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If you were married or born in 1960 you will get into Branson's
world-class 1880's theme park FREE throughout 2010 as Silver Dollar City
Celebrates 50 Years with a New Ride and a Year Long Party! As part of the
festivities:
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 ,New $7 Million ride
Tom &,,, Huck's River Blast (see description below)
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 ,Birthday elements
throughout the season. New shows and meet-and-greets with kid favorites
like Sponge Bob Squarepants, Dora the Explorer, The Flintstones
and more, plus Country Nights Show at Echo Hollow.
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Craft in America Exhibit
for National Harvest Festival, created exclusively by the creators of
the highly-awarded PBS documentary series.
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The search for the Birthday
Cake - a nationwide search sponsored by Taste of Home Magazine. Entries
at www.tasteofhome.com!
New Ride at Silver Dollar City
for 2010 Tom &,, Huck's RiverBlast, a super-soaking water raft
ride themed around the adventures of Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn. Raft riders,
armed with water soakers, will battle raft-to-raft and raft-to-shore, while
dodging streams from shore shooters too! With hundreds of water features, this
will be America's biggest water battle!
Returning in 2010: Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan! Olympic star Cathy
Rigby performs her legendary Tony-nominated role in the Broadway smash hit Peter
Pan. This Broadway production is lavish and magical, earning the highest
critical praise throughout its long run on Broadway thru 2005. The ever-popular
tale continues to hold a special fascination for children of all ages. It offers
a swashbuckling adventure combined with some of man's most secret desires-,to
fly and explore another world somewhere beyond the stars, and to never grow old!
Peter Pan, starring Cathy Rigby opens at Branson's Mansion Theatre in May of '09
and runs thru December. For tickets call 1-866-707-4100.
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",Come Fly with Us", Branson
Zipline and Canopy Tours Bring out your inner Peter Pan or Superman
fantasies ,as you soar through the trees in Branson's most exciting
Eco-Adventure. Experience the splendor and beauty of the Ozark Mountains in a
truly unique and exciting way. Friendly, certified guides, a one of a kind gift
shop, an enchanting forest, and over one mile of zip lines and canopy walkways
await your arrival. Visitors experience the Ozarks Xplorer Canopy Tour(r), a two
and a half hour, interactive tour which features a variety of zip lines,
walkways and platforms, and the Blue Streak Fast Line(r), a thrilling one-stop
ride from the top of the property to the base. Tours begin May 1, 2010, on this
course designed to be a low impact activity that is appropriate for all ages.
With limited capacity, we urge you to make early reservations. Tour times are
booking up quickly. http://www.bransonzipline.com/
New Branson Airport! You are now able to jet right into Branson direct
from your favorite hub! The New Branson Airport is spectacular! The views of the
beautiful Ozarks that you'll see on your way into town from the airport will be
worth the trip! Several cities are now offering low cost direct flights to
Branson! The new 55,000 square foot terminal and welcome center is gorgeous! The
airport offers car rentals, eateries, a gift shop, and all the other amenities
you would expect in a ",,real deal",, airport! Officials predict over a million
passengers will arrive the first year, with over 450,000 arriving on direct
flights! The airport is the first privately financed and operated commercial
service airport in the US. Bon Voyage, Happy Landings, and ",,Y'all come!",, New
direct flights from Chicago/Rockford, Shreveport, Dallas/Fort Worth, Orlando
Minneapolis/St. Paul! Keep up with all the latest news at www.flyBranson.com
Branson Airport Plans Charter Service to most of US. The Branson Airport
(BKG1) is offering tour groups chartered jet service for the 2010 season.
Non-stop service will be available from throughout the US. Competitive pricing
will allow tour groups to bring Branson closer to home at an affordable price.
For more info: 1-888-FLY-BKG1 or email reservations@flybranson.com
Directions to New Branson Airport: From Highway 65 North, turn right/east
approximately 4 miles north of the Highway 86 intersection into the Communities
at Branson Creek and follow Branson Creek Boulevard about 2.5 miles until it
turns into Branson Airport Boulevard. Drive another 2 miles to the Branson
Airport and follow signs to parking. From Highway 65 South, turn left/east
approximately 1 mile south of the Hollister exchange into the Communities at
Branson Creek and follow Branson Creek Boulevard about 2.5 miles until it turns
into Branson Airport Boulevard. Drive another 2 miles to the Branson Airport and
follow ",,Media",, signs to designated parking.
FREE Indoor/Outdoor Water Park The new Splash-A-Torium is
now open at the Welk Resort Branson. The indoor/outdoor pool covers a 4,500
square foot surface area complete with 100-foot indoor water slide, kids' water
play area and Jacuzzi. This innovative water/recreation area compliments the
beautiful Welk Hotel. Here's the best part-,the water park is FREE to all guests
staying at The Welk Resort! The Welk Resort offers Free Coupons on this website!
Veterans Observances and Events: No place celebrates veterans like Branson!
Veterans' events are celebrated throughout the year, culminating with the
week-long Veterans Homecoming in November-,the largest Veterans Day Event in the
country. The events are too many to list here. For a complete schedule, go to
this link: Branson Veterans Events ,coordinated by the Branson Veterans Task
Force.
Upgrade of Springfield/Branson Regional Airport in Springfield, Missouri.
The airport has completed its ten-year $117 million project, adding a new
275,000 square foot terminal with 60 expandable gates and 1,826 parking spaces.
Several other new additions and upgrades are in the works as well.
Precious Moments Chapel and Visitor Center is still open! Although the
Fountain of Angels closed a few years back, the popular attraction near the
Carthage exit of I-44 is now open for free tours. Celebrating 20 years, the
attraction updated the surrounding landscaping with beautiful new gardens to
adorn the chapel pathway. Also included in the beautiful scene are several
statues, fountains, and park benches to sit and reflect while serenaded by
inspirational music. In the Visitor Center there is an atrium with animated
figurines and a stream that flows through a castle moat. Visitors can relax and
watch a video on how a Precious Moments figurine is created. Also, there is the
largest Precious Moments Gift shop and a year 'round Christmas shop with several
different brands to choose from. There is also the Royal Delights snack shop
with sandwiches, hot dogs, soups and other goodies. Box lunches can be prepared
in advance for large groups. The Samuel J. Butcher museum has several
collections of Mr. Butcher's world famous original art, plus a history of his
life and stories of his family in friends. Back of the Chapel, visitors can view
Grandpa's Island, an island with a castle created specifically for Mr. Butcher's
grandchildren to play in. Around the corner is Resurrection Cave. All
attractions are free. For reservations call 417-359-2983 or email reservations@preciousmoments.com
Precious Moments Chapel &,, Visitors Center offers
Free Coupons on this website!
Showbiz
New Shows &,, Visiting Stars: Announcements are coming hot and heavy so
check back here for the latest!
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Andy Williams Welcomes Music Legends in 2010 Starting in 2010 Andy
Williams' Moon River Theater will be the home venue for an all-star lineup of
rock n' roll legends. First there's the incomparable Andy Williams himself, the
legendary TV and recording star whose influence transcends generations of fans.
Joining Andy this year: Rock n' Roll founding fathers kick it off as members of
Bill Haley's Original Comets reprise their rock classics such as
Rock Around the Clock and Shake, Rattle &,, Roll! (Note: nearly 3 dozen
groups tour the world as ",,The Comets",, but these are the original members of
that Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame band!) Then there's the wildest, craziest and
downright funniest rock n' roll band of all time, Paul Revere and The
Raiders! Paul and his high-kickin' Raiders kicked out some of the most
respected hits of the rock era, from the anti-drug Kicks, to Just Like Me,
Indian Reservation, Hungry (for the Good Times Baby), and (I'm Not Your) Steppin'
Stone, among others of their 23 consecutive hits.
Kirby VanBurch's Magical New Show! Last fall the famed Branson magician
premiered his all new show, now in his 18th year in Branson! Billed as ",,More
magic, more comedy, more variety!",, The new show is more than just a magic
show-,it is a full-scale production with dancers, comedy, extraordinary exotic
animals (which can also be seen in Kirby's backstage tour) and Kirby's amazing
fast and furious illusions. For info: www.kirbyvanburch.com ,
Coupons for The Kirby VanBurch Show are offered on this
website!
Ray Stevens enters the celebrity line-up for this season at The Welk
Theatre. Sept. 15-Oct. 23, Stevens celebrates 50 years in music entertainment
with a return to Branson. With over 14 million singles, the multi-platinum
artist known for such Grammy Award-winning favorites as ",Everything is
Beautiful", Top-40 hit ",,Mississippi Squirrel Revival",, and new hit ",We
the People,", Stevens' appeal crosses all generations! Put this show on
your ",must-see", list.
New Shows to note:
Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley with daughter McKenna Medley star this
year at the Starlite Theatre. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy
Award winner Righteous Brothers' Bill Medley and his daughter McKenna Medley
delight audiences with hit songs including ",Soul Inspiration,", ",I've Had
the Time of My Life,", ",Unchained Melody,", ,",Lovin' Feeling", and more.
McKenna Medley, 2007 Female Vocalist of the Year, dazzles in a number of
duets as well as several songs on her own.
Country Sunshine A variety
classic country show staring Lallie Bridges as Patsy, Loretta, Tammy and more in
her downtown Branson debut at the Hot Hits Theatre.
Crossties A Bluegrass extravaganza at the Imax Little Opry Theater.
Eras of the King stars America's Got Talent TV star and Vegas entertainer
Joseph Hall, Branson's youngest Elvis' tribute to the King, at the
newly-restored Owens Theatre, downtown-,the first theater built in Branson!
Hunka Hunka Burnin' Love a new dinner show at the American Songbook
Theater. Three talented young performers bring us the songs of Elvis, with
interesting arrangements and treatments in lieu of impersonations. Critics call
the cast has been called one of the best in Branson.
Neal McCoy ",,No Doubt About It",, the one-of-a-kind country
star's 11 albums, over 25 charted singles and his ocean of fans stretching from
Texas to the bases of our troops in Iraq remains the ",,go- to",,, ticket for
every country music fan! See McCoy this year at the new Clay Cooper Theatre.
The Osmond's Jay, Jimmy and Wayne return to Branson as America's singing
legends celebrate their 50th year!
Our Sinatra If you like the music of Frank Sinatra, this show is a must.
This dinner show is now at the American Songbook Dinner Theatre.
Cathy Rigby is Peter Pan! From Broadway to Branson, the Olympic champion
stars in her Tony-Award winning role at The Mansion Theatre! ,
Smoke on the Mountain The hit musical comedy about a 1930's Baptist
preacher where YOU become part of the congregation! Now in it's 11th season in
Branson. 2009: at the IMAX theater. Offering Coupons on this website!
Strait Country and Patsy Cline Tribute , George Strait, Patsy Cline and
more-,all at the Imax Little Opry Theatre.
Take it To the Limit Eagles Tribute Recreating the ",,laid back",,
California sound that showed us how to ",,Take it Easy!",,
Top 10 Rock 'n' Roll Revue starring slick-haired sax bopper ",,Marvelous",,
Marvin Short and his all-star cast.
Walker Family Magic Show: Up Close &,, Personal!
Warnock Family Show Returns to Branson (selected dates, Sept- Dec).
Yakov's Moscow Circus From Russia, see some of the greatest acts to ever
appear on earth in an unforgettable love story beloved by fans aged 2 to 92 from
Moscow to Branson! Offering Coupons on this website!
JEERK opens at the Hughes Brothers Theatre. Popular Swedish Rhythm
Artists bring their unique stage show to the Branson Strip.
www.jeerk.com
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Calendar of Events
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·June 4-6 -, Branson Z Fest
Cruise the Rock, Peel the Ferry and more.
www.bransonzfest.com
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 ,June 5-Aug 8 -, Kid
Fest at Silver Dollar City Theme Park From the excitement of your first
coaster ride to the delight of new shows and your favorite adventures your
imagination will be sparked at this be a kid, or be a kid again celebration!
www.bransonsilverdollarcity.com
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 ,June 7-12 -, Winged
Warriors National Meet 2010
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 ,June 10-30 -, Stage One
National Dance Finals
www.stageonedance.com
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 ,June 11 -, Travis Tritt
and Tanya Tucker The Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,June 11 -, Colgate
Country Showdown with KHOZ 102.9 Branson Landing.
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 ,June 11 -, EXILE-,Live
in Concert Branson Landing
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 ,June 19-20 -, Father's
Day Bass Pro Boat Show See a flotilla of some of the hottest boats out
there right on Titanic's parking lot!
www.titanicbranson.com
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 ,June 19 -, Dr John,
Marcia Ball with special guest Leon Russell live at The Black Oak
Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,June 19 -, All Day 3rd
Annual Downtown Clown A'Round Branson Landing
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 ,June 25 -, The
Nashvegas All-Stars-,Live in Concert! Branson Landing
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 ,June 26 -, 11th Annual
Route 66 MOPAR Car Club rally at Area '57.
www.area57events.com
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 ,June 27 -, Creedence
Clearwater Revisited with Lukas Nelson (son of the legendary Willie
Nelson) at the newly renovated Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,June 27 -, David
Letterman's Stupid Human &,, Pet Trick Auditions Branson Landing
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 ,June 28-Jul 2 -, 2nd
Annual Branson Gospel Music Convention
www.bransongmc.com
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 ,July 3 -, Foreigner,
Styx and Kansas at the newly renovated and re-opened Black Oak Mountain
Amphitheater
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 ,July 3 -, Liberty Light
Up Concert &,, Fireworks Starring Chain Reaction -, A Tribute to Journey
&,, Fireworks Show Display. Branson Landing.
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 ,July 8 -, REO
Speedwagon with Pat Benatar at the newly renovated Black Oak
Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,Jul 9-11 -, 23rd Annual
Ozarks Run: F100 Truck Show
www.showmef100.bravepages.com
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 ,Jul 10 -, Jake Simpson
&,, The 4 Jax-,Live in Concert at Branson Landing.
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 ,Aug 6 -, The Mark
Chapman Band-,Live in Concert at Branson Landing.
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 ,Aug 8 -, Cowtown
Ballroom Revival featuring Brewer &,, Shipley, POCO, Foghat, and the
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at the newly renovated and re-opened Black Oak
Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,Aug 12-14 -, Shepherd
Super Summer Cruise 2010 with over 500 cars and trucks on display.
www.supersummercruise.com
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 ,Aug 19-21 -, Trike
Riders International ",Spirit of Three", Rally
www.trikes.org
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 ,Aug 20 -, Big Smith-,Live
in Concert. Branson Landing.
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 ,Aug 26-Sep 6 -,
Southern Gospel Picnic at Silver Dollar City. Echo Hollow Amphitheatre
will be filled with music from the famed Southern Gospel Nights concert
series each evening while your family enjoys favorite Southern-style meals
and BBQ.
www.bransonsilverdollarcity.com
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 ,Aug 28 -, BB King and
Buddy Guy -, at the newly renovated Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,Aug 28-29 -, 22nd Annual
Downtown Branson Fiddle Festival Branson Landing
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 ,Sep 2-4 -, Orphans Car
Show 2010
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 ,Sep 4 -, George Jones
with Jason Boland at the newly renovated Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater
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 ,Sep 5 -, Greater Ozarks
Pontiac Club Regional Car Show Dick Clark Theatre
www.gopoci.org/
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 ,Sep 16-19 -, Sleds in
September -, A Custom Car &,, Rod Event Cruise into Branson for good
eats, the Dam Cruise, Shopping, a flame-throwin' contest and more.
www.sledsinseptember.com
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 ,Sep 18-Oct 31 -, Salute
to Veterans Ride the Ducks new themed adventures.
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 ,Sep 19 -, Ironman 70.3
Branson one of 34 worldwide qualifying events for the 2010 Foster Grant
Ironman World Championship 70.3. Chateau on the Lake.
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 , Oct 1-31 -, Ducks Go Boo
Ride the Ducks new themed adventures.
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 , Oct 3-10 -, St. Bernard
Club: Saints Rock In Branson! The 2010 SBCA National Specialty Show will be
held in one of the entertainment capitals of America
www.2010sbcanational.com
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 , Oct 8-10 -, Annual
Woodcarving Event to Honor Titanic's German Passengers &,,, Crew (in
association with LogHoggers Chainsaw Sculpting) Professional wood carvers
from across the nation will send chips flying and spirits soaring when they
return to compete in this year's 3 day event.
www.titanicbranson.com
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 ,Oct 15 -, Masquerade
Dinner Party and Ghostly Delights Myth and mystery, a progressive dinner
party. Dinner guests are encouraged to arrive in masks. Spooky stories,
including the story of the Egyptian mummy on board that brought a curse to
the ship! Oooooooh!
www.titanicbranson.com
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 ,Oct 16-17 -, Titanic
Princess Tea Party Part 2 Titanic's #1 mother-daughter event! Young
ladies are introduced to the time-honored rituals of gracious living-from
mini-manners and etiquette lessons to proper table settings, serving skills
and polite conversation!
www.titanicbranson.com
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 ,Nov 5-11 -, Veterans
Homecoming Week (all over Branson!)
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 ,Nov 5-12 -, Lost Heroes
Art Quilt on display at the Welk Resort
www.welkresortbranson.com
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 ,Nov 5-15 -, Traveling
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall at the Welk Resort ,www.welkresortbranson.com
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 ,Nov 5-Dec 12 -, Holiday
Lights Duck Style Ride the Ducks new themed adventures.
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 ,Dec 3, 4, 10, 11 -,
Santa &,, His Reindeer Back by popular demand, Father Christmas and his
regal reindeer will come prancin' back to greet the folks!
www.titanicbranson.com
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Hollywood Wax Museum Adds 2 Attractions: Castle of Chaos and Hannah's
Maze of Mirrors Billed as the world's first 5D fright ride and laser
battle, the Castle of Chaos is one of the newest attractions on the Branson
strip. Next door is Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, a modern fairy-tale themed
reflective challenge. The Castle of Chaos boasts bats, insects, zombies,
3-dimensional images, special effects, motion based seats, and not a few
surprises. Says developers, ",,It is the highest definition 3D possible.",, The
Maze of Mirrors challenges guests of all ages to find their way through hundreds
of mirrored walls and archways as they are thrown into the story of a princess
who was locked in this mirror maze by an evil witch.
Titanic Launches Free
Family-Themed Special Events for 2010 Titanic's star attractions for 2010
will be a royal pair of adorable King Charles Spaniels-,Titanic's new mascots
Molly and Carter. , ",,The 2010 calendar will feature the crowd pleasers from
past seasons, plus new interactive-experience attractions that will keep
visitors coming back for more,",, says Titanic owner John Joslyn.
2010 Events: ,Here's the look-see for the year ahead!
The World's Largest TITANIC
Museum Attraction is the #1 year-round family attraction in Branson,
Missouri. In operation for more than three years, it has welcomed aboard more
than 1,600,000 guests. The 17,000 square-foot ship-shaped structure-,built
half-scale to the original Titanic-,towers more than 100 feet above its anchored
position on Highway 76. A 90-minute self-guided or optional audio tour covers 20
galleries on two decks displaying more than 400 priceless artifacts that once
belonged to Titanic passengers or crew.
'S Cool Daddyo! 's gonna be a
whole lotta shakin' goin' on at the Branson Variety Theater in '10. A new show
there promises to be a hand-jivin', wailin', 50's Rock 'n' Roll dance party!
Shake, Rattle, Roll -, Best Hits of the 50's comes with a big cast of cool cats,
hip chicks, and a rockin' live band. Solid, baby, solid!
Congratulations!! Dave Hamner and
Jim Barber of Branson's own Hamner Barber Variety Show are being recognized
by the 31st Annual Telly Awards and the Silver Telly Council with a ",2010 Telly
Award for video excellence in a music concert", for their multimedia performance
tribute to veterans entitled ",Thank You's Not Enough.", www.hamnerbarber.com/ ,Hamner
Barber Theatre is offering coupons on this website!
Ironman 70.3 Branson will be the latest addition to the Ironman 70.3 Event
Series. On Sept. 19, 2010, the inaugural race will take place in the Ozark
Mountain vacation destination of Branson, Missouri. Ironman 70.3 Branson will
serve as one of 34 worldwide qualifying events for the 2010 Foster Grant Ironman
World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, Fla. Professional athletes will be
competing for a $25,000 prize purse. This triathlon will attract world class
athletes. The web site is
www.IronmanBranson.com.
Neal McCoy plans 2010 Return After a successful 2009 season in Branson,
country star Neal McCoy has booked over 50 dates in Showtown for 2010. McCoy
will be appearing at the new Clay Cooper Theater (formerly the Osmonds Theatre).
New Hiking/Biking Trail A new 10-mile hiking and biking trail is under
construction at Table Rock State Park. Known as the White River Valley Trail, it
will have multiple loops, trail heads and beautiful views with the main trail
head located across from the park's office on Hwy 165.
New Water Park Complete In a project that lasted over four years, Castle
Rock Resort and Waterpark on Green Mountain Drive this year completed its grand
indoor and outdoor waterpark project. The waterpark is free to lodging guests.
New Nightclub opens in Branson Tabu Nightclub and Triple Play Sports Bar
is a restaurant/club, full sports bar and the largest night club in the area.
The club features a dance floor, 2 full-service bars and live entertainment. It
is located at 248 &,, Hwy 65 (location of the old Guitars &,, Cadillacs and Planet
Branson.
New Traffic Signs Ever have trouble trying to read a Branson map while
driving the curvy up &,, down roads? Well, new signs all over town are there to
help. Finding your way around town in 2010 should be a breeze.
New comedy Club in Town Edgy comedy has arrived in Branson at the White
River Comedy Club at Branson Landing. Stand-up comics fresh off the late night
TV circuit will now offer their laughs geared toward adults down by the Branson
riverside attraction.
New home for the Osmonds Starting in April, the incomparable Osmonds take
the stage at the newly-remodeled Music City Center Theatre in an expanded show
schedule that includes shows from April to June, as well as the fall and holiday
season.
New Ride: Vigilante Extreme ZipRider scheduled to open at the Shepherd of
the Hills Homestead, Memorial Day weekend. More than a zipline, this thrilling
seated ride allows guests to ",zip", down from the Inspiration Tower at speeds up
to 50 mph across the 160 acre park to a landing a 1/2 mile away.
More Black Bears in the Ozarks Black bears once ranged through these
Ozarks in great numbers, but by 1900 had been hunted to near extinction. But
sightings have been growing steadily in recent years, which is to say that it
least in some measure-,they're b-a-a-ck!
High Definition TV Station for Branson Visitors This Spring was the
launch of Branson Visitor Information Television in high definition TV. Branson
Visitor TV features entertaining and informative segments highlighting Branson
area shows, attractions, restaurants, retail shops, lake and outdoor activities
and points of interest to the Branson area visitor.
Race Track in Branson? Developers are in the long process of building a
race track and attraction in an area North of Branson on Hwy 65 known as Emory
Creek Ranch. The project includes a 7,500-seat arena, where there are plans to
hold not only car races but rodeos and concerts. This site will also include a
waterpark, condo, cabins and retail shops. The developers have met with some
opposition from local residents. Stay tuned to this website for updates!
And The Oscar Goes To...Branson's Myer Family, whose family-owned
lodgings are earning awards Hollywood style! The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of
Commerce named Comfort Inn &,, Suites the 2008 Small Business of the Year. Best
Western Music Capital Inn received the Best Western Chairman's Award, the hotel
chain's highest honor for outstanding quality standards. The Chairman's Award
recognizes Best Western International hotels with a cleanliness and maintenance
inspection score of over 950 points out of a possible 1,000. Hotels must also
meet Best Western's requirements for design and high customer service scores to
qualify for the award. Branson's Comfort Inn &,, Suites was recently recognized
as one of three finalists for Choice Hotels International 2008 Comfort Inn of
the Year for the Comfort Inn brand. These finalists represent the ",,best of the
best",, among over 1,360 Comfort Inn's worldwide due to their outstanding guest
satisfaction and consistent brand performance. Branson's Comfort Inn &,, Suites
has been also been awarded Choice Hotels Platinum Award for exemplifying
exceptional service, facilities and hospitality. Only five percent of properties
in the Choice Hotels system reach this standard. Myer Hotels is offering Free
Coupons for these lodgings on this website!
We're History! The Downtown Branson Main Street Association History
Museum is located at 119 W. Pacific St. Enjoy learning about the history of the
area free of charge 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at no charge.
Branson Family Fun Factory is a youth and family-oriented business new to
Branson near the Welk Resort. Glow-in-the-dark miniature golf featuring an
enchanted forest, volcano room, treasure room, dragon nursery and undersea
adventure, laser tag and a game room are all housed indoors.
Spring brought a bustle of ribbon cuttings: the new Mount Pleasant Winery
on Green Mountain Dr. and Lindwedel Wine Garden, located west on Hwy.
376, where the Lindwedel family features wines produced in the state of
Missouri.
The Gimps return to Club 57 to regale you with their rockabilly/surf
favorites. Area musicians rock a full house with hot tunes from bygone eras.
Frontier Airlines adds service to the new Branson Airport beginning April
2010 with non-stop flights to/from Denver to Branson four days a week (Tuesday,
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday).
More airport news: Five new non-stop destinations (Austin and Houston, Texas,
Des Moines, Iowa, Shreveport, La. and Terre Haute, Ind.) are coming to the
Branson Airport through a new service called Branson AirExpress, operated by
ExpressJet Airlines. The new service begins May 17.
",Little Boys &,, Little Toys", penned by Gospel singer Lynda Lynn and
performed by Branson favorite, Barbara Fairchild, has been nominated for a
Diamond Award, for ",Song of the Year.", , Fairchild will perform the tune to
honor veterans during the Veteran's Homecoming Celebration in November.
All new at the Hughes Brothers Theatre this year, Swedish rhythm artists,
Jeerk, debut their all-new phenomenal, cutting-edge stage show
that transforms ",anything", into a musical instrument. Seen last season at Silver
Dollar City's Kid Fest, the group enjoys a huge international following.
Tim Hadler returns to the IMAX Little Opry Theatre stage in ",Hank Williams
Revisited", for a limited engagement. Not an imitation, Hadler celebrates the
life and person of Hank Williams in this unique show. He feels ",the need to give
the people the Hank they know, but leave them with the Hank that they didn't
know.",
Seasonal Shows
Christmas Shows:
Most Branson theaters have lavish Christmas productions from Oct. 31 to mid-Dec.
A few are listed among the seasonal shows below.
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Andy Williams Christmas
The Holiday classic live on stage.
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Broadway's Spirit of
Christmas Elaborate song and dance revues of the great Holiday classics
at The Branson Variety Theater! Offering Coupons on this website
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Dino's Christmas Spectacular
Starring the award-winning gospel legend Dino Kartsonakis in his lavish
Christmas classic that has been a main attraction of Ozark Mountain
Christmas!
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Hughes Brothers Christmas
Branson's most-loved Christmas show featuring one of the largest casts in
town, most of whom are family. This award-winning family shares the true
meaning of Christmas. At the Hughes Brothers Theatre. Offering Coupons on
this website
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 ,Miracle of Christmas
soaring scenery, fantastic vocals and the amazing story of the events
surrounding the first Christmas, at the Sight &,,, Sound Theatre
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 ,Tony Orlando and the
Lennon Sisters Christmas (Nov-Dec) The seventies hit-maker teams up with
the TV legends from the famed Lawrence Welk Show! Offering Coupons on this
website
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 ,Sanders Family
Christmas Celebrate a memorable holidays at the Little Opry Theatre at
the Branson IMAX. Offering Coupons on this website
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 ,Silver Dollar City
Theme Park - Seasonal shows throughout the year.
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