andy Williams and King’s Castle Theatre. Lonestar Steakhouse and Saloon adjacent. Outstanding service and excellent amenities await your group’s arrival.
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Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
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Total Units: 166, 4 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 102, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 108, 1 Meeting Room
Comfort Inn West
Dutton Inn 3454 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772, Toll Free: 888-388-8661 Fax: 417-336-2350 www.duttoninn.com
Grand Country Resort
3601 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8694, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-334-1037 www.myerhotels.com
2014 Choice Hotels Gold Award Winner. The closest hotel in Branson to Silver Dollar City, Shepherd of the Hills & theaters like RFD-TV Theatre. Dining within walking distance such as Golden Corral and Cracker Barrel. Features hot tub, indoor pool patio area, level parking for buses. Branson’s best value.
Located convieniently in the heart of the theater district, the Dutton Inn is your home away from home in Branson Missouri. Free breakfast, free internet, show discounts, granite countertops, pillow-top matresses, and much more. All priced for the savvy traveler in mind. Call for reservations today!
1945 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3535, Toll Free: 800-356-4336 www.grandcountry.com
Branson’s most complete and convenient destination featuring deluxe accomodations, grand shows daily, grand dining selections, grand shopping fun, indoor mini-golf, arcade, meeting room, and much, much more. Let our friendly group services department handle your entire visit, designed for your family, church, military, school, groups or birthday parties.
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Total Units: 87, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 78, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 319, 1 Meeting Room
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Grand Oaks Hotel
Grand Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
2315 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6423, Toll Free: 800-553-6423 Fax: 417-334-6264 www.grandoakshotel.net
245 N. Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6646, Toll Free: 800-850-6646 Fax: 417-337-5535 www.bransongrandplaza.com
200 E. Main Street Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-5400, Toll Free: 866-442-0959 Fax: 417-243-3487 www.hiltonsofbranson.com
Come stay in our totally renovated rooms and enjoy our complimentary hot breakfast. We offer indoor corridors, elevators, meeting/hospitality rooms, as well as an on-site ticketing agency, and other amenities. The Grand Oaks Hotel is centrally located in the heart of Branson’s Theatre District. We are group and reunion friendly.
Located in the heart of Branson, offering 200 guest rooms/suites. Experience our grand amenities such as our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free wireless internet, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, game room, gift and ticket shop. Restaurant and Lounge on the 9th floor. Meeting/banquet facilities for memorable reunions!
The Hilton Branson Convention Center features 292 guestrooms/suites while the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing offers 234 guestrooms/suites. Located in the heart of downtown Branson and within walking distance of Branson Landing waterfront entertainment district. Amenities include the Hilton Serenity Bedtm, LCD flat-screen televisions and indoor and outdoor pools.
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Comp. Policy: 1 per group
Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Comp. Policy: Varies
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 9
Total Units: 201, 3 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 200, 5 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 534, 8 Meeting Rooms
Holiday Inn Express
Honeysuckle Inn & Conference Center
2801 Green Mountain Drive Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2100, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fax: 417-336-6319 www.myerhotels.com
Discover luxury right in the heart of Branson. The Holiday Inn Express hotel is one of the nicest resort hotels in Branson, on Green Mountain Drive near the Grand Village, Thousand Hills Golf and Branson theaters. Groups love our two sink vanities, free hot breakfast, spacious lobby and much more.
Hotel Branson
3598 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2030,Toll Free: 800-942-3553 Fax: 417-335-2039 www.honeysuckleinn.com
PRICE and QUALITY matter! Outstanding reputation for cleanliness, quality, service and beauty. Best location in Branson at Hwy. 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expy. FREE hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, indoor & outdoor pools, hot tub, nearby theaters and restaurants. Group Packages/Ticket Services are our “Specialty!” Christian owed and operated.
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3027 A West Hwy 76 & Francis St. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4000, Fax: 417-334-6838 www.hotelbranson.us
Hotel Branson, conveniently located in the heart of the “Branson Strip,” has easy access to theaters, attractions, shopping and dining. Features include pillow top beds, 42” TV’s, Free Wi-Fi, in-room safes, hair dryers, guest computers, elevators and an outdoor pool complex. Free hot buffet style breakfast daily. Bus wash area.
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Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 120, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 203, 3 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 225, 1 Meeting Room
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Lodge of the Ozarks Country Blvd.
Indian Point Resorts
Hotel Grand Victorian 2325 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2935, Toll Free: 800-324-8751 Fax: 417-336-1932 www.hotelgrandvictorian.com
71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-338-2250, Toll Free: 800-888-1891 Fax: 417-338-3507 www.indianpoint.com
3431 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7535, Toll Free: 877-327-9894 Fax: 417-334-0306 www.lodgeoftheozarks.com
Hotel Grand Victorian located on the famous Hwy 76 entertainment district; walking distance to shows, shopping and restaurants. Every room features microwave, coffee maker and hair dryers. Elevators, Indoor corridors, and hot complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and cookies with our Victorian china; recently renovated, 90% of the rooms have balconies.
On Table Rock Lake - 2 1/2 miles to Silver Dollar City. 1-4 bedroom multi-bath lodges, deluxe condos, Victorian cottages and log cabins provide privacy and gathering space. Kitchens/BBQ’s offer savings and convenience. 3 heated pools, kiddie pools, hot tubs, game room, playgrounds, docks, boats. Affordable alternative to motels.
Located in the heart of the Entertainment District, the Lodge of the Ozarks is a group favorite. Host meetings, reunions, or parties for 10-400 people. Walk to 37 shows and attractions within 2 blocks. We feature complimentary Wi-Fi, Free Hot Breakfast, 100% Flat Parking, Restaurant, Lounge, Bar, Theater, and Catering.
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Comp. Policy: 1 per 16 rooms
Comp. Policy: Varies
Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: Varies
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 151, 1 Meeting Room
Total Units: 135, Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 184, 10 Meeting Rooms
Pointe Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course
Radisson Hotel Branson
Savannah House
120 South Wildwood Drive Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5767, Toll Free: 888-566-5290 Fax: 417-339-3602 www.radisson.com/bransonmo
165 Expressway Lane Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2555, Toll Free: 800-335-2555 Fax: 417-339-4051 www.savannahhousebranson.com
The Radisson Hotel Branson is located in the heart of the Entertainment District next to Andy Williams Moon River Theatre. With ample complimentary onsite Motorcoach parking, 15,000 sq ft of meeting space, 472 guest rooms, and on-site restaurant, we can make your next trip to Branson an enjoyable and repeatable experience.
This deluxe, southern charm hotel, offers a spectacular view of the Ozark Mountains. Indoor corridors, elevators, wireless internet, fitness center and large lobby area are ideal for group gatherings. Meeting space is available for 150. Lodging includes a hot, deluxe breakfast plus cookies, hot cobbler and ice cream each evening.
Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Comp. Policy: 1 per 30 rooms
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Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 140, 2 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 472, 12 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 159, 1 Meeting Room
158 A Pointe Royale Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-5614, Toll Free: 800-962-4710 Fax: 417-334-5620 www.pointeroyale.com
AAA Approved, convenient to shows/ attractions, spacious 1-4 bedroom condominiums on a beautiful golf course, perfect for groups and reunions. World Class trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo below Table Rock Dam, golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor/kiddie swimming pools, fitness center, playground, picnic area, restaurant/lounge, meeting rooms, customized packages.
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StoneBridge Resort Still Waters Condominium Resort 21 Still Water Trail Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-338-2323, Toll Free: 800-777-2320 Fax: 417-338-8630 www.stillwatersresort.com
“Better Homes & Gardens” recommended. On Table Rock Lake, 2 miles from Silver Dollar City. Close to shows, great for “Family Reunions” and large groups. Offering 1-4 bedroom condominiums, 3 pools, free bikes, kayaks, paddle boats, a waterslide, marina, boat rentals and more. Visit our website for specials: www.stillwatersresort.com
50 StoneBridge Parkway Branson West, MO 65737 Local: 417-332-1373, Toll Free: 866-332-1373 Fax: 417-334-2488 www.StoneBridgeResort.com
Where Luxury Comes Naturally, StoneBridge Resort is a full service, gatedcommunity offering upscale lodges and condos. Enjoy our many on-site amenities including LedgeStone golf course, Fox Hollow Lake, restaurant, swimming pools, and lake-side pavilion. Close to Silver Dollar City and Branson Shows/ Attractions. Flexible meeting space is available.
Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center 3050 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4700, Toll Free: 800-677-6906 Fax:417-335-4912, www.bransonstonecastle.com
After enjoying Branson, relax in one of our two indoor pools & hot tubs, gather & visit in one of our sitting areas or in a private hospitality room. The Stone Castle Hotel is an interior corridor hotel with friendly staff, elevators, 24 hour secured buildings and a hot breakfast buffet served every day.
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Comp. Policy: Possible Special Rate
Comp. Policy: 1 per 20 rooms
Group Rate Min: 5
Group Rate Min: 4
Group Rate Min: 10
Total Units: 160
Total Units: 89, 7 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 300, 6 Meeting Rooms
Suites at Fall Creek
Thousand Hills Golf & Conference Resort
Welk Resort Branson 1984 State Hwy 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3575, Toll Free: 800-808-9355 Fax: 417-336-3165 www.welkbranson.com
1 Fall Creek Drive Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-3611, Toll Free: 800-438-2929 Fax: 574-277-9977 www.thesuitesatfallcreek.com
245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-243-2212, Toll Free: 800-687-9472 Fax: 417-336-4724 www.thousandhills.com
Enjoy the Suites at Fall Creek, a Diamond Resort property, in one of our studios or spacious one & two bedroom suites. All suites have a king size bed, private bath, living area with queen pull out sofa, kitchenette, and dining table. Amenities Hotel: activities center, Outdoor Grills & picnic areas, Tennis Courts, 2 swimming pools, exercise facility, concierge desk Tours/Tickets, Marina (fishing/boat rental).
Thousand Hills is located within minutes of shopping, restaurants, attractions and two beautiful lakes. Privately owned units range in size from Queen Suite to four bedroom condominium, three banquet rooms with patios and full services catering menu. Amenities: pools, tennis, hot tubs, basketball court, exercise facility, grills and indoor pool.
Our new renovation reflects the comfort and beauty of the Ozarks. With our deluxe rooms, indoor/outdoor water attraction The Splash-A-Torium, indoor/ outdoor hot tubs, on-site restaurant, 2200 seat theatre, mini-golf, activities center with daily, planned activities, fitness center and game room, The Welk Resort gives you more!
Comp. Policy: N/A
Comp. Policy: Call
Comp. Policy: 1 per 15 rooms
Group Rate Min: 5
Group Rate Min: 16 condo nights
Group Rate Min: 15
Total Units: 392
Total Units: 300, 3 Meeting Rooms
Total Units: 159, 7 Meeting Rooms
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Big Cedar Lodge
Westgate Branson Woods Resort 2201 Roark Valley Road Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-3557 Toll Free: 866-610-8990 ext. 3112 Fax: 417-243-1800 www.wgbransonwoods.com
Nestled on 145 beautiful wooded acres in the heart of the Ozark Mountains, Westgate Branson Woods Resort is easily accessible to Branson shows, shopping, lakes and golf courses. We offer all room types from economical accomodations, to beautiful spacious 4 bedroom cabins as well as meeting spaces of all sizes.
Comp. Policy: 1 per 40 rooms Group Rate Min: 5 Total Units: 300, 7 Meeting Rooms
Ye Olde English Inn 24 Downing Street Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-544-9056, Toll Free: 855-643-7031 Fax: 417-544-9060 www.yeoldeenglishinn.com
Make it memorable. Experience the unique lodging of Ye Old English Inn on Hollister’s historical Downing Street 1 mile from Branson Landing. Established in 1912 and beautifully restored in 2013. Lodge in one of our luxurious standard rooms or deluxe suites. Event space, full menu restaurant and pub with grill.
Comp. Policy: 1 per Group Group Rate Min: 10 Total Units: 21, 1 Meeting Rooms
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DINING
Ozark Mountain hospitality is often at its best at Branson area restaurants. Many provide group rates and special group menus for easy planning and pricing and many offer complimentary meals for bus drivers and tour escorts. Those traveling to Branson with special dietary needs will find that most restaurants will gladly prepare special meals, if notified in advance. For groups, many of the hundreds of restaurants in the area offer special group seating and motor coach parking space. As varied as the fare is your choice of locations at which to dine.
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Dozens of restaurants line worldfamous Highway 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. And the new Branson Landing features more than 10 dining establishments, many along Lake Taneycomo. There are also dinner theaters, outdoor dining, lakeside dining, excursion boat dining, chuck wagon meals, and themed dining experiences. Catering services are available at many area group meeting space locations and some even provide outdoor picnics for events such as family reunions and military reunions.
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The Branson/Lakes Area offers visitors of all tastes and preferences a wide selection of dining options. You’ll find eclectic eateries, chain restaurants, gourmet fine dining, fast food, buffets, lounges and banquet facilities capable of seating up to 2,000 for conferences, weddings, and other special events. From international cuisine to good oldfashioned apple pie, guests can find it all in Branson. For a complete list of restaurant and dining choices, please visit ExploreBranson.com/dining.
Buckingham’s Prime Rib & Steakhouse
Branson’s Best Restaurants
Famous Dave’s BBQ
301 North Francis Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0754, Toll Free: 888-363-9880 Fax: 417-334-7800 www.bransonsbestrestaurants.com
2820 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7777, Toll Free: 800-725-2236 x 777 Fax: 417-337-5335 www.clarionhotelbranson.com
1201 Branson Landing Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4858 Fax: 417-334-3868 www.famousdaves.com
Is your group looking for steak, catfish, chicken, ribs, shrimp, spaghetti & meatballs, lasagna, hamburgers, pizza and much more? We are your one call for 7 different restaurants to choose from.
Located inside the Clarion Hotel, just 2 miles west on Hwy 76 from Hwy 65, next to the Grand Village. Group menu available. Private dining room, hospitality room, conference and meeting facilities! Enjoy cocktails overlooking the pool. Have a sit down meal or plan a customized buffet. “Out of the ordinary, but not out of your budget.”
Famous Dave’s is your home for legendary smoked meats, tongue tingling sides and homemade desserts. We are located on the lake side of Branson Landing 1 block up from Bass Pro Shop. Large groups are always welcome.
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Buffet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Buffet (on request)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hours: 7am-9pm
Hours: 4pm-10pm; Lounge open til 11pm
Hours: Varies based on time of year
Seating Capacity: 300
Seating Capacity: 300; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 300; Private Dining available
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per 20 paid
Comp. Policy: 1 comp per 20 paid
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per 20 paid
Florentina’s Ristorante Italiano
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Grand Country Buffet
2690 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 x 147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147, Fax: 417-336-5348 www.bookbransongroups.com
3551 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-598-3126, Toll Free: 866-4-GC-MEAL Fax: 417-334-1036 www.bransongoldencorral.com
1945 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-3535, Toll Free: 800-356-4336 www.grandcountry.com
Sweep your groups away to old world Italy right in Branson! Enjoy mouth-watering Italian cuisine in an atmosphere of casual sophistication. You’ll love our fresh baked Italian breads, decadent desserts, crisp salads, fine dining favorites and signature creations made from scratch daily. Featuring a full bar.
Golden Corral in Branson is the largest Golden Corral in the Country, offering a huge buffet of all you can eat steak, freshly prepared salads and dessert bar that make you happy. We have the only dinner theatre experience unlike any other restaurant in Branson, Barbara Fairchild performs in our dining showroom.
Branson’s BEST Buffet offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week. Enjoy hand crafted omlets, fresh chicken pot pie, famous blackberry cobbler and many other home-cooked style favorites. Your group will love it’s convenient location at Grand Country Resort right next to shows, shopping and more!
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 25
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Buffet
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Buffet
Hours: 11am-9pm
Hours: Varies by Season
Hours: 7am-8pm Mon-Sat, 7am-7pm Sun
Seating Capacity: 275; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 575; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 474
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per PAID COACH
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per 25 paid
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McFarlain’s Family Restaurant
Landry’s Seafood House
Mel’s Hard Luck Diner 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 2800 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. in the Grand Village Local: 417-335-4832 x 147 Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147, Fax: 417-336-5348 Local: 417-332-0150, Fax: 417-332-0157 www.bookbransongroups.com www.melshardluckdiner.com
2900 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-1010 Fax: 417-339-3801 www.landrysseafood.com Landry’s Seafood House offers the finest food and service. Located within walking distance of many of the finest shows and attractions. Landry’s is the perfect venue for lunch or dinner.
Branson’s premier groups full-service restaurant features authentic Ozarks cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring one-of-a-kind menu items like Branson’s Traffic Jam Pie, fried green tomatoes and McFarlain’s famous honey cornbread. Home of the World Famous Rising Tables!
A trip to Branson is never complete without a visit to this famous diner, home of Branson’s original singing servers. Servers deliver great food while singing everything from rock to pop, show tunes to country and gospel. Two singers have climbed high on American Idol.
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hours: 11am-10pm Sun-Mon, 11am-11pm Fri-Sat
Hours: 7am-8pm
Hours: 11am-8:30pm
Seating Capacity: 402; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 700; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 188
Comp. Policy: 1 comp per 20 paid
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per PAID COACH
Comp. Policy: Yes
Shorty Small’s
Starlite Diner
3225 W. Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 x147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147, Fax: 417-336-5348 www.bookbransongroups.com
2600 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9539, Fax: 417-337-9475 www.shortysmalls.com
3115 West Hwy 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9333, Toll Free: 866-991-8445 Fax: 417-337-5766 www.StarliteTheatre.com
Branson’s Best Steakhouse! Treat your groups to naturally aged choice steaks, grilled to mouthwatering perfection! Enjoy a spacious rustic mountain lodge atmosphere & large selection of menu items including pastas, chicken, salads, sandwiches & a full bar. Conveniently located on 76, across from Clay Coopers.
Back in Branson and on the strip - visit Shorty Small’s for Good Food and Big Fun! Famous for our Jumpin’-Off-The-Bone-Tender Ribs, World Famous Fried Catfish, Macho Nachos, Juicy Steaks, Fresh Salads and the Best Burgers in Branson. Discount group menus available for lunch or dinner.
Montana Mike’s Steakhouse
Group Rate Minimum: 20
The Starlite Diner is located inside the Starlite Theatre, Branson’s Premier Entertainment Destination. Enjoy one of our famous Starlite Burgers with Home Cut French Fries. Home of Branson’s Biggest Banana Split! Serving Lunch and Dinner Tuesday - Sunday. Group Menu’s available and customized meals available for any occasion.
Group Rate Minimum: 20
Group Rate Minimum: 15
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Hours: 11am-9pm
Hours: 11am-11pm
Hours: 11am-8pm Tues-Sun
Seating Capacity: 300; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 363; Private Dining available
Seating Capacity: 170; Private Dining available
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per PAID COACH
Comp. Policy: 2 comps per 20 paid
Comp. Policy: 1 comp per 20 paid
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Wheelhouse Restaurant Catfish & Wings 3100 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-0044, Fax: 417-332-1016 www.wheelhousebranson.com Wheelhouse Restaurant serving Dinner Buffet from 4-9pm Monday-Saturday. We welcome your group or coaches. For old fashion country cooking come to the Wheelhouse on Green Mountain Drive. Lunch menu available for groups or coaches. Full bar available. Meeting space for 150+ people. Call 417-332-0044 for more information.
For a complete list of dining options, visit ExploreBranson.com/dining
Group Rate Minimum: 25 Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Buffet Hours: 11am-9pm Seating Capacity: 325; Private Dining available Comp. Policy: 2 comps per 25 paid
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Below Left: Tanger Outlets Branson Landing Below Right: Branson Craft Mall
SHOPPING
Branson is a shopper’s paradise whether you are looking for that oneof-a-kind heirloom gift handcrafted by local artists or the bargain of the century found at our discount shopping malls. Your groups have so many choices when you schedule shopping time on your itinerary. Many shopping centers offer special group services such as Meet & Greet, Complimentary Coupon Books and Merchandise Rewards at participating stores. On-site services include shopping center brochures, multiple clean restrooms, food services, snack and beverage vending, stroller and wheelchair
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rental. Enjoy a working craft village at The Branson Mill and the Branson Craft Mall. Your group will enjoy unique shopping in Historic Downtown Branson, at the Branson IMAX, Grand Country Square, The Grand Village, Whitney’s House of Crafts and so much more. For discount shoppers the Tanger Outlet Center and the Branson Meadows Mall will be a must-see. Discover Branson’s newest shopping adventure. Experience uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment adventures at Branson Landing,
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located on beautiful Lake Taneycomo in downtown Branson. At The Branson Landing, you will have a whole new world to explore, with anchor stores Belk Department Store, Bass Pro Shops and over 100 specialty retail stores, dining and entertainment. Enjoy shopping year-round and those after-Christmas sales are a great time to stock up and save even more. For a complete list of shopping locations, please visit ExploreBranson.com/shopping.
Helzberg Diamonds Outlet 300 Tanger Blvd. Branson, MO 65616-2188 Local: 417-334-5316 Fax: 417-334-5390 www.Helzberg.com
Helzberg Diamonds has more than 230 stores nationwide, featuring diamond engagement and wedding rings, precious gems and watches. Helzberg Diamonds takes pride in offering exceptional value, a superior customer experience and a broad selection of quality jewelry. It is based in North Kansas City, Mo., and is part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. family of companies.
For a complete list of shopping options, visit ExploreBranson.com/shopping
Hours: 9am-9pm Mon-Thur, 9am-10pm Fri-Sat, 9am-7pm Sun
IMAX Indoor Shopping Mall
Tanger Outlets Branson
3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4832 x 147 Toll Free: 800-419-4832 x 147, Fax: 417-336-5348 www.bookbransongroups.com
300 Tanger Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-9328, Toll Free: 800-407-2762 Fax: 417-337-9331 www.tangeroutlets.com/branson
2800 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-4300, Fax: 417-334-4905 www.grandvillageshoppes.com
BIG SHOPPING at more than 20 specialty shops! We’ve got everything from quilts and leather goods to grandfather clocks and Annie B’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream! Stop by Legacy & Legend Gifts for souvenirs & IMAX memorabilia, swing by The Shadow Box for great gift items, and don’t miss Fabulous Finds for fashion jewelry!
With over 70 brand name and designer outlets and stores, it’s easy to make Tanger Outlets Branson part of your itinerary! Discover great savings at our newest stores like Pandora, Adidas, Talbots, Express, Sunglass Hut and more! Bus groups of 15 or more who make a 24hr advanced reservation, receive complimentary Coupon Books and a Gift Card Bonus for escort & driver. Visit TangerOutlets.com/bus-groups for details.
The Grand Village takes visitors to a world of shopping. 26 specialty shops provide a mix of boutiques, crafts, entertainment and restaurants you won’t find anywhere in Branson. Explore the talents of Branson’s craftsmen, stop for great meals and indulge yourself and loved ones with jewels, fashion and unique gifts.
The Grand Village Shops
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Grand Country Music Hall
TRAVEL PACKAGERS/EVENT PLANNERS
Branson Scenic Railway
Ride the Ducks Silver Dollar City
Remember, one call does it all! As you may well know, Branson has more shows, attractions, dining and sightseeing opportunities than many other vacation destinations. If you want to have all the fun and let someone else do all of the work planning your next Branson tour, consider using the services of a Branson Travel Packager/Event Planner. These skilled group travel professionals
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can customize a group tour package based upon your specific requirements that will meet and even exceed your highest expectations. Most provide the conveniences of working with one contract and paying one bill while offering 24-hour tour monitoring with emergency call services and can even help if a
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group member is in need of medical or dental services while on vacation. More importantly they can offer you peace of mind knowing you have a friend working for you in Branson who can also save you both time and money. For a complete list of travel packagers/event planners, please visit ExploreBranson.com/planning.
Branson Country Tours
Branson Grayline
1698 Spokane Rd. 155 Industrial Park Dr. Spokane, MO 65754 Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-336-2220, Toll Free: 800-841-2376 Local: 417-335-4466, Toll Free: 800-335-4466 Fax: 417-336-2224 Fax: 417-335-4670 www.BransonCountryTours.com www.bransongrayline.com Call us for Branson arrangements for your motorcoach groups, church groups, student groups and individual travelers. Excellent, reliable service with prices you’ll love. Packages available and customized arrangements are always welcome. Fast, free quotes. Travel agents appreciated. We are IATAN Accredited and BBB Accredited with an A+ Rating. Established 1992.
Motorcoach/Shuttle/Taxi Service: Local and nationwide coach and shuttle service. Taxi and shuttle service to and from Springfield and Branson airports. Full-service receptive services for all of your planning and destination management needs.
Branson Online 3027 W. Hwy 76, Ste. B Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-693-3337 Fax: 417-763-3166 www.bransononline.com Specializing in group travel to Branson. As a full service Receptive, we design and plan tour packages for groups of all sizes and budgets. We are a local industry leader providing Branson visitors the best in lodging, shows and attractions, dining, shopping and sight-seeing. Professional and courteous service.
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Branson On Stage Live!
Branson Professional Tour Guide Association
Branson Ticket & Travel
P.O. Box 6609 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-334-5599, Toll Free: 877-293-1612 Fax: 417-334-2570 www.bransononstagelive.com Branson’s premier student group management company with a passion for performance and music education. For over 20 years, the creators of this exciting music program have turned the stages of Branson into the classroom. Call today for more information on how your students can experience the performance showcase of a lifetime!
P.O. Box 1792 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-848-3283
Let our certified local tour guides take your tours to a higher level. We offer 3 hour area history tours. Also, fully escorted multi-day tours or meet and greet services.
P.O, Box 1373 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-335-2707, Toll Free: 800-432-4202 Fax: 417-335-8816 www.BransonTicket.com The options & logistical demands of a successful tour program require the services of a knowledgeable local operator. Benefit from our knowledge and years of local planning experience. We customize each itinerary and are unsurpassed in customer service and satisfaction.
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Branson Tourism Center Groups Department
FlyBranson Travel
• We will assist you with every detail of your itinerary • Provide 24-hour customer service • Offer online booking assistance through: MyBransonEventPlanner.com • That extra special care with all groups, special requests and budgets • Coordinate special occasions and Meet & Greets with the stars.
Your one stop shop for everything Branson! We offer EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS for your groups or individuals to your favorite Branson shows, attractions, lodging, golf, and dining. Located in the Branson Airport, our experienced agents will assist with Airfare, Motor Coach Transportation, Car Rental, Local Sightseeing Tours, and so much more.
4000 Branson Airport Blvd. Hollister, MO 65672 220 Branson Hills Pkwy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8857, Toll Free: 1-888-FLY-BKG1 Local: 417-334-8325, Toll Free: 800-268-4014 Fax: 417-334-2190 Fax: 417-334-7938 www.flybranson.com www.BransonGroups.com
Gatherings Plus P.O. Box 1023 Branson West, MO 65737 Local: 417-338-4048 Fax: 417-338-5171 www.ReunionPro.com Our Mission is: • To take the work off your shoulders so you can enjoy your trip to Branson! • To provide the “old-fashioned” service you expect and deserve. • To take care of your group in the manner they derserve... they are all SPECIAL to us. • To provide full service planning at an affordable price.
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Noble Tours, Inc.
Ozarks’ Kirkwood Tour & Travel
Committed to Excellence, Committed to You!
Sweet Magnolia Tours
3044 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Ste. 310 P.O. Box 1166 P.O. Box 6308 Branson, MO 65616 Branson, MO 65615 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-337-9500, Toll Free: 888-588-5295 Local: 417-335-5393, Toll Free: 800-335-5396 Local: 417-335-4668, Toll Free: 800-848-5432 Fax: 417-337-9800 Fax: 417-335-2343 Fax: 417-337-7457 www.sweetmagnoliatours.com www.OzarksKirkwood.com Serving the Branson area since 1991 as a receptive tours operation specializing in groups traveling to Branson. We custom design your package and make all the arrangements to fit your group’s needs. We live in Branson, are home-owned and operate year-round. Better Business Bureau Member.
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Branson packages customized to fit the needs of you and your travelers. Let us put our years of connections and experience to work for you... lodging, attractions, meals, guide service, transportation are all available with one hassle free call. Why make it more difficult than it is? We are committed to excellence and committed to you!
We specialize in tours designed around what YOU want. We offer traditional tours along with behind the scenes type tours to give your group a more unique perspective of what Branson has to offer. Providing one-of-a-kind tours for 23+ years, let us help customize your unique Branson experience today!
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Branson Zipline Canopy Tours
REUNIONS
Fair Family 5
Historic Downtown Branson Table Rock Lake
This special “Reunion Section” is specifically designed to provide you with information to ensure a successful, well planned, and highly attended reunion. No matter the affinity of the reunion you may plan – Military, Family, or Class Reunion, a Branson itinerary is sure to please everyone. The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a valuable complimentary service which allows you to obtain proposals based on your lodging specifications, ticketing to our fabulous shows and attractions, restaurants and caterers, essential transportation needs,
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expert and dependable event planning services for your reunion through our Request For Proposal (RFP) service on page 47. Simply fill out these pertinent questions on the RFP found in this Reunion Planner, submit it to the CVB Leisure Group Manager, and all that initial legwork will be on its way to completion as you sit back and wait for the proposals to come to you! RFP service is also online at www. explorebranson.com/groups/reunions;
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scroll to the bottom part of the page and click on “Submit an RFP” Call 1-800-214-3661 to speak with a helpful staff member The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau can provide your reunion with a wealth of resources that can result in a truly unforgettable experience. We are here to help you create a delightful reunion while you collect the compliments from all your reunion attendees as they thank you for choosing Branson!
Reunion Planner “Request for Proposal” (RFP) Form RFP for groups of 20 or more Today’s Date: ______________________ Deadline for Proposals: ______________________ Please check one:
□ I want to receive the RFP’s directly from the Branson Business Community. (Quicker Response) □ I want the CVB to collect all RFP’s and then mail them to me. (2 -3 Weeks to process) Please check one: I prefer to receive the RFP’s via: □ Email □ Postal Mail □ No Preference Planner & Reunion Information
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□ Military □ Family □ Class □ Other _______________________________________________
Reunion Name: _____________________________________________ Date of Reunion:____________________________ Planner’s Name: ____________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________ Email: ____________________________________________________ Fax Number: _______________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ City/State: _____________________ Zip: ____________ Are you the Decision Maker?
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If no, Who is the Decision Maker? _________________________________
When do you plan on making the decision on the Properties and/or Destination? __________________________________
Lodging & Banquet Information Would like information on (check all that apply):
□ Hotels □ Cabins □ Condos □ RV/Campsites □ Homes (Nightly Rentals) Arrival Date: _______________________ Departure Date: _______________________ Are dates flexible:
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If dates are undecided, please indicate the likely DAY of the WEEK for Arrival/Departure ______________ /______________ Est. # of Attendees: _________________ Est. # of Rooms: _________________ Desired Rate Range: $ _________________ Est. # of Campsites: _________________ Desired Rate Range: $ _________________ Hospitality Room: Requesting Banquet and/or Catered Meals: Date: ______________________________ Date: ______________________________
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Est. # of Attendees: _________________ Est. # of Attendees: _________________
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Branson/Lakes Area Information Would like information from the following (check all that apply):
□ Theatres/Shows/Attractions □ Restaurants/Caterers □ Transportation Providers □ Shopping □ Photographers □ Golfing
Would like to receive, by email only, information about assistance in planning your reunion?
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Reunion History & Additional Information Year: ___________ City/State: _______________________________________ Hotel: _____________________________ # of Attendees: ___________________ # of Rooms Blocked: ___________________ Room Rate: $ ___________________ Year: ___________ City/State: _______________________________________ Hotel: _____________________________ # of Attendees: ___________________ # of Rooms Blocked: ___________________ Room Rate: $ ___________________ What other destinations are you considering? _______________________________________________________________ What made you consider Branson, Missouri for your Reunion/Group? ___________________________________________ For more information contact: Julie Peters, CTIS, Leisure Group Sales Manager, JPeters@BransonCVB.com or 1-800-214-3661 ext. 317 Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitor Bureau P.O. Box 1897 • Branson, MO 65615 Office 417-334-4084 • Fax 417-334-4139 • ExploreBranson.com
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10 HELPFUL REUNION TIPS
Legends in Concert
The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is your ticket to planning a successful reunion in Branson. These 10 tips have been developed to help you in your planning process. Planning your reunion well in advance will give you enough time to take care of all the details involved. An activities-timeline can be a helpful tool, ensuring all your plans are in place. 1. DETERMINE THE PURPOSE. If the reunion is to bring together people who have not seen each other for many years, the activities you plan may be quite different than those for a family whose members actually see each other yearly.
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2. DETERMINE ATTENDANCE AND SET THE DATE Dates for the reunion should be confirmed at least a year in advance to allow members to plan for vacation time and save money for the trip. Send out “Save The Date” notifications. If people are traveling a considerable distance to attend, it is a good idea to take several days for the reunion or at least a long weekend. And remember, no date is going to be perfect for everyone, so develop a consensus. 3. DETERMINE BUDGET. Determine costs incurred by the group (i.e., catering or group meals, facilities
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rental, postage, etc) and divide among the participants. Some reunions charge a “registration fee” to cover incidentals. Make sure that you specify exactly what is and what isn’t included in the fee when you send out the invitations. You will want to set a due date in advance (a couple of months at least), for a percentage of the fee to be sent to you. This will also help solidify the guest list. Keep good records, keep in touch and stay within the set budget. 4. CALL THE BRANSON/LAKES AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU. 800.214.3661 Ext 317 The Leisure Group Sales staff offers a wealth of services to make your planning easy. One of the most valuable
complimentary services is the opportunity for you to gain bids for lodging, dining, ticketing and planning services and more for your reunion. The CVB will help you prepare an RFP (Request For Proposal) and will send it to all properties that can handle your particular type of reunion. All you need to do is provide the information, then sit back and wait for the bids to come to you. Many other services and helpful hints are available at www.ExploreBranson.com (RFP form is located on page 47. 5. SELECT LODGING AFTER RECEIVING RFP RESPONSES. Branson has many great lodging and camping facilities available from valuepriced motels to lakefront resorts and luxury hotels. Many of the properties are open year-round, so you may be able to save money if traveling off-season. When booking your lodging, ask the reservationist if your group size qualifies for a group discount. Consider whether your reunion would like a hospitality room, banquet room, catered meals onsite, and/or a restaurant on-site or within walking distance. Upon making reservations, request a confirmation letter from the lodging property spelling out all the details to avoid surprises. The letter should include dates, number of people, price per person, cancellation terms, and any other pertinent details. Review it thoroughly before signing and discuss any questions right away. Feel free to contact the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau if you have any questions. 6. SELECT COMMITTEES TO SHARE THE WORK. Not only does this help spread the responsibilities, it also allows people to feel part of the effort. Some suggestions are: • Accommodations • Meals • Activities • One main event • Publicity within the group and invitations • Specialty items such as group T-shirts, memory books or other items.
7. PLAN ITINERARY. Plan activities the members can enjoy together, while also allowing some “free time” for visiting and enjoying Branson’s surroundings. Branson offers many venues which are group friendly activities such as lake cruises, theatres, dinner shows, and outdoor adventures. Consult the listings in this planner and you’re sure to find something for everyone. You may want to plan an opening ceremony or do a casual meet and greet; it’s up to you. You’re sure to find the ideal location in the Branson/Lakes Area. 8. PLAN MEALS. For your banquet, welcome reception, farewell brunch or any group meal function, find out in advance about any special dietary requirements for anyone in your group. Branson offers a wide range of dining choices from fast food to fine dining. Buffets can be a great way to accommodate a variety of tastes. Determine how many meals you will eat together: Which meals are “on own” and which group meals can be included in the “registration fee.” Decide if the meals will be banquet, buffet or reception style; a mixture of these options is usually a good idea. When making reservations at a restaurant for a large group, request a letter of confirmation that spells out the details, and budget for gratuities. 9. NOTIFY ATTENDEES. Once you have decided on an itinerary, it’s time to send out more detailed invitations. Do this well in advance (six months or more to a year) and also send a reminder several weeks before the occasion. Include dates, accommodations,
a preliminary itinerary, contact person with phone number, all costs, payment procedure, directions, and what clothing and equipment are appropriate. This internet link will take you to our website page with information about our year round climate: www.explorebranson. com/about/weather 10. ENLIST ASSISTANCE Retain the committees throughout the event so that one person does not have to take care of all the details. Delegate tasks before the event: Set-up, Cooking, Clean-up, Picture taking, and other tasks. Depending on the complexity of your reunion, you may want to meet with the committees each morning to be sure all arrangements have been completed. As the event approaches, remember to always be prepared. Have a contingency plan for inclement weather; provide extra sunscreen, simple first aid materials, snacks, and other needs. Most importantly, reunions are for everyone to enjoy and the Branson/Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau can help you do just that. REUNION PLANNING CHECKLIST o Survey Guests – 1-2 years in advance o Pick a Date – 1 year in advance o Create a Budget – 1 year in advance o Make Reservations – 1 year in advance o Set Itinerary – 1 year in advance o Send Invitations – 1 year in advance o Assign Tasks – 6 months in advance o Deposits Due – 3 months in advance o Send Itinerary – 3 weeks in advance o Send Thank Yous – 1 week after
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Armed Forces Day Parade
MILITARY REUNIONS
Lake Princess Wreath Ceremony
Veteran’s Day Parade Veteran’s Memorial Museum
Nestled in the beauty of the Ozark Mountains, surrounded by pristine lakes, Branson, Missouri is the ideal destination for Military Reunions of almost any size. Branson offers various meeting facilities and suitable accommodations for up to as many as 4,000 attendees. “Welcome Home!” and “Thank you for your service!” resound as greetings throughout the community. Branson veteran organizations hold special events to honor the commitment and service of our country’s veterans and active duty personnel throughout the year. One of the largest of these annual events, recognized on FOX news for several years, is Branson Veterans Homecoming, occurring every November 5-11. To learn more about all these events, call 1-800-214-3661 to receive “The Bugle.” You may also visit
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www.ExploreBranson.com/calendar to view events throughout the year. Are YOU the one counted on to plan your military reunion? Or do you know just-the-right volunteer to head it up? Those who plan should know that the Branson Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau will host our 11th Annual Military Reunion Planners Conference in Branson, August 3-6, 2015. This provides serious reconnaissance with personal site visits of potential lodging properties, restaurants, and outstanding reunion activities. Through special marketplace appointments, meet the business professionals who are devoted to nothing less than your success! Whether able to attend the Planner’s Conference or not, the Branson CVB is
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always “at the ready” to help Planners get squared away for their own “Operation: Branson Military Reunion.” We are eager to help you find lodging and other services through the Request For Proposal (found on page 47) in order to create an event that is both exciting and relaxing for all attendees. The Branson CVB services will assist you to be “at-ease,” enjoying “R&R” in the atmosphere of our patriotic heritage as we salute your service! BRANSON HONORS VETERANS EVERY DAY!
Table Rock Lake Park
FAMILY REUNIONS
Sight & Sound
Table Rock Lake Branson Zipline
Branson is eager to welcome your family, gathering from coast-to-coast into the affordable middle-of-thecountry! Offering such a wide variety of events, there is something for everyone, from the keen-agers to the teenagers, and everywhere in between! The outdoor enthusiasts will love the lakes for water sporting, the trails for hiking, and even the multiple zip-lining experiences. The curious can enjoy educational experiences, craft a culinary experiment, imagine with IMAX, or perhaps even attend a “behind-the-scenes” tour at a theatre. Our variety of champion golf courses
offer the golfers a chance to take on a new set of links every day, while the glamour group can shop till they drop at outlet malls, flea markets, glitzy boutiques, and quaint historic street shops! Everyone from thrill seekers to toddlers will find age appropriate fun at Silver Dollar City where the most recent addition is Outlaw Run, the new wood double barrel rollercoaster! Creating family fun is the specialty of the many families in Branson’s show business venues. Family values are honored and celebrated in the live entertainment shows, and it is easy to
see why Branson has earned the distinction of the #1 Family Destination in the Midwest. Autograph hounds are warmly welcomed by many of the shows’ stars as they pose for post-performance photos. Your family will definitely feel like a part of our family! Let the professionals at the Branson/ Lakes Area Convention and Visitors Bureau assist you with the Request For Proposal selection process (found on page 47) for your lodging, shows, attractions, dining and recreational activities in order to create an event that is both exciting and relaxing for all of your attendees.
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Table Rock Lake
LAKES
THREE PRISTINE LAKES The Branson/Lakes Area is well known for its three pristine lakes: Table Rock, Taneycomo and Bull Shoals. Water sports enthusiasts can swim, water ski, wakeboard, tube, boat, sail, scuba dive, jet ski, parasail, kayak and, of course, fish. The lakes’ waters never freeze, welcoming visitors’ activities year-round. All three lakes offer resort lodging, camping and picnicking facilities and easy access to the water at a number of public marinas and boat 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, snack bars and private dock facilities for visitors’ boats as well. 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.
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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 Ozarks’ natural shoreline, bluffs, forests and wildlife. 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 Lake Taneycomo a world-class trout fishery.
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Resorts and full-service public marinas offer canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing boats, motorboats, guides, tackle and pontoons for relaxing and fun-filled lake activities. 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 line are the best choice for anglers. Bull Shoals also provides a variety of public access points and a selection of quaint fishing lodges that offer privacy and a chance to explore surrounding Ozark Mountain scenery at its finest.
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Top of the Rock Golf Course
GOLF Courses
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Tom Fazio
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Greg Thomas
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Holiday Hills Golf Club 417-334-4838 holidayhills.com
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Don Gardner
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Lance Munden
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Top of the Rock Golf Course 417-335-2777 topoftherock.com
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Landmark
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Eric Smith
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LedgeStone Country Club 417-335-8187 ledgestonegolf.com
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Tom Clark
6,754
Bill Hasler
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5,375 sq. ft.
Payne Stewart Golf Club 417-337-2963 paynestewartgolfclub.com
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Dan Davis
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3,810 sq. ft.
Pointe Royale Golf Village 417-334-4477 pointeroyalegolf.net
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Ault Clark
6,501
Evan Bradley
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Thousand Hills Golf Club 417-334-4553 thousandhills.com
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Mike Riley and Robert Cupp
5,111
Duke Davidson
Up to 60 days in advance
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Chuck Smith 5,323-7,324 & Bobby 6 different Clampett yardages
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Table Rock State Park
RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS Pack up and plan a getaway any season of the year in one of Branson’s family-oriented RV Parks and Campgrounds. Enjoy the convenience of Wi-Fi and Internet access at most facilities to help you keep up with emails to family and friends and most are very pet-friendly. Several boast a Good Sam award-winner and are often featured in Trailer Life magazine Branson is the place to spend quality time together with the comforts of a full-service 20/30/50-amp RV site or unplug and reconnect with your family out in the backwoods near one of our beautiful lakes. ACORN ACRES RV PARK & VILLAS 159 Acorn Acres Lane Branson West MO 65737 (417) 338-2500 bestbransonrvpark.com AMERICA’S BEST CAMPGROUND 499 Buena Vista Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 336-6581 abc-branson.com BRANSON KOA CAMPGROUND & CONVENTION CENTER 397 Animal Safari Rd. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-4414 bransonkoa.com
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, and wilderness and park areas available to visitors. 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, restaurants and attractions.
For a complete list of RV Parks and Campgrounds, visit ExploreBranson.com or call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB at (800) 214-3661. You may also request our 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 and maps.
BRANSON LAKESIDE RV PARK 300 S. Boxcar Willie Dr. Branson, MO 65616 (417) 334-2915 BransonLakesideRVPark.com
DEER RUN CAMPGROUND AND GROCERY 1056 Indian Point Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2222 campbransonmo.com
SILVER DOLLAR CITY’S WILDERNESS 5125 State Hwy 265 Branson MO 65616 (800) 477-5764 silverdollarcity.com/wilderness
COMPTON RIDGE CAMPGROUND & LODGE 5040 State Hwy. 265 Branson MO 65616 (417) 213-5801 comptonridge.com
JELLYSTONE FORSYTH/BRANSON 11020 State Hwy 76 Forsyth MO 65653 (417) 546-3000 jellystonebranson.com
TRAIL’S END RESORT & RV PARK 71 Dogwood Park Trail Branson MO 65616 (417) 338-2633 indianpoint.com
COOPER CREEK RESORT/CAMPGROUND 471 Cooper Creek Road Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4871 coopercreekresort.com
OAK GROVE CAMPGROUND 780 Hwy 165 Branson MO 65616 (417) 334-4781 oakgrovervpark.com PEA PATCH RV PARK 3330 W. Harvey Lane Branson MO 65616 (417) 335-3958 peapatchrvpark.com
TREASURE LAKE CAMPING CLUB 1 Treasure Lake Drive Branson MO 65616 (800) 455-2961 tlresort.com
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Branson RecPlex 1500 Branson Hills Parkway 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616 Cantwell Park Sunshine & Mockingbird 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Lakeside Forest Wilderness Area 412 Owen Lane 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Murphy Park 499 Neihardt Ave. 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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North Beach 50 N. Boardwalk 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Old School Park 1515 W. Hwy. 76 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Parnell Park 257 Mayden Lane 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Stockstill Park 625 Stockstill Lane 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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Sunset Park 869 Sunset Rd. 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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John Nygard Memorial Park 201 Long St. 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616
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