2012 Branson Group Tour and Reunion Planner

2012 GROUP TOUR & REUNION PLANNER BRANSON/LAKES AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ExploreBranson.com | The Official Website of Branson, MIssouri

Branson Landing

Shoji Tabuchi

The Lennon Sisters

The Texas Tenors

Dick’s 5 & 10

Titanic Museum Attraction

Joseph - Sight & Sound Theatres

Dear Group Tour Planner, Come and Celebrate 100 years of Heritage, Harmony and Hospitality!

The City of Branson, Missouri was officially incorporated with 1,200 citizens on April 1st, 1912. Branson’s 100th Birthday is April 1, 2012 and throughout the year many exciting festivals, shows and special events are scheduled to honor this spectacular milestone including an exciting 100-day kick-off starting with the opening of Branson’s NEW Centennial museum on April 1st, located in historic downtown Branson. For more information about the 100 Ways To Celebrate, visit www.Branson100.org.

In 2012, 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 and Reunion Planners to plan the perfect group trip to the Branson/Lakes Area.

This planner will assist you in every way – whether you’re a seasoned group travel planner, just planning your very first group trip or something in between. You’ll find that Branson’s area businesses representing shows, attractions, lodgings, shopping, travel packagers, sightseeing and dining are eager to provide you and your group with time-honored Ozarks’ hospitality, world-class entertainment, exceptional value and treasured memories that will last a lifetime!

In 2012, The American Bus Association’s Top 100 events in North America include Branson’s Ozark Mountain Christmas and Branson Veteran’s Week. And for over 20 years, Branson has been recognized as the leading group travel destination in America. Our community has received numerous accolades over the years including being named “The Motor Coach Destination of the Decade” by the National Motor Coach Network in Byways magazine In addition, NTA Tour Operators voted Branson as one of their top four 2012 faith-based group travel destinations and for good reason. Some of America’s most popular and beloved Christian artists have performed in Branson throughout the years. And Branson has hosted a wide variety of faith-based meetings, conferences, retreats, concerts and special events for adults as well as youth groups. And it’s no secret many of the area theaters offer Sunday morning non-denominational church services – in fact, some of our Branson entertainers are actually ministers.

In 2008, Branson was named a “Top Pick” for Family Reunions by Midwest Living magazine. These positive reviews are bestowed on us because the entire Tri-Lakes region works together year-round to make Branson the perfect destination for all group types.

Branson has something for every age group, including student and youth groups, and today Branson is recognized as one of the “fastestgrowing student performance destinations in America” as hundreds of student tour operators, music directors and choir directors plan tours in the springtime to enjoy pre-show performances and backstage tours at many of the area theaters and attractions.

Branson is centrally located and whether traveling by car, RV, motor coach or plane, getting to Branson has never been easier. It’s because of the new access roads and an inter-modal facility at the new Springfield-Branson Airport and the new Branson Airport, located just 10 miles from downtown Branson, opened in 2009 and can accommodate visitors like never before!

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 resources you need to organize the perfect group trip.

Remember, 2012 is the year to come and celebrate in Branson with your special group!

Lenni Neimeyer, CTIS, CSTP Director of Leisure Group Sales LNeimeyer@BransonCVB.com Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

Kimberly Carr Leisure Groups & Reunions Coordinator

Shannen Redman Leisure Group Sales Coordinator

Kami Klein Leisure Group Sales Assistant

KCarr@BransonCVB.com

SRedman@BransonCVB.com

KKlein@BransonCVB.com

Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB

For more information call 800-214-3661 or visit ExploreBranson.com The Branson/Lakes Area 2012 Group Tour Planner is published by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau. Copyright 2012 by the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication strictly prohibited. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. The Chamber assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes or omissions.

Reuben S. Branson

View from Mt. Branson

In 2012, Branson turns 100, and everyone is invited to a celebration as unique and spectacular as Branson itself: 100 YEARS OF BRANSON, MISSOURI – a Story of Heritage, Harmony and Hospitality. 100 Days with 100 Ways to Celebrate! April 1- July 9, 2012. A Very Limited Engagement. Playing in 2012 ONLY.

Heritage, Harmony and Hospitality

2012 Group Tour & Reunion PLanner Welcome to Branson 2

Group Services 14

Travel Packagers Listings 52

Five Glorious Seasons 4

Theatre & Attraction Map 16

Reunion Section 56

The Branson Airport 6

Show Listings 18

Request for Proposal 57

The Springfield/Branson

Attraction Listings 28

Ten Helpful Reunion Tips 58

Lodging Map 34

Military Reunions 60

Additional Airport Information 10

Lodging Listings 37

Family Reunions 61

Mileage Markers 12

RV Parks & Campground Listings 47

Weddings & Anniversaries 62

Ground Transportation &

Dining Listings 49

Branson Wineries 63

Shopping Listings 51

City Park Locations 64

National Airport 8

Shuttle Services 13

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Shepherd of the Hills

Savannah House

Tony Orlando

welcome to branson, missouri It’s time to raise the curtain on extraordinary vacations at affordable prices! With a wide variety of world-class live music shows, international award-winning theme parks and attractions, exhilarating outdoor recreational opportunities and unmatched authentic Ozarks hospitality, you are about to discover a destination designed to put you center stage. After all, there’s no place that brings people together like Branson.

Experience star-studded performances at over 100 live shows. Explore the sights and sounds of Silver Dollar City.

Discover the endless fun and majestic beauty of our three pristine lakes. Learn about the rich history and culture of the area at our museums. Luxuriate at the spas and resorts.

Find that perfect gift at our hundreds of outlet stores, shops, galleries and boutiques.

The possibilities for memorable vacations are truly limitless.

Branson. It’s Your Show.

Branson has over 100 live shows to choose from at 50 stateof-the-art theaters. Live entertainment is offered from early morning until late at night by hundreds of world-renowned musicians, legendary stars, hot new talent and national touring acts. Seasonal special events, holiday celebrations and annual

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festivals bring even more musical variety 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 Broadway-style production shows full of special effects, dazzling costumes, live and animatronic animals and amazing specialty performers from all around the world.

Branson is home to the internationally award-winning Silver Dollar City theme park which treats group visitors of all ages to 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, a hundred demonstrating craftsmen, gravitydefying thrill rides, mouth-watering 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 water parks; miniature golf; themed dining experiences and much, much more.

Lilley’s Landing

Buck Trent

Branson Scenic Railway

Certainly one of the most unique aspects of a Branson vacation experience is that within minutes of the neon and bright lights of world-famous Hwy. 76 (also known as The Strip), visitors can find themselves lounging aboard a houseboat on Table Rock Lake, catching a trophy-sized trout on Lake Taneycomo, playing golf on a challenging championship course, or 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. Visitors looking to incorporate outdoor recreation into their itineraries can enlist the services of one of the area’s experienced fishing or nature guides.

Branson is a shopper’s paradise with three name-brand outlet 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 100 quaint shops and restaurants, all within easy walking distance. The Branson Landing features a one-mile 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-

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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. Visitors can stay in any one of a number of chain hotels or motels; enjoy the amenities found at local nightly rental condos, or take advantage of full-service resorts.

Branson is conveniently located in the heart of our nation, making it an ideal drive-to destination or fly in to the new 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 800-214-3661 to speak to Lenni Neimeyer, Director of Leisure Group Sales.

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Historic Downtown Branson

five glorious seasons Five Hot Winter Fun Got a case of cabin fever? Got the winter blues? Then get away to Branson in January and February for Hot Winter Fun! The mild winter weather, combined with seasonal special offers designed for value-minded visitors, creates an ideal opportunity to experience Branson’s shows, attractions, afterChristmas shopping, museums, a round of golf, world-class fishing, cozy lakeside resorts and more. While the pace is relaxed and there is less traffic, the fun is just as hot and the price is right.

Ozark Mountain Spring From March through May, the Ozarks flourish with vibrant colors and sounds. While dogwoods, redbuds and wildflowers bloom, Branson’s world-famous shows, family attractions and unique theme parks introduce new acts, features and exhibits.

A wide variety of special events and festivals enhance your springtime visit. National sporting events such as the NAIA college basketball championship and FLW Bass Tournament showcase our outdoors. “See The World In Branson – No Passports Needed!” offers a global view this spring when a melting pot of entertainment from around the world is offered in our shows, attractions and dining. Check out ExploreBranson. com for special events occurring during Ozark Mountain Spring – from craft shows to car shows (and collector car auctions) to

the international folk music and cuisine of World-Fest at Silver Dollar City.

Super Summer Fun The Associated Press calls Branson “one of the top family destinations in the country” and for good reason. There are three area lakes offering an abundance of recreational opportunities from water skiing, jet skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding and scuba diving to fly fishing or catching that big lunker. In addition, a line-up of kid-friendly live shows and attractions gives families affordable fun at area eateries, interactive exhibits, festivals, water parks, mini-golf courses and go-karts.

Many of Branson’s top entertainment families feature several generations performing on stage together. High-tech magical illusions, Chinese acrobats, talking dogs, comedic characters and a variety of musical styles create high-energy live shows for the entire family.

Fall for Arts & Crafts in the Ozarks Anytime during autumn is the perfect time to visit Branson and leisurely discover our Ozark Mountain heritage. From the live shows, attractions and museums to the area arts, crafts and music festivals, you’ll fall in love with the sights and sounds of fall in the Ozarks. Through the months of September, October and November, the hills around the Branson/Lakes Area explode in

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Big Cedar Lodge

Acrobats of China

Branson Veterans Homecoming November 5 through November 11 each year, Branson celebrates our tradition of honoring veterans who have served our country with the largest homecoming celebration in the nation. With more than 40 special events leading up to the Veterans Day parade, thousands of veterans, active duty personnel and their families are warmly welcomed by a grateful community.

in Branson include the Christmas on the Trail show and Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and the animated lighting displays of the one-mile Branson Area Festival of Lights (BAFOL) drive-through.

You’ll want to be in Branson for the Adoration Parade held each year on the first Sunday in December. This festive nighttime parade and Adoration Scene lighting ceremony celebrates the birth of Christ and features floats, marching bands and thousands of Christmas lights.

Branson is a holiday shopper’s paradise with Branson Landing, Historic Downtown Branson and three major outlet centers featuring more than 300 name-brand stores. Hundreds of boutique, arts, crafts and specialty shops throughout the town offer one-of-a-kind handmade, locally crafted or heirloom-quality gift items.

Ozark Mountain Christmas The Christmas season will bring folks together for holiday entertainment, great shopping and elaborate decorative light displays. Beginning November 1 each year, the Branson/Lakes Area transforms into a festive wonderland with dazzling live shows celebrating the true spirit of Christmas, with Silver Dollar City theme park in all its holiday glory and numerous special events. As “Mr. Christmas” Andy Williams sings, it is truly “the most wonderful time of the year.” Christmas traditions

New Year’s Don’t forget the week after Christmas when numerous Branson shows and area attractions (such as Silver Dollar City) are open. This is a great time to be in town. Many theaters will offer festive New Year’s Eve shows complete with hors d’oeurves, beverages, party favors, balloon drops, and special music to ring in the New Year!

As you can see, every visit to Branson throughout the year allows you to discover something special.

a fabulous array of autumn colors with brilliant shades of red, orange and gold. The slightly cooler temperatures and lower humidity offer outdoor enthusiasts a remarkable experience.

Bird watching, ziplining, hiking, biking (both for motorcyclists and for bicyclists), boating and more are wonderful ways to soak up the beauty of the season.

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Flying to branson - The NEW Branson Airport The new Branson Airport opened in May of 2009 and is expected to significantly increase the number of group and individual leisure travelers that will be able to enjoy the wonderful Branson experience. The airport is located within the Branson Creek development, approximately ten miles south of downtown Branson. Access to the airport is by way of Branson Creek Boulevard and its connection to U.S. Highway 65.

The Branson airport is able to accommodate all types of commercial aircraft ranging from regional jets to Boeing 757’s.

Currently, Branson Airport offers non-stop air service to Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Milwaukee, Orlando, and Phoenix on AirTran and Frontier Airlines. Enterprise, National, and Alamo are the official car rental providers for the Branson Airport and are located on-site. Rental car representatives are on-site from 9:00 a.m. and until all reservations from the last flight of the day have been picked up. Avis, Budget, and Hertz are also available off-site by shuttle service. The terminal

facility is 58,000 square feet with additional check-in counters at the airport’s car rental drop-off station.

The airport is designed to comfortably handle and process 700,000 deplaning passengers per year. As demand increases, it is designed to expand to eventually handle up to 1,000,000 deplaning passengers per year. The Airport also provides GA and FBO services, including fueling, catering, hangar facilities and aircraft wash service. The airfield consists of a single 7,140-ft.long by 150-ft.-wide runway, a partial parallel taxiway, and an FAA air traffic control tower.

The Branson Airport is the first privately financed and operated commercial airport in the United States. It is also the first nonreplacement commercial service airport built in the United States in the last 40 years.

Airport officials continue discussions with a number of leading low-cost airlines and announcements will be made as soon as partnerships are finalized.

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BKG Located approximately 10 miles south of Branson Branson Airport Blvd.

Hollister, MO 65672 Phone: 417-334-7813 Fax: 417-334-2190 Web: www.flybranson.com

TERMINAL: 58,000 square foot 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, National, Alamo) and off-site (Avis, Budget, Hertz) as well as taxi, limo and shuttle service into Branson (Branson Grayline).

AIRLINES: AirTran and Frontier Airlines DIRECT FLIGHTS: Non-stop air service to Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Denver, Chicago, Houston, Milwaukee, Orlando, and Phoenix

The airport includes a general aviation facility to handle corporate and private aircraft. There are also hangar facilities for based aircraft.

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Flying to branson - Springfield/Branson National Airport It was nearly three years in the making when the new $115 million terminal opened at the Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) in 2009. It’s a beautiful, state-of-the-art facility with light blue and aqua glass panels covering the front in a 275,000-square-foot building located at 2300 N. Airport Boulevard in Springfield, Missouri, just 45 minutes north of Branson.

The new terminal is full of pleasant surprises from the spacious wide-open, well-lit corridors to the cozy conversation nooks, with a daily flight schedule that includes four airlines and services 10 cities nationwide. And don’t forget about car rental – there are seven agencies with reasonable rates.

In addition, the new terminal features 10 gates with room to expand to 60, multiple scanners and screening lines, as well as a restaurant and retail space. There is a waiting area for

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friends and family with a window for viewing planes and a children’s play area.

The Springfield-Branson National Airport is the gateway to the Missouri Ozarks and the tourist Mecca of Branson, which attracts more than 7 million visitors each year. With multiple direct flights to major cities, SGF enjoys connectivity to the national air system that is unusual for a market of its size.

Featuring more than 35 arrivals and 35 departures daily.

Located on the northwest side of the city, approximately 43 miles from Branson

2300 North Airport Blvd.

SGF Springfield, MO 65802 Phone: 417-868-0500 Fax: 417-868-0501 Web: www.flyspringfield.com Featuring more than 35 arrivals and 35 departures daily

DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop daily service to Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Memphis, Orlando, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and St. Petersburg/Tampa. One-Stop 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.

AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Allegiant Airlines, Delta, and United

Fly Direct between Ten Cities!

More than 70 flights per day!

Chicago, Dallas

Las Vegas, Orlando, Los Angeles, Tampa and Phoenix

Atlanta, Memphis

(SGF)

Chicago and Denver 43 Miles North of Branson

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Additional airport information 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.

Runway orientation 11/30, 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 HRO Harrison, AR 72601 Phone: 870-741-6954 Fax: 870-741-5526 Web: www.boonecountyairport.com 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: Hertz

Located southwest of Bentonville/Rogers and northwest of Springdale about a two-hour drive from Branson, MO.

Regional Airport

One Airport Blvd. Suite 100 Bentonville, AR 72712 Phone: 479-205-1000 Fax: 479-205-1001 Web: www.flyxna.com

P.O. Box 1194 PLK Branson, MO 65615 Phone: 417-332-1848 Fax: 417-332-1850 Hours: 7am to 7pm daily Web: www.taneycountyairport.com

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Northwest Arkansas

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AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Allegiant, Continental, Delta ASA, United, and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Service to Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Memphis, Minneapolis/St. Paul, New York, Newark, and Orlando GATES: 13 gates CAR RENTAL: Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty 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 Web: www.lrn-airport.com

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AIRLINES: American Airlines/American Eagle, Continental, Delta/ComAir, 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, 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 Web: www.tulsaairports.com

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Located northwest of the city, about a four-hour drive from Branson.

Serving 3.5 million passengers annually. 86 non-stop daily departures, 172 flights arrive/depart daily AIRLINES: American/American Eagle, Continental, Delta/ComAir, Southwest, and United/United Express DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop service to Atlanta, Chicago, DallasFt. Worth, Dallas-Love Field, Denver, Houston Hobby, Houston International, Las Vegas, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Phoenix, and Washington/Dulles GATES: 22 gates TERMINAL: 550,000 square foot CAR RENTAL: Alamo, 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 Web: www.flykci.com

GATES: 72 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

KCI

St. Louis Lambert International

10701 Lambert International Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63145 Phone: 314-426-8000 Fax: 314-426-1121 Web: www.lambert-stlouis.com

STL

Featuring 1,400 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, Air Choice One, AirTran, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines/American Eagle, CapeAir, Continental, Delta, Frontier, United, US Airways, and USA 3000 Airlines 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

While we have made every effort to verify the accuracy of the information contained herein, we cannot be held liable if errors or changes have occurred.

Featuring more than 675 arrivals and departures daily AIRLINES: Air Canada, AirTran, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines/ American Eagle, Continental, Delta, Frontier, Seaport Airlines, Southwest, United, and US Airways DESTINATION CITIES: Nonstop, daily service to 51 domestic airports

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mileage markers ALABAMA Birmingham Huntsville Montgomery

488 391 578

ALASKA Anchorage 2947 Fairbanks 2928 ARIZONA 1321 Phoenix Scottsdale 1070 Mesa 1066 ARKANSAS Eureka Springs Fort Smith Little Rock

50 173 167

CALIFORNIA 1652 Los Angeles Sacramento 1546 San Diego 1381 San Francisco 1948 San Jose 1570 COLORADO Colorado Springs Denver Grand Junction Pueblo

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FLORIDA Daytona Beach 872 Fort Myers 961 Ft. Lauderdale 1274 1291 Miami Orlando 1071 552 Pensacola Tampa 868 GEORGIA Atlanta HAWAII Honolulu IDAHO Boise Twin Falls ILLINOIS Chicago Peoria INDIANA Evansville Indianapolis

632 3971 1304 1198 546 419 324 502

IOWA Dubuque Des Moines Sioux City

583 395 492

CONNECTICUT Hartford 1152 Bridgeport 1118

KANSAS Topeka Wichita

DELEWARE Dover Wilmington

978 981

DIST. OF COLUMBIA Washington, D.C. 1064

651 831 851 657

MAINE Augusta Portland

NEW JERSEY Trenton 1027 Bloomfield 1062

SOUTH DAKOTA Rapid City 917 578 Sioux Falls

MARYLAND Baltimore 1068 Cumberland 811

NEW MEXICO Albuquerque Santa Fe

TENNESSEE Memphis Nashville

253 432

MASSACHUSETTS Boston 1414 1134 Pittsfield

NEW YORK New York

TEXAS Dallas Houston San Antonio

415 600 699

MICHIGAN Grand Rapids Detroit

1335 1300

693 794

MINNESOTA Minneapolis

638

MISSOURI Hannibal Jefferson City Kansas City St. Louis Springfield

275 170 198 236 43

MISSISSIPPI Biloxi Jackson

595 429

860 714 1190

NORTH CAROLINA 823 Charlotte Raleigh 818 NORTH DAKOTA Bismarck 802 802 Grand Forks

UTAH Logan Salt Lake City

1053 1279

VERMONT Montpelier 1201 Bennington 1144

OHIO Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus

596 811 669

OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City Tulsa

321 219

WASHINGTON Seattle 2080 Spokane 1452

1996 1649

WEST VIRGINIA Charleston 645 Wheeling 716

OREGON Portland Salem

MONTANA Billings Helena

1011 1184

269 303

NEBRASKA Omaha

401

PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia 1125 Pittsburgh 850

KENTUCKY Lexington Louisville

582 507

NEVADA Carson City Las Vegas

1451 1430

RHODE ISLAND Providence 1216 Newport 1218

LOUISIANA Shreveport

358

NEW HAMPSHIRE Concord 1230 Rochester 1259

SOUTH CAROLINA Columbia 711 Greenville 615

VIRGINIA Richmond Arlington

874 893

WISCONSIN Madison Milwaukee

611 629

WYOMING Cheyenne Casper

695 815

Ground Transportation & Shuttle Services

Branson City Cab 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 339-2227 mobilebranson.com

AAA Cab 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227

Branson Coach, LLC 3005 W Hwy 76, Suite B Branson, MO 65616 (417) 339-4888 (800) 841-2313 info@bransoncoach.com bransoncoach.com

American Flat-Rate Shuttle, LLC 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 bransongrayline.com

Branson Gray Line 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 334-5463 (800) 542-6768 liz@bransongrayline.com 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

J. Howard Fisk Limousines, Inc. 2001 E. Traffic Way Street Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 862-2900 fisklimo.com

Cavallo Bus Lines 3755 East Kearney Springfield, MO 65803 Toll Free: (877) 869-4190 Office: (417) 869-4190 cavallobuslines.com

Majestic Limousine & Transport 445 S. Ingram Mill Road Springfield, MO 65802 (417) 869-5466 majestic-limo.com

Happy Trails Charter 1013 State Highway H Forsyth, MO 65653 (417) 339-3420 happytrailsbus.com happytrailsbus@aol.com

Terry’s Tickets & Shuttle Terry Bowling, Owner 190 Potential Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 331-2821 tbowling@centurytel.net TTBranson.com

Jerry’s Super Shuttle 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 334-5678 jerryssupershuttle.com

Branson Limousine & Executive Charter, Inc. 301 Scott Blvd. D108 Branson, MO 65616 (417) 331-1316 bransonlimoservice.com

Branson Checker Cab 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 bransoncheckercab.com

Branson Yellow Cab 155 Industrial Park Drive Hollister, MO 65672 (417) 332-2227 liz@bransongrayline.com bransonyellowcab.com

Tri-Lakes Shuttle 3005 W. Hwy 76 Ste B Branson, MO 65616 (417) 339-4888 tri-lakesshuttle.com

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group services A variety of group services and complimentary promotional materials are available from the Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, plus an enthusiastic, qualified staff can assist you with specific questions about planning your group trip. This 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 and 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.

Complimentary Promotional Materials A wide variety of our 2012 promotional materials are available to you for FREE such as vacation guides, show & attraction guides, rack cards, maps, posters, brochure shells and more to help you plan and promote your group tour. This information will increase participation on your tour and provide valuable information for your clients who may or may not be familiar with Branson.

Media Support Our 2012 Branson Destination Sales video in DVD format

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Dogwood Canyon Nature Preserve

only are available at your request and are complimentary. We also can provide you with press kits and local media contacts. We also offer you an excellent choice of photographs representing shows, attractions, lodgings, the many seasons in Branson and more for you to use on your 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 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 personal site inspection, the Branson/Lakes Area CVB will provide information and contacts for you to arrange your own specific itinerary of activities.

The Branson/Lakes Area CVB will host our 4th Annual Travel Agent FAM Tour, April 10-12, 2012 and the Reunion Friendly Network ConFam, April 17-20, 2012. Branson hosts the largest community-wide FAM tour in the Midwest for tour operators, travel agents and group leaders called “Destined for Branson.”

In 2012, the 16th Annual Sales & Educational Conference will be

held May 20-24. Please visit www.destinedforbranson.com for more information. We will host our 6th Annual Music Directors FAM Tour, July 10-13, 2012, and our 8th annual Military Reunion Planners Conference FAM Tour, August 20-23, 2012. 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 & convention facilities, auxiliary services for meetings, motorcoach services and much more. The CVB also provides complimentary “Welcome Bags” for your group upon request.

Travel Packagers/Event Planners One call does it all! Branson has a wide variety of excellent companies that can arrange your group’s complete itinerary or just provide ticketing services, or book reservations for attractions, dining and even transportation. Most companies can prepare a customized package while giving advice on the best opportunities to meet the needs of your group. In addition to pre-planning, many companies offer on-site services including special gifts, greetings, step-on guides, name and luggage tags and welcome receptions. Sit back and relax; these companies make it easy to plan and take care of the details (see the Travel Packagers/Event Planners listings on pages 52-55).

Theme Activities Some of Branson’s restaurants, campgrounds and lodging facilities offer theme parties, welcome receptions and special dining. These special planned activities can be fun and creative, especially when inspired by Branson’s variety of entertainment.

RV Groups and Clubs Special Services Many of Branson’s campgrounds offer a variety of group services including show reservations, pavilions for gatherings, shuttle transportation and group rates.

Motorcoach Parking Motorcoach parking is plentiful at many Branson establishments and most have designated motorcoach parking space available.

Motorcoach Services and Repairs Branson Motorcoach Specialists, Inc., 417-336-5935 Motorcoach Dump Stations Branson Mall, 417-334-5412 Leisure Country Inn, 417-335-2425 (guests only) Factory Shoppes at Branson Meadows, 417-339-2580 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)

Your Group’s Name In Lights At selected accommodations and available upon request, some properties will welcome your group on their marquee signs.

Group Recognition At Shows To add that special touch and to demonstrate appreciation to groups, most entertainers will recognize groups during intermission at area shows.

Entertainers Bid Farewell At the end of the show, many entertainers will “hop on” the motorcoach to say goodbye and sign autographs.

Group Rates Many of the 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 motorcoach groups and extend special benefits such as complimentary admissions, meals, gifts and more.

Bus Drivers’ Lounges Many theaters, attractions and shopping malls offer motorcoach drivers a special lounge with refreshments and an opportunity to read the newspaper or catch up on the news.

Special Greeting and Escort Services Most theaters and attractions will greet your group upon arrival and then provide an escort into the theater/attraction.

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Shows

Baldknobbers Jamboree

Since the Baldknobbers Jamboree opened the first show in Branson, and Shepherd of the Hills followed with its outdoor drama, live shows in Branson have been a staple of a vacation to Branson. Today, with more than 100 shows, Branson is truly the Live Music Show Capital of America!

Shows in Branson appeal to visitors of all ages, with more than 50 state-of-the-art theaters ranging from intimate 50-seat venues to 2,900-seat indoor theatrical mansions. Morning, afternoon and night, live shows offer a variety of entertainment options for all. The wide range gives everyone something to sing about, and every one of the shows is appropriate and fun for all members of the family.

There is music from nearly every era and style performed daily both by rising young entertainers and legendary stars.

The 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 composers, cowboy poets, cinematic blockbusters, ’50s heartthrobs, ’60s pop bands, and today’s Top 40 artists can be enjoyed from early morning until late at night in Branson.

Several internationally famous performers call Branson home, as do scores of ensemble production shows featuring large casts of singers, dancers and musicians. State-ofthe-art productions, world-class tribute shows, and famous impersonators add to an eclectic mix of entertainment. We like to say that we have “more stars per square foot than anywhere else in the universe!”

Entire families of entertainers headline shows in Branson and continue a time-honored tradition pioneered by the Mabe family of the Baldknobbers and the Presley family of Presleys’ Country Jubilee.

Comedians are a Branson mainstay, both as headliners and as specialty acts during zany variety shows. Peals of laughter can be heard throughout Branson as hilarious comedy that the whole family can enjoy together tickles the funnybone at Jim

Stafford, Paul Harris and the Hamner Barber shows.

International shows broaden the scope of entertainment diversity. These shows inject cultural flavor through their music, dance, acrobatics, costuming and sets. Each April, Silver Dollar City presents World-Fest, bringing in hundreds of performers from around the world. Branson is truly a melting pot of international entertainment with Acrobats of China, The Legend of Kung Fu, Yakov and more.

Morning shows such as Buck Trent and Amazing Pets are as popular as ever in Branson, as are dinner shows. From Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede to the Circle B Chuckwagon Supper Show, there are several shows that offer a meal, so check with the theater. Multi-million dollar Sight and Sound Theatres, with “Joseph,” and Waltzing Waters shows are presented in unique venues that add to your vacation experience.

Student performance groups have a unique opportunity to perform onstage at any one of a number of theaters in Branson.

Student group travel planners can make arrangements for their band, choir, show choir or other performance groups to appear in front of a live audience in a pre-show performance.

It’s easy to meet the stars in Branson because many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and 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 make your acquaintance!

Many of the performers will greet groups before or after the show and will make personal visits to the motorcoach, van or bus after the show. Groups are often recognized from the stage at intermission or before the show. All the theaters listed in this guide offer designated motorcoach parking. For a complete list of shows, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

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#1 Hits of the 60’s

3446 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-1968, Toll Free: 877-339-1960 Fax: 417-339-1969, 1hitsofthe60s.com

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Hamner Barber

#1 hits of the 60’s award-winning 10th Anniversary Show! 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 a special tribute to our veterans. And yes... there may even be an Elvis sighting!

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Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

2 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

Food Service

Handicapped Access

Group Rate Min.

3 Redneck Tenors The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-336-1333 theamericanatheatre.com

A Neil Diamond Tribute The Branson Star Theater 3750 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local:417-464-8497, Fax: 417-332-0144 www.aneildiamondtribute.com

A Tribute to Red Skelton

The Mansion Theatre 189 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 Local:417-239-3057, Toll Free: 866-707-4100 Fax: 417-239-3058, themansiontheatre.com

Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus

New Shanghai Theatre 645 St. Hwy.165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8888, Toll Free: 877-212-4462 Fax: 417-239-1708, AcrobatsOfChina.com

Celebrating 75 Years of Entertainment Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4626, Toll Free: 888-400-3001 Fax: 417-337-9627, andywilliams.com

Branson’s newest hit show is moving to the Strip in 2012 to headline at the Americana Theatre. This family - friendly show is a feast of musical delight and down home laughs. Join these classically trained singing cousins on an incredible musical journey you won’t ever forget.

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Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Mar - Dec.

Experience the feel of Neil in this 80 minute, non - stop show that tells Neil Diamond’s life through his songs from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s. Sing along to favorites like: Sweet Caroline, Craklin Rosie, America, Holly Holy, Play Me, Song Sung Blue... and many more.

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Tom Mullica’s one - man tribute show is a living, breathing, giggling, representation of Red Skelton. Tom has eerily and Tom Mullica’s Red Skelton Tribute happily integrated Skelton’s persona with his own. He faithfully captures the gentleness, sweetness and improvisational aspects of Red Skelton, effortlessly becoming the Red - That -Was while simultaneously inventing a Red - That Would - Have - Been.

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Tue. - Fri. with select 1:00 p.m. shows Mar.-Dec.

10 a.m.

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Over 40 Chinese Acrobats in a revolving line-up of internationally award-winning acts showcase classic Chinese dance and physical performance art. “The Acrobats of China 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

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2012 Will Be Huge! Plan to visit the Andy Williams Moon River Theatre in 2012 to see all the fantastic guests that will be celebrating Andy’s 75 years of entertainment! With seven different stars in seven different weeks, you won’t want to miss who we have coming to Branson in the fall.

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3 p.m. & 8 p.m.

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7:30 p.m.

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Group Rate Min.

Christmas With The Lennon Sisters

Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4626, Toll Free: 888-400-3001 Fax: 417-337-9627, andywilliams.com

The Andy Williams Christmas Show

Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4626, Toll Free: 888-400-3001 Fax: 417-337-9627, andywilliams.com

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This new production features singers, dancers, a choir and special guest stars making this the largest Christmas Show in Branson and one of the most popular shows in the country! Conceived and produced by Andy Williams, this spectacular show is sure to exceed your expectations... and we wouldn’t expect anything less from Mr. Christmas, himself!

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Barry Williams up close and personal!

This unique production will take you down memory lane with an intimate portrait of William’s life and the Brady Bunch phenomenon. Barry, with his live band will display his showmanship and Brady Brunch - The Yakov Smirnoff Theater endless talent as you dine in style. Join Barry for brunch. Get to know the “real” 470 State Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-1234, Toll Free: 866-Eat-Free Greg Brady!

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2835 W. 76 Country Blvd. Box 1, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4528, Toll Free: 800-998-8908 Fax: 417-334-4526, baldknobbers.com

Fax: 417-336-4102, yakov.com

2 p.m.

Nov. - Dec.

Branson’s first show started in 1959. Today the 2nd & 3rd generation carry on the family tradition of great country music and side-splitting comedy with an all new show each year! In 2011, the Baldknobbers original costumes, instruments and artifacts were added to the permanent collection of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.

Baldknobbers Jamboree Show

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7:30 pm

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Andy Williams Moon River Theatre 2500 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4626, Toll Free: 888-400-3001 Fax: 417-337-9627, andywilliams.com

Bus Parking

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This a capella vocal band as seen on NBC The Sing Off delivers a performance that will have you “purring” with excitement!

These vocalists will wow you with their skills, woo you with their charm and win you over with their showmanship. No instrument necessary - they only use their voices.

The Cat’s Pajamas

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“America’s Sweethearts of Song” grew up in front of the camera, performing for 13 years on LIVE television as part of the Lawrence Welk Show and sang for seven presidents. The sisters even have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and are inductees to the Vocal Group Hall of Fame!

Comp. Policy

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Branson Variety Theater

2701 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7910, Toll Free: 888-462-7267 Fax: 417-335-8175, bransonvarietytheater.com

Buck Trent Country Music Show

RFD-TV The Theatre 4080 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5428, Toll Free: 800-764-9324 Fax: 417-334-8839, BuckTrent.com

Buckets N Boards

Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024, claycoopertheatre.com

Cassandré The Voice of an Angel

The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-336-1333 theamericanatheatre.com

Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express

Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024, claycoopertheatre.com

Branson Variety Theater Presents Hollywood’s Greatest Song & Dance Come to Life on Stage Hooray for Hollywood.

This show will be a Doo-Wop complete with Poodle Skirts & Bobby Socks. Shake Rattle & Roll. The Amazing Harmonies of The Twelve Irish Tenors and The Elaborate & Festive Holiday Celebration of Hollywood’s Christmas Spectacular.

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Enjoy Country Music Mornings with Buck Trent and his All-Star Cast. You’ve seen two-time CMA Instrumentalist of the Year, Premier Five-String Banjo Picker Buck Trent on the Porter Wagoner Show, Hee Haw, and more; now see his toe-tappin’, hand-clappin’ show filled with live country, bluegrass, gospel, and hilarious humor.

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Matt and Gareth have handcrafted a hilarious and high-energy show chockfull of precise percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive instrumentation and unique musical talent. Buckets N’ Boards is a comedy duo that is unrivaled anywhere in Branson... or the universe! Their show is an experience for all ages from 1 to 91!

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Cassandré The Voice of an Angel is Branson’s smash Hit! The show features Cassandre’s profoundly beautiful voice and the largest live orchestra in Branson. As if that were not enough, Cassadrés alter ego, Aunt Erma, entertains with hilarious original comedy! Don’t miss it!

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Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express is more than just country music! Clay and his cast of 22 veteran entertainers light up the stage with singin’, dancin’, gunslingin’, rope twirlin’, percussion and hysterical comedy! The variety is endless in this two-hour high energy performance making this show FUN for all ages.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

10 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Feb. - Dec.

10 a.m.

Mar. - Dec.

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Comedy Jamboree

Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1975, Toll Free:888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829

Doug Gabriel’s #1 Hits Tribute Show

P.O. Box 6187, Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-337-8300, Toll Free: 800-954-8554 Fax: 417-337-8384, douggabriel.com

Down Home Country Show

Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1975, Toll Free:888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829

Dutton Family Theater Complex 3454 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2772 Toll Free: 888-388-8661

Grand Jubilee

Grand Country Music Hall 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1975, Toll Free:888-506-6283 Fax: 417-336-5829

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Don’t miss this comedy and musical extravaganza! 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!

Show features Male Vocalist of the Year Doug Gabriel, his family and cast singing the number one hits of over 35 different artists such as Tom Jones, Reba, Roy Orbison, Taylor Swift, Alabama and many others. Comedian “J” captivates the audience with his antics.

The Down Home Country Show is the best 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.

Comp. Policy

Bus Parking

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3 p.m.

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Mar. - Dec.

10 a.m.

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Stunning, energetic, fun and unbelievably talented, The Duttons have the show you won’t want to miss! Groups and individuals alike rave about this show. You’ve seen them on television, now experience them live in Branson. To quote Simon Cowell, “I loved it! I absolutely loved it!”

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Voted Best Variety Show, audiences fall in love with the tight harmonies and dynamic performances of Branson’s Best Quartet, New South! From country and handclapping Gospel, to decades of Rock & Roll favorites, the Grand Jubilee will surpass expectations of any age. It’s Branson’s most entertaining show... ask anybody!

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Apr. - May Sept. - Dec.

2 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Apr. - Dec.

7:30 p.m.

Jan. - Dec.

Food Service

Handicapped Access

Group Rate Min.

Hughes Brothers Christmas Show

Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076, Toll Free: 800-422-0076 Fax: 417-337-8400, HughesBrothersTheatre.com

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Hughes Brothers Theatre 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0076, Toll Free: 800-422-0076 Fax: 417-337-8400, itBranson.com

This show is a triumph of everything you want to feel at Christmas time. The Hughes Brothers and their families create a winter wonderland filled with the season’s best vocal harmonies, festive surprises, inspiring instrumentals, treasured family traditions, and even a live nativity. The most moving Christmas presentation you’ve ever witnessed. it… little word… BIG SHOW! it – where over 50 amazing singers, dancers, and musicians combine their astonishing scope of talents to create Branson’s Ultimate Entertainment Experience. it features an award-winning cast including the Hughes Brothers and their families. When booking, use promo code Planit, receive a free meal with each regular priced group ticket.

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Joseph does such an incredible job recreating the moves, the look and the sound of Elvis Presley, that you will think you are watching the King himself! Joseph Hall’s Rock N Remember Tribute is a full Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock N Remember Tribute production show backed by an incredible The Americana Theatre live band, featuring the greatest hits of 2905 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 the King of Rock N Roll

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3440 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8080, Toll Free: 800-677-8533 Fax: 417-335-2643, JimStafford.com

Bus Parking

Show Times & Season

Food Service

Handicapped Access

10 a.m, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Nov. - Dec.

Get ready to rock and roll (with laughter)! During the first half of the show experience live classic rock-n-roll from Branson’s Best Rockers – ROCKIT! Then hold on to your seat as Jim Stafford delivers a wild ride of fun during an hour of uncontrollable laughter and awesome guitar playing.

Jim Stafford’s Rock-n-Comedy Jam

Comp. Policy

10 a.m, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Jan. - Oct.

3 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

2 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-336-1333 theamericanatheatre.com

Kirby VanBurch Show

Kirby VanBurch Theatre 2353 St Hwy 248, Branson MO 65616 417-337-5019, Toll Free: 877-895-9687 Fax: 417-337-5041, KirbyVanBurch.com

“…one of America’s Best Magic Shows” – Travel Channel A thrill-asecond production! See jaw-dropping illusions, astonishing levitation, Royal White Tigers, up-close sleight of hand plus experience Kirby’s whimsical rapport! Take a backstage tour with Kirby’s Big Cats - Free with each regular priced group ticket, use Promo code GRPCVB.

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Legends in Concert

1600 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-3003. Toll Free: 800-374-7469 Fax: 417-332-1205, legendsinconcert.com

Marty Haggard A Tribute to Merle Haggard “My Dad”

Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024, claycoopertheatre.com

Pierce Arrow Theater

3069 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-8742, Toll Free: 877-687-4241 Fax:417-348-1140, piercearrowtheater.com

Presleys’ Country Jubilee

2920 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4874, Toll Free: 800-335-4874 Fax:417-334-5779, presleys.com

Red, Hot & Blue!

Clay Cooper Theatre 3216 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7123, Toll Free: 888-222-8910 Fax: 417-334-3024, claycoopertheatre.com

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Legends in Concert - The World’s Greatest Live Tribute Show - is located at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater. This stateof-the-art theater is home to our awardwinning musical extravaganza featuring live recreations of the greatest superstars of yesterday and today. Legends also offers a themed, catered dinner package creating memories for your group.

Marty is proud of his dad, Merle Haggard and the accomplishments he has achieved as an entertainer and now plans to perform a tribute to his dad in a 2-hour performance. Marty understands the powerful songwriting of his father and does an amazing job capturing the lyrics and interpreting his dad’s heartfelt songs.

The Pierce Arrow Show, Branson’s Hottest ticket in 2012, celebrates with its best show ever! Features: Branson’s Hottest Male Vocal Group, you’ll love the smooth sounds, rockin’ Gospel and patriotic medleys. Branson’s funniest comedian Jarrett Dougherty. Amazing female vocalists Kim Boyce and Desta. Pierce Arrow for Branson’s Hottest Show!

The Presley Family proudly presents four generations of entertainment featuring Country Favorites, Southern Gospel and Hilarious Comedy. Regis Philbin says “A really magnificently talented family, when you come to Branson you’ve got to see their show.” Don’t miss Branson’s Original Show on the strip... Presleys’ Country Jubilee.

Red, Hot...& Blue! is a high-energy, LIVE singing and dancing, musical journey through the decades! With awardwinning costumes, hilarious wigs, quick moving choreography and precise vocal harmonies, seven of Branson’s most versatile entertainers bring back memories of the roaring 20’s, Sock Hoppin’ 50’s, 70’s Disco and much more!

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Feb. - Dec.

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SIX

Mickey Gilley Theatre 3455 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-3210, Toll Free: 877-Six-Show Fax: 417-334-3266, thesixshow.com

The Haygoods

RFD-TV The Theatre 4080 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-336-1333 thehaygoods.com

The Joey Riley Show

Music City Center 1835 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4484, Toll Free: 877-750-Joey Fax: 417-334-6114, joeyriley.net

The Legend of Kung Fu

2255 Gretna Road, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2396, Fax: 417-334-4905 kungfubranson.com

Awarded “Entertainers of the Year” by BransonCritic.com, SIX combines the musical showmanship and boundless energy of six remarkable brothers. Their intense high-octane energy, electrifying stage presence and powerhouse vocals combine to create a truly amazing entertainment experience. SIX Voices - ZERO Instruments - ALL Musical!

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Celebrating 20 years in 2012. The Haygoods bring the house down night after night with powerful harmonies and incredible performances, over 20 different instruments with their astonishing vocal blend. Incredible variety of songs and pure musical talent. The Haygood Family Show will blow you away!

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Joey Riley, Mickey Gilley’s side kick, showcases his comedy & musical talents.

Joey has been making people laugh the past 23 years in Branson. Joining him on stage is his great band, his beautiful wife/dancer Keli Roberts Riley and her dance partner Mike Bliss, with his juggling and magic antics. Fun for all ages.

Legend of Kung Fu has amazed audiences worldwide with its unique combination of Martial Arts, aerial ballet, dance and music. An inspiring story of a young boy growing to become a Kung Fu Master.

Opened the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Cast of 60, huge production and Winner of Best New Branson Show 2010.

Experience Harold Bell Wright’s epic story of love, hardship and the true meaning of life every night on our starlit stage.

It takes 80 actors, 40 horses, a flock of sheep, several guns, an actual burning The Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama log cabin and a vintage 1908 DeWitt automobile to make this live action perfor5586 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Lacal: 417-334-4161 Ex. 4620, Toll Free: 800-653-6288 mance what it is – a legend.

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7:30 p.m.

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8:30 p.m.

May - Aug. 7:30 p.m.

Sept. -Oct.

Fax: 417-334-4464, theshepherdofthehills.com

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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 The Shoji Tabuchi Show Show is a glamorous, astounding, state3260 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 of-the-art variety production rivaling the Local: 417-337-7401, Fax: 417-335-8855 excitement of Las Vegas or New York.

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The Sons of the Pioneers Dinner Show Pavilion Theatre 5586 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-4161 Ext. 4620, Toll Free: 800-653-6288, Fax: 417-334-4464 theshepherdofthehills.com

Celebrating 78 years of continuous harmonies, The Sons of the Pioneers are a true legend of the best of the western culture and music. Enjoy their beautiful western harmonies, signature hits like “Cool Waters” and “Tumbling Tumbleweed” and a hearty cowboy dinner served straight off of an authentic 1800’s chuckwagon.

A Christmas Snow Live brilliantly came to life on the Branson stage in 2011 and award-winning director Tracy J. Trost will again bring this inspirational story to Branson for the 2012 holiday season. A The Starlite Theatre - A Christmas Snow Live Christmas Snow Live is a must-see show for the whole family.

3115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616

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3 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Nov. - Dec.

Local: 417-335-6335, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336, starlitetheatre.com

The Starlite Theatre - Cirque Montage 3115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6335, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336, starlitetheatre.com

The Starlite Theatre - The Texas Tenors 3115 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6335, Toll Free: 866-991-1982 Fax: 417-335-6336, starlitetheatre.com

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The Starlite Theatre and Wonderworld present “Montage”. An extraordinary show of daring and skill with an array of acts including contortion, juggling, hand balancing, pole climbing and many other amazing acts. Guaranteed to mesmerize all ages!

Excitement for the entire family!

From John Denver to Puccini, The Texas Tenors bring their unique blend of Country, Gospel & Classical sound to the stage with breathtaking vocals, humor and cowboy charm. Their performance will leave you shouting “ENCORE” and “YEE-HAW!” America’s Got Talent top 4 finalist.

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May - Aug.

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Todd Oliver and Friends

The Americana Theatre 2905 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-339-4663, Fax: 417-336-1333 theamericanatheatre.com

Tony Orlando’s Great American Christmas Welk Resort Branson 1984 State Hwy.165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-7469, Toll Free: 800-808-9355 Fax: 417-336-3165, welkresortbranson.com

Tri-Lakes Center

2527 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-5715 Fax: 417-335-3735 trilakescenter.com

Yakov Live The Yakov Smirnoff Theater 470 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-1234, Toll Free: 866-Eat-Free Fax: 417-336-4102, yakov.com

Yakov’s Dinner Adventure

The Yakov Smirnoff Theater 470 St. Hwy. 248, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-1234, Toll Free: 866-Eat-Free Fax: 417-336-4102, yakov.com

Todd Oliver and his amazing talking dogs and comedy, delivers a show filled with a cast of characters like Pops, Miss Lilly and Joey, plus the outstanding Smiling Eyes band and Todd’s canine friends – Irving, Lucy and Elvis!

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Tony Orlando brings his incredible energy and talent to the Welk Theatre with this spectacular Christmas production. Tony is joined on stage by his outstanding band in a celebration of all that is great about the holiday season and where Santa honors the true meaning of Christmas. A perennial favorite!

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Tri-Lakes Center is the home of international stars Daniel O’Donnell and Mary Duff each November and December. Catch other legendary stars such as Don Williams, Ray Price and Mel Tillis here as well. Tri-Lakes Center hosts many faith-based conferences each year. Visit www.trilakescenter.com for a complete list of events.

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Yakov takes you on a hilarious journey of a wide-eyed immigrant adapting to America. You’ll be amazed with breathtaking authentic Russian dancers and side-splitting comedy. Yakov will tickle your funnybone and touch your heart.

You’ll laugh your Yak-off and most importantly, you will feel proud you are an American.

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Experience the laughter, excitement and triumph of this beautiful love story while enjoying a delicious meal. Sit back while you experience a multimillion-dollar Broadway-style production created, produced and narrated by Yakov Smirnoff.

The on stage spectacular features world class performers and is sure to fill your heart, soul & tummy.

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Ride The Ducks

Veterans Memorial Museum

Branson IMAX

Attractions Silver Dollar City and The Shepherd of the Hills have been around more than 50 years for family fun! There’s so much to see and do in the Branson/Lakes Area for groups of all ages and interests, whether it be on land at a world-class theme park or museum, on Table Rock Lake aboard a lunch or dinner cruise or onboard a World War II-era amphibious vehicle.

Silver Dollar City, voted the number-one theme park in the world by the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions, treats guests to an experience unlike any other. The 100-acre, 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, including PowderKeg, an explosive-launch roller coaster and The Giant Swing, a new high-flying adventure. Six themed festivals from April through December offer guests something new and exciting during each season.

Branson’s IMAX® Entertainment Complex presents original IMAX® and first-run movies in a state-of-the-art stadiumstyle theater with a 6-story screen and 22,000-watt sound system. Movies are shown at multiple times each day all year long. In addition to the IMAX® Theater, the complex includes McFarlain’s Family Restaurant, a food court, a live music theater, shops and three 35-mm movie screens.

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show is a full-scale production set in a 35,000-square-foot arena featuring tons of stampeding American buffalo and longhorns, 32 horses, racing pigs and ostriches, and dozens of talented singers, dancers, trick riders and costume-clad servers who bring to life Dolly’s story of America.

Stone Hill Winery offers guests of all ages a free hour-long tour and presentation on the winemaking process. Mount Pleasant Winery offers visitors award-winning wines and the unique opportunity to bottle your own wine. Lindwedel Wine Garden has their tasting room located on MO 265 overlooking Branson.

Seeing the famous Hwy. 76 “Strip” and Table Rock Lake is a blast for everyone in the group in a Ride the Ducks World War II-era amphibious vehicle. Duck captains offer entertaining

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commentary on the notable sights, layout and history of the area. Tour historic downtown Branson and splash into Lake Taneycomo at their second location on the Branson Landing.

The Track offers go-kart tracks, amusement games, miniature golf, bumper boats, snack bars and other indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities for fun-seeking children and adults.

Branson Scenic Railway takes passengers on a narrated trip from historic downtown Branson through the rugged countryside south into Arkansas or north to Galena, MO. Titanic sailed away one hundred years ago and was lost on April 14, 1912. In Branson, “The World’s Largest Museum Attraction” features recreations of first-class staterooms, third-class 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 or two new fabulous attractions on Lake Taneycomo, The Branson Lake Queen and The Branson Landing Princess. White Water is the area’s largest outdoor water park, open May through September.

From the neon glow of world-famous Highway 76 to the pristine Ozark Mountains, there’s a lot to see in the Branson area – and lots of unique ways to see it. Climb 225 stairs (or ride the elevator) to the top of Inspiration Tower at Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead for a magnificent view of the area. Or zip down off the tower and over the treetops on the new Vigilante ZipRider.

Dozens of military, art, pop culture and nature museums in the area offer guided and self-guided tours, gift shops, snack bars and group admission prices. Student education groups and vacationers alike can choose from places such as the Toy Museum, Bonniebrook (home of the Kewpie dolls), Hollywood Wax Museum, Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks, Ripley’s Believe it or Not!, the Veterans Memorial Museum and the Dinosaur Museum and Haunted House.

These are just a few of the attractions available to visitors in the Branson area. No matter the size, age or interest of the group, there’s something for everyone in Branson. For a complete list of attractions, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

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All About Branson Tours 1440 State Hwy. 248 Ste. Q116 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-598-0165 NJTown@aol.com

Branson Landing Cruises 7 North Boardwalk, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-239-3980, Toll Free: 866-382-6287 BransonLandingCruises.com

Branson Professional Tour Guide Assoc.

Experience my entertaining Branson area tour and hear how it all began! I’ll greet and escort your clients in transportation provided by you or my company. Other service include costumed characters/guides for speaking engagements at banquets and special events. No group is too big or small.

Let us put the fun in your tour!

Branson Landing Cruises is located in downtown Branson, MO. Our luxurious 149 passenger vessels, the Landing Princess Yacht and the Lake Queen Paddleboat are available for Breakfast, Lunch, Sightseeing, Cocktail, Dinner and Moonlight Cruises. All Cruises watch the spectacular $7.5 million Fire, Water and Sound show after cruising beautiful Lake Taneycomo.

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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.

Year Round

Ride in the style of a bygone era in restored railcars through the Ozark foothills. Excursion is narrated and photo opportunities exist. Departures from the depot in historic downtown Branson. Continental breakfast, lunch and concessions available. Dinner train at 5 p.m. Saturday nights April through Dec. Returns in time for 8 p.m. shows.

9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m.

(4:30 p.m. seasonal) Mar. - Dec. Dinner Train Sat. Nights Apr. - Oct.

P.O. Box 1792, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-848-3283 bransonprofessionaltourguideassoc.com

Branson Scenic Railway 206 E. Main St., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-6110, Toll Free: 800-287-2462 Fax: 417-336-1459; bransontrain.com

Branson Zipline Canopy Tours

Wolfe Creek Preserve 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; BransonZipline.com

World Class Eco-Adventure! All ages soar through trees, past rugged bluffs, above the forest on Ozarks Xplorer and Flying Prospector Zipline Canopy Tours (guided excursions across numerous zip lines, sky bridges, and platforms).

Adrenaline junkies love Blue Streak Fast Line & Freefall Xpress. Safety certified Guides & Course. Private Party, Group Meeting spaces available.

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Branson’s Circle B Supper Show 200 Jess Jo Parkway, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-1828, Toll Free: 800-678-6179 Fax: 417-336-3678; CircleBShow.com

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Supper, Singin’ and Western Wit! Cowboy movies & free popcorn with a shootout each night. The Horn clan cooks, serves & performs! Sweet harmonies, rollicking 15 humor, sibling rivalry and fun pranks including the whole audience. New for 2012 Tribute to Ireland & Scotland!

Think Big. Imagine a film screen 6-stories tall, 83-feet wide and so lifelike you’ll reach for it! Add to that 22,000 watts of digital Branson IMAX® Entertainment Complex quality and a 44-speaker surround sound 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy., Branson, MO 65616 and you’ll feel as if you’re in the middle of Local: 417-335-3533 all the action!

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4:15 - 7:00 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

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Toll Free: 800-419-4832 Group ext.: 147 Fax: 417-336-5348, bransonimax.com

Butterfly Palace & Rainforest Adventure 4106 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-2231, Fax: 417-332-2232 thebutterflypalace.com

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

2038 W. State Hwy. 86, Lampe, MO 65681 Local: 417-779-5983, Fax: 417-779-5363 dogwoodcanyon.org

Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction

1525 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-7974, Toll Free: 800-520-5101 Fax: 417-339-4350 dixiestampede.com/branson.php

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At The Butterfly Palace groups of all ages can go on the adventure of a lifetime! See thousands of live exotic butterflies. Watch an educational movie, explore the living rainforest science center and navigate the Emerald Forest Mirror Maze. The true adventurer can even climb a 20’ coconut tree!

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Opportunities await you within this amazing 2,200 acre slice of Ozarks paradise.

Choose from Walking or Biking, Guided Tram, Jeep and Segway Tours, Trout Fishing and Horseback Riding. Enjoy lunch and shop the general store. The park is a great place for events, such as customized tours with streamside meals.

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Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction is about to take you on a wild ride highlighted by 32 magnificent horses, Stampede of Buffalo, trick riders, hilarious racing pigs, music and comedy, plus a fabulous four course feast! Owner, Dolly Parton guarantees its “Branson’s Most Fun Place to Eat!” She guarantees it!

9 a.m 5 p.m.

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8:30 a.m. 5 p.m.

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Hollywood Entertainment Center 3030 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-337-8700 Fax: 417-334-8202 hollywoodentertainmentcenter.com

Mount Pleasant Winery

3125 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-9463, Fax: 417-336-9167 mountpleasant.com

Ride the Ducks 2320 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-266-7600, Toll Free: 877-887-8225 Fax: 417-266-7611, bransonducks.com

Showboat Branson Belle®

4800 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8069 showboatbransonbelle.com

Sight and Sound Theatres 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-7900, Toll Free: 866-272-4253 Fax: 417-335-7923, sight-sound.com

Pick Your Fun, Save a Ton!! Head to the giant ape for Branson’s new, must-do activities.

Enjoy marvelous wax figures on movie sets, a mysterious 5-D theater ride, mini golfing while becoming a Hollywood star and freeing Princess Hannah from her fateful maze.

VIP welcome and unforgettable pictures.

Group bookings are easy and flexible.

Award-winning wines, beautiful facility and outstanding service! Our group options include: (1) A wonderful and enlightening Wine 101 Class that includes pairing with cheese and chocolates, (2) Bottle your own Dessert Wine; and (3) Free private tasting.

Experience the world of wine at Missouri’s 3rd oldest winery.

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Nov. 1 - Jan. 3 8 am. - 10 p.m.

Jan. 3 - Mar. 1 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

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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.

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Let’s go Showboatin’ aboard Branson’s Only Entertainment Dining Cruise – the 700seat 1890’s paddle wheel, Showboat Branson Belle! Each voyage features a beautiful two-hour cruise on Table Rock Lake, threecourse meal and dynamic stage show – ENCORE – featuring world-class performers! (Ask about added value packages.)

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New on the Sight & Sound stage - the never before seen, original production, Joseph!

With innovative dream sequences, lavish Egyptian staging, colorful characters, live animals and memorable songs. This energy-packed show will leave you laughing, crying and uplifted with the life-changing message of forgiveness

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Mon - Sat 8:30 a.m. - Dusk Sun. 10 a.m. 6 p.m.

Year Round

Mar. - Dec. Frequent Departures Daily

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Noon, 4 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Mar. - Dec.

3:30 & 7:30 p.m.

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Silver Dollar City®

399 Silver Dollar City Parkway, Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8069 silverdollarcity.com

Stone Hill Winery

601 State Hwy. 165, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1897 Toll Free: 888-926-9463 Fax: 417-334-1942 stonehillwinery.com/locations/branson

The Track Family Fun Parks 4 Locations in Branson, MO Local: 417-334-1612 Toll Free: 877-867-1612 Fax: 417-334-1512 bransontracks.com

Titanic Museum Attraction

3235 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-9500 Toll Free: 800-381-7670 Fax: 417-334-5128 titanicbranson.com

White Water®

3505 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 800-618-9283 Fax: 417-338-8069 bransonwhitewater.com

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The Midwest’s Best Theme Park features its Biggest Entertainment Lineup Ever! Thrill to 30 rides and attractions, 40 live shows, over 100 demonstrating craftsmen, 60 unique shops, 17 award-winning restaurants, a Culinary & Craft School and 8 special events.

(Ask about added value packages.)

2012 is the year of “Titanic!” Centennial of the ship’s maiden voyage! A one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Walk the million-dollar Grand Staircase, touch an iceberg, feel the cold water, 400 artifacts, listen to actual survivors tell their Titanic stories. USA Today says...”not to be missed!”

Your Nearby Island Adventure features over 2 million gallons of water-filled rides and attractions on 12 tropical acres! With a 500,000-gallon wave pool, 7-story zoom flume, super speed slides and more, you won’t find a bigger or better way to beat the heat. (Ask about added value packages.)

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Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. - Dusk

FREE TOURS. AWARD-WINNING WINES. Treat your senses. See how we make Cream Sherry and watch our bottler put the bubbles in our Spumante. Hear a few winemaker’s jokes, swirl, sniff and taste our famous wines and juices. Take home a custom laseretched gift or souvenir. We pack and load your purchase. Serving Branson for 25 years.

Family Fun 4 Stories High! Experience 3 unique high-rise go-kart tracks, including the newest Heavy Metal High Rise and the 2 wooden tracks, Wild Woody and the Lumber Jack. Also enjoy classic go-karts for all ages, laser tag, bumper boats, bumper cars, thrill rides, mini golf, arcades, food and sweet treats.

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Wolfe Creek Preserve 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, BransonZipline.com

Branson Auto Museum

World Class Eco-Adventure! Wolfe Creek Preserve features 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 shopping at Wolfe Creek Station. Private Party & Group Meeting spaces available.

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Hollywood Wax Museum

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branson lodging map 1st Inn Branson (135).............................. D-7 Acorn Acres Villas (106)............................C-2 All American Inn and Suites (103)..........F-6 Alpine Lodge (78)......................................E-2 Amazing Branson Cabins (150)............E-11 Amazinn & Suites (136)........................... D-6 Angel Inn (18)............................................E-7 Antlers Resort (80)....................................E-3 Artilla Cove Resort (83)............................E-3 Baldknobbers Motor Inn (38)................ D-6 Barrington Hotel (26)...............................C-8 Bavarian Village Resort (77)....................E-2 Baymont Inn and Suites (100)..............E-10 Bayside at Stillwaters Resort (96)...........F-2 Best Western Center

Pointe Inn (36)............................. D-6 Best Western Landing View (102).........E-11 Best Western Music Capital Inn (59)..... D-6 Best Western next to SDC (139)..............C-2 Big Cedar Lodge (68)................................ J-6 Blue Bayou (51)......................................... D-5 Boxcar Willie Hotel (142)......................... D-5 Bradford House (123)...............................F-7 Bradford Inn (60)...................................... D-4 Bradford on the Lake (85)........................F-2 Branson KOA &

Convention Center (122).............F-5 Branson Motor Court (143)....................I-12 Branson Ozark View Condo (130)...........B-2 Branson Towers Hotel (29).......................C-8 Branson Vacation Inn (47).......................E-6 Branson Yellow Rose

Inn & Suites (31)............................F-6 Branson’s Best (45)....................................E-6 Brookwood Inn (141)................................E-6 Cabins at Grand Mountain (108)........... D-7 Cabins at Green Mountain (114)........... D-5 Calm Waters Resort (129)....................... D-2 Camden Hotel &

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Conference Center (65).............. G-4 Clarion Hotel (40)......................................E-6 Classic Motor Inn (144)............................C-6 Colonial Mountain Inn (113)...................C-2 Comfort Inn & Suites (25)........................C-8 Comfort Inn at

Thousand Hills (23)......................E-7 Comfort Inn West (55)............................. D-5 Compton Ridge (54).................................C-4 Cooper Creek Resort (117)..................... G-8 Cottage Resort (94)...................................F-2 Days Inn (63)..............................................E-5 Deer Run Motel (104).............................. D-3 D’Monaco Luxury Resort (105)............... J-4 Dockers Inn (111)......................................E-6 Dooley Lodges & Resort (76)..................E-3 Dutton Family Inn (161).......................... D-5 Eagle View Cottages (90).........................F-3 Eagle’s Nest Resort (75)............................E-3 Executive Timbers Resort (151).............. J-6 Fairfield Inn (48)....................................... D-6 Fall Creek Inn & Suites (67)......................F-5 Four Seasons Inn (5).................................E-9 Foxborough Inn & Suites (145)...............C-8 Foxfire Resort (79).....................................E-2 Gazebo Inn (16).........................................E-7

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Motel & Suites (9).........................E-8 Ozark Mountain Inn (6)............................E-9 Ozark Regal Hotel (1)................................E-6 Ozark Trout Resort (109)......................... G-9 Ozark Valley Inn (147)..............................C-6 Peach Tree Inn (148).................................E-8 Peppertree at Thousand Hills (154).......F-7 Pointe Royale Condominium

Resort & Golf Course (98)........... G-5 Quality Inn (42)..........................................E-6 Quality Inn (58)......................................... D-6 Radisson Hotel (17)...................................E-7 Rainbow Haven (126)............................ A-13 Ramada Inn (7)..........................................E-9 Ramada Limited (72)................................C-6 Red Roof Inn (155)....................................E-7 Residence Inn (21).....................................E-8 Rock Lane Resort (137)............................F-3 Rockwood Resort (84)..............................F-3 Rosebud Inn (120).................................... D-7 Savannah House (27)................................C-8 Scenic Hills Inn (30)...................................C-6 SDC Wilderness (73)................................. D-4 Seven Gables Inn (49)...............................E-6 Southern Oaks Inn (57)............................C-6 Spinning Wheel (62).................................E-5 Stillwater Resort (86)................................F-2 Stone Castle Hotel (43).............................E-6 StoneBridge Resort (97)...........................B-2 Stonewall West Motor Inn (3)..............D-10 Stormy Point Village (158)...................... D-4 Suites at Fall Creek (69)........................... G-5 Super 8 Motel (20).....................................E-7 Super 8 Motel (44).....................................E-6 The Village at Indian Point (88)..............F-3 Thousand Hills

Golf Club & Resort (22)................E-7 Trail’s End Resort (92)...............................F-3 Treehouse Condo Resort (138)...............E-3 Tribesman Resort (93)............................. G-2 Twelve Oaks (61)...................................... D-5 Twin Oaks Resort (156)........................... D-1 Vickory Resort (157).................................. I-5 Water’s Edge Cabins

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The Branson/Lakes Area has over 18,000 lodging units ranging from four-star 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, and family-style restaurants.

No matter what your group’s budget or lodging preference, the Branson area 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-front condos. Many area properties stay open year ’round and offer reduced rates for groups and individuals in January, February and March during Hot Winter Fun. Amenities visitors can expect to find at area lodging properties include everything from full-service marinas with houseboat rentals for group 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 motorcoaches at select properties.

Many area lodging properties have meeting space for groups of 15 up to 4,000, with banquet facilities, outdoor pavilions, 24-hour front desks, and shuttle service to and from area attractions.

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Baymont Inn & Suites

Two new luxury hotels await your group with the Hiltons of Branson, both located downtown near Lake Taneycomo. The Hilton Promenade in the new Branson Landing shopping and entertainment district features 243 oversized guest rooms and suites with spectacular views of Lake Taneycomo. The Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel is connected to the Branson Convention Center and features 293 guest rooms and suites in a 12-story glass tower.

The Branson Convention Center is one of the most dynamic convention centers in the country and is a world-class facility featuring 220,000-sq.-feet of flexible meeting space including two exhibit halls totaling 50,000-sq.-feet which connects to a 23,000-sq.-foot ballroom. The convention center offers a wide range of services, including complete onsite catering, top-tier audio visual services, event management, business center, internet access and more.

Branson Landing features a scenic boardwalk along the 1.5-mile Taneycomo lakefront. At the heart of the Landing is a vibrant town square terracing down to the $7.5 million spectacular water attraction that features a merging of water, fire, light and music. You will be amazed by the dazzling interplay of water fountains shooting 120-foot geysers and fire cannons blasting, all choreographed with light and music.

For a complete list of lodgings and accomodations, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

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Amazinn & Suites 3311 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-2300, Fax: 417-336-4165 Amazing-Branson-Hotels.com

Angel Inn 2350 Green Mountain Drive Branson, MO 65616 Local:417-334-6500, Fax: 417-334-6506 angelinnofbranson.com

Baldknobbers Motor Inn 2843 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7948, Fax:417-334-7232 baldknobbers.com

Barrington Hotel & Suites

Barrington Hotel & Suites

263 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8866, Toll Free: 800-760-8866 Fax: 417-336-2585, barringtonhotel.com

Simply Amazing! Large rooms, kings, mini-suites, double queens, Jacuzzis even three queen rooms with pillow top beds, fridge/micro, hair dryers, coffee makers and Free Wi-Fi. Enjoy our hot buffet-style breakfast, outdoor pool and hot tub, guest computer and snack shop. Reserved motor coach parking on a flat site.

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Located in the heart of Branson’s theatre district and right next door to the Baldknobbers Show; walking distance to 9 shows and shopping, plus Baldknobbers has level parking; an outdoor pool, kids stay free and free in-room coffee all with the quality you expect from Branson’s First Family - The Baldknobbers.

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Next to Silver Dollar City with free shuttle to the park, deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool, kiddie pool, Jacuzzi, game room, conference, meeting and banquet rooms. Hotel features Best Western Branson Inn & interior corridors with an elevator. All Conference Center rooms have a private balcony! We are 8514 Hwy. 76, Branson West, MO 65737 located 1/2 mile from Silver Dollar City Local: 417-338-2141, Toll Free: 800-868-6625 and 4 miles from all of Branson.

Fax: 417-338-8320, BestWesternBransonInn.com

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Sleep like an angel on our European style pillow top beds, all rooms have fridge/ micro, hair dryer, iron and board, 32” TV’s, coffee makers and Free Wi-Fi. Enjoy our hot buffetstyle breakfast, elevator, guest computer, indoor pool and hot tub.

Reserved motor coach parking and dump station.

The Barrington Hotel & Suites offers convenient luxury at an affordable rate.

We have indoor corridors, handicap accessible rooms, deluxe hot continental breakfast, indoor pool & hot tub, free wireless internet, fitness center and more. Our new décor provides an exquisite lobby, featuring hardwood floors and stone fireplace with connecting sitting room.

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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.

Best Western Center Pointe Inn Free Hot Breakfast & Montana 3215 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 Mike’s Restaurant onsite. Two Sink Local: 417-334-1894, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Vanities available.

Fax: 417-334-3437, myerhotels.com Across from the famous Shoji Tabuchi Theater and 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 each morning.

Best Western Music Capital Inn 3257 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway This award-winning hotel is a top Branson, MO 65616 ranked TripAdvisor hotel. Indoor Local: 417-334-8378, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 Fun Center.

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Fax: 417-334-8855, myerhotels.com

Branson Towers Hotel

236 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-4500, Fax: 417-334-6838 bransontowershotel.com

Enjoy our beautiful hotel featuring oversized double queen rooms, suites and more. Offering ice cream social, free breakfast buffet, indoor 199 corridors, 3 elevators, indoor pool 3 and hot tub, meeting facilities, meeting rooms hospitality rooms, banquet facilities and free Wi-Fi. Your group will thank you for selecting the Branson Towers Hotel.

Exclusive and luxurious, The Cabins at Grand Mountain are the perfect getaway for the whole family or a distinctive corporate outing. Various cabin sizes sleep from 2 to 16 people. Located just two blocks from Country Music The Cabins at Grand Mountain Boulevard, the cabins are nestled in a 245 Wildwood Drive, Branson, MO 65616 natural Ozark setting. Meeting space Local: 417-243-2245, Toll Free:800-864-4145 available from 25 - 200.

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Camden Hotel & Conference Center is located off Hwy. 76 on Tanger Blvd., just steps away from Tanger Outlet Center. This hotel features a 6,000 sq. ft. convention center with 400 seats, suitable for almost any Camden Hotel & Conference Center group event with the conveniences 275 Tanger Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 of a prime location. You cannot go Local: 417-334-8404, Toll Free: 800-641-5660 wrong when you choose to stay Fax:417-334-3711 here. camdenhotelbranson.com 38

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Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark provides guests with an unforgettable all-in-one resort destination centrally located in Branson, with friendly service and activities. We offer indoor Castle Rock Resort & Waterpark and outdoor waterparks as well as an 3001 Green Mountain Drive on-site restaurant and spa. Our Tower Branson, MO 65616 Rooms have indoor corridors with elLocal: 417-336-6000, evators and our Atrium Rooms have Toll Free: 888-273-3919, Fax: 417-336-6008 outdoor corridors.

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2820 W. Hwy 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-7666, Toll Free: 800-725-2236 fax: 417-334-7720 clarionhotelbranson.com

Stay at the Gold Award-Winning hotel where President Bush Sr. stayed! Walk to shows! Special Spring and Fall rates.

Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast. Conference and meeting facilities from 3 to 300. Two restaurants, lounge, handicap rooms, level parking. Great location - just 2 miles west on Hwy. 76 next to The Grand Village.

“2011 Comfort Inn of the Year” You’ll be amazed with the mountain lodge atmosphere creating a unique lodging experience unlike any other in Branson. Discover our million-dollar views of the Ozarks near Sight & Sound Theater, The Mansion Theater Comfort Inn & Suites and others. Free hot breakfast, in5150 Gretna Rd., Branson, MO 65616 door pool, hot tub, sauna and many Local: 417-335-4731, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 more amenities.

Fax: 417-335-3697, Myerhotels.com The 2011 Platinum Award-winning Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills is the only Branson resort hotel overlooking the Thousand Hills Golf Course.

Relax in our indoor pool, hot tub, sauna or enjoy the sun deck. Near Andy Williams and Branson Variety Theaters. Lonestar Steakhouse and Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills Saloon adjacent. Outstanding ser203 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-4727, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 vice and excellent amenities await your groups arrival.

Fax: 417-335-4748, Myerhotels.com The closest hotel in Branson to Silver Dollar City and Shepherd of the Hills.

Theaters like RFD-TV Theater and dining within walking distance such as Golden Corral and Cracker Barrel.

Hotel features hot tub, indoor pool Comfort Inn West and patio area. Level parking for 3601 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway buses. Experience Branson’s best Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8694, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 value. Call our group experts today.

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Minutes away from Veterans Memorial, Auto Museum, Dixie Stampede, Dick Clark Theater and Branson Landing. Select from two queen or one king spacious rooms. Deluxe continental breakfast including hot Four Seasons Inn items, free Wi-Fi, hospitality / meet1360 W. 76 Country Blvd. ing space and guest laundry. Your Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0040, Toll Free: 800-324-8745 stay with us will be memorable.

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Fax: 417-336-3618, fourseasonsbranson.com

The Grand Country Inn is located in the heart of Branson!! You’re nestled in the perfect “one-stop” place for great shopping, excellent food, Ozark’s fun and award-winning entertainment from the stage of the Grand Country Inn Grand Country Music Hall. Guests 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd. enjoy convenient rooms, spacious Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8453, Toll Free: 888-506-6279 grounds and friendly service.

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We have the experience and the dedication serving hundreds of groups and reunions every year. Located just off Hwy 76 behind Ride the Ducks, with indoor corridors, WiFi, Hot Tubs, Jacuzzi Suites. All rooms are nonGrand Oaks Hotel smoking. Our friendly and caring staff 2315 Green Mountain Dr. ensures your stay is everything you Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-6423, Toll Free: 800-627-4596 expect it to be and more!

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Fax: 417-334-6264, grandoakshotel.net

Located in the heart of Branson, offering 200 guest rooms and 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 Grand Plaza Hotel & ticket shop. Restaurant and Lounge on Convention Center 245 N. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 the 9th floor. Meeting/banquet faciliLocal: 417-336-6646, Toll Free: 800-850-6646 ties for memorable reunions!

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The Hampton Inn Branson Hills is a beautiful four-story brick and stone structure located in the picturesque Ozark Mountains in Southwest Missouri. Adjacent to the 18-hole Payne Stewart Golf Club and the Branson Hampton Inn Branson Hills Rec-Plex, the hotel is an easy drive to 200 South Payne Stewart Dr. all of Branson’s theatres and attracBranson, MO 65616 Local: 417-243-7800, Toll Free: 800-Hampton tions.

Fax: 417-243-7810, hampton.com

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Located across the street from Branson Landing and connected to the Branson Convention Center, the hotel is sleek 12-story glass structure featuring two queen or one king Hilton Branson Convention bed accommodations. Additional Center Hotel amenities include an outdoor and 200 East Main, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-5400, Toll Free: 800 - Hiltons indoor pool, fitness facility, Level 2 Steakhouse and Clear Lounge.

Fax: 417-243-3486,

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Located in Branson Landing, the area’s newest retail attraction, the hotel is the center piece and is surrounded by over 100 shops and resHilton Promenade at taurants. Guest rooms feature either Branson Landing two queen or one king bed. Addi3 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, MO 65616 tional amenities include an indoor Local: 417-336-5500, Toll Free: 800-Hiltons pool and fitness room.

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Fax: 417-243-3486, promenadeatbransonlanding.hilton.com

Discover luxury right in the heart of Branson. The Holiday Inn Express hotel is one of the nicest resort hotels in Branson, located on Green Mountain Drive near the Grand Village, Thousand Hills Golf and Branson theaters. Groups love our Holiday Inn Express 2801 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 two sink vanities, free hot breakfast, Local: 417-336-2100, Toll Free: 888-837-2537 spacious lobby and much more.

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Fax: 417-336-6319, Myerhotels.com

When both price and quality matter!

Outstanding reputation for service, quality, beauty and cleanliness. Conveniently located at West Highway 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.

FREE hot deluxe breakfast, indoor Honeysuckle Inn & Conference Center & outdoor pools, hot tub, WIFI, several nearby theaters and restaurants.

3598 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Group Vacation Packages and Ticket Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2030,Toll Free: 800-942-3553 Services are our “Specialty”! Christian Fax: 417-335-3029, honeysuckleinn.com owned and operated.

Gracious hospitality, turn of the century charm. Located in the center of Branson, close to shows, shopping and a variety of dining options. Featuring a brand new gazebo with indoor pool and spa, concierge desk, afternoon tea service, wireless high-speed internet, Hotel Grand Victorian 2325 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 game room and a deluxe continental Local: 417-336-2935, Toll Free: 800-324-8751 breakfast each morning.

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On Table Rock Lake - 2 1/2 miles to Silver Dollar City. 1-4 bedroom multibath lodges, deluxe condos, Victorian cottages and log cabins provide privacy and gathering space. Kitchens and BBQs offer savings and convenience.

3 heated pools, kiddie pools, hot Indian Point Resorts tubs, gameroom, playgrounds, docks, 71 Dogwood Park Trail, Branson, MO 65616 boats. The unique and affordable alToll Free: 800-888-1891, Local: 417-338-2250 ternative to standard motels.

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AAA Approved, convenient to shows and attractions, spacious 1-4 bedroom condominiums on a beautiful 18-hole golf course, is perfect for groups and reunions. World-Class trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo below Table Rock Pointe Royale Condominium Dam, golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor/ Resort & Golf Course 158 A Pointe Royale Dr., Branson, MO 65616 kiddie swimming pools, fitness center, Local: 417-334-5614, Toll Free: 800-962-4710 playground, picnic area, restaurant/ lounge, meeting rooms, concierge cusFax: 417-334-5620 Pointroyale.com tomized packages.

Your group will love the Quality Inn across from Shoji Tabuchi and near Pierce Arrow. Indoor and outdoor pools with jetted tub. Game room. Interior and exterior rooms. 4-story with elevator. Deluxe hot continental breakQuality Inn, Shepherd of the Hills Expy fast. Level parking and bus facilities.

3269 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Let us show your group our Southern Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6776, Toll Free: 800-245-3308 hospitality!

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Fax: 417-335-6762, qualitybranson.com

All-suite hotel in the heart of Branson. Includes complimentary hot breakfast, evening social TuesdayThursday and wireless internet access.

Amenities include: kitchen in every suite, indoor swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, business center, Residence Inn outdoor courtyard, gas grill, firepit 280 S. Wildwood Drive, Branson, MO 65616 and basketball court. Call for group Local: 417-336-4077, Toll Free: 800-331-3131 specials.

Fax: 417-336-5837, marriot.com/sgfbr

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Fax: 417-338-3507, indianpoint.com

The Kimberling Inn... Just minutes from Branson, offers guest the perfect combination of beautiful scenery and first-class accommodations. We offer all the amenities and services necesKimberling Resort & Conference Center sary for business and leisure travelers.

Our front desk is staffed 24 hours a day P.O. Box 159, Kimberling City, MO 65686 Local: 417-739-4311, Toll Free: 800-833-5551 with friendly personnel to help ensure Fax: 417-739-5174, kimberling.com you have a comfortable stay.

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Savannah House is a beautiful hotel that offers a spectacular view of the Ozark Mountains. There are 159 rooms with indoor corridors and elevators.

You will be greeted each morning with a delicious hot breakfast and reSavannah House 165 Expressway Lane, Branson, MO 65616 turn each evening to hot cobblers, soft Local: 417-339-2204, Toll Free: 800-800-2019 serve ice cream and fresh baked cookies. Meeting space available for 150.

Fax: 417.339-4051

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Scenic Hills Inn is 100% Non-Smoking and offers interior corridors with elevator, handicap access, outdoor pool and hot tub and a deluxe breakfast with fresh cinnamon rolls made daily. The rooms have 32” flat Scenic Hills Inn screen T.V. with cable, coffee maker, 2422 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway refrigerator, hair dryer, iron / ironing Branson, MO 65616 board, phone, free Wi-Fi, bathtub / Local: 417-336-8855, Toll Free:888-800-5577 shower and separate sink.

66 1 meeting room

Fax: 417-336-1346, scenichillsinn.com

Southern Oaks Inn offers great amenities at a small price. Two large conference rooms, wireless internet and extra-large guest rooms, make you feel right at home. Two pools and deSouthern Oaks Inn luxe continental breakfast satisfies a 3295 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway large number of guests. Personalized Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-8108, Toll free: 800-324-8752 Group Sales Staff can help you coordiFax: 417-335-8861 nate your stay with ease. Call for rates southernoaksinn.com today.

Recommended by Better Homes & Gardens as the ”preferred place to stay in Branson”, Still Waters Condominium Resort is your “complete destination resort”. Combining more accommodation choices, new Table Rock Lake Still Waters Condominium Resorts Front Condos along with all the activi21 Stillwater Trail, Branson, MO 65616 ties of Table Rock Lake, just minutes Local: 417-338-2323, Toll Free: 800-777-2320 from Silver Dollar City on Indian Point Fax: 417-338-8630, stillwatersresort.com Road.

StoneBridge Resort is located in an exclusive gated community. Our Conference Center has 6,000 sq.ft. of meeting space with catering.

Accommodations include studios, suites, condos, villas, lodges and paStoneBridge Resort tio homes. Amenities include golf, 50 StoneBridge Parkway Drive restaurants, pools, fitness room, Branson West, MO 65737 tennis, basketball, sand volleyball, Local: 417-332-1373, Toll Free: 866-332-1373 playgrounds, hiking trails, stocked Fax: 417-332-2540, StoneBridgeBranson.com lake and lake-side pavillion.

142 3 meeting rooms

175 1 meeting room

100 7 meeting rooms

Limited

43

Total Units

Stone Castle Hotel and Conference Center is the definition of excellent customer service and legendary hospitality. Our hotel includes top tier amenities: Full hot breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi and two indoor pools and hot tubs. Our rooms are all Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Center non-smoking with luxurious pillow3050 Green Mountain Dr., Branson, MO 65616 top beds to ensure your convenience Local: 417-335-4700, Toll Free: 800-677-6906 and comfort.

Group Rate Min

Comp.

Policy

10

1 per 20 rooms

300 7 meeting rooms

Baggage Handling

NonSmoking

Continental Breakfast

hot

Fax:417-335-4912, bransonstonecastle.com

Thousand Hills is located within minutes of shopping, restaurants, attractions and two beautiful lakes. These privately owned units range in size from Queen Suite to a four-bedroom condominium, Three banquet rooms Thousand Hills Golf & Conference Resort with patios and full-services catering menu. Amenities include pools, ten245 S. Wildwood Dr., Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-243-2245, Toll Free: 800-864-4145 nis, hot tubs, basketball court, exercise facility, grills and indoor pool.

Fax: 417-336-4724, thousandhills.com Bring your family and friends to join ours! Our full service resort includes 159 Well-Appointed Guest Rooms - Full Service Restaurant - Live Performance Theatre - Fitness and Game Rooms - Guest Laundry - Mini Golf and Playground. Also, our guests can enjoy Welk Resort Branson 1984 State Hwy.165, Branson, MO 65616 THE SPLASH-A-TORIUM - 10,000 sq.

Local: 417-336-3575, Toll Free: 800-808-9355 ft. indoor/outdoor water attraction.

Fax: 417-336-3165, welkresortbranson.com Welk Resort has it all!

Prime location in 145 wooded acres located in the heart of Branson. You can afford a resort experience at Westgate Branson Woods! Perfect setting for Motorcoach, Veteran, Family and Youth Groups. ComWestgate Branson Woods Resort fortable guest rooms and special condo 2201 Roark Valley Rd., Branson, MO 65616 and cabin accommodations. Many on-site amenities include walking trails, pavilions, Local: 417-332-3557 Toll Free: 866-610-8990 x 3112 hospitality suites and breakfast.

136 3 meeting rooms

16

1 per 20 rooms

15

1 per 20 rooms

10

Open

159 8 meeting rooms

185 7 meeting rooms

Full

wgbransonwoods.com

Whispering Hills Inn has a country, comfortable charm. Perfect location for shopping, dining and show seeing. Conveniently located near Pierce Arrow, Shoji Tabuchi, White House Theatre and Sight & Sound Theatre. Our amenities include hair Whispering Hills Inn dryers, iron / ironing boards, outdoor pool, 2346 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway Branson, MO 65616 wireless internet, a hot deluxe breakfast Local: 417-335-4922, Toll Free: 888-485-8030 plus cookies, cobbler and ice cream each Fax: 417-335-4512, whisperinghillsinn.com evening.

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1 per 20 rooms

Restaurant

Handicapped Access

Pool(s)

Elevator

Keeter Center

Hilton Convention Center Hotel

Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa

Comfort Inn West

Hilton Promenade

Savannah House

Holiday Inn Express

StoneBridge

Lodge of the Ozarks

Point Royale Condominium Resort & Golf Course

Thousand Hills Golf & Conference Resort Ripleys Believe It or Not!

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RV parks Parks & Campgrounds Whether you have the newest RV out there with all the bells and whistles, or if you are a minimalist camper roughing it with little more than the clothes on your back, Branson has the overnight availability you need to enjoy your stay in the Ozarks. Pack up and plan a Branson getaway any season of the year. Spend quality time together in one of the familyoriented RV parks or campgrounds. You can enjoy 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 three pristine lakes in the area. Most of the area’s RV parks and campground sites are located on or just minutes away from Lake Taneycomo and Table Rock Lake and are close to nearby Branson shows and attractions. Many offer WiFi and Internet access to help you keep up with emails to family and friends and most are very pet-friendly. Branson/Lakes Area RV parks and campgrounds boast a Good Sam award-winner and are often featured in Trailer Life magazine.

For a complete list of RV Parks and Campgrounds, visit ExploreBranson.com or call the Branson/Lakes Area Cham-

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ber 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.

Ozark Mountain Wildlife It’s not uncommon to see several species of wildlife within the city limits of Branson. If you visit one of the area’s lakes, rivers, parks or campgrounds you may see any number of the following types of Ozark Mountain area wildlife: deer, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks, turkey vultures, wild turkeys, great horned owls, great blue herons, tarantulas, pileated woodpeckers, quail, songbirds, red fox, squirrels, otters, beavers, minks, armadillos, opossums, roadrunners, coachwhip snakes, copperhead snakes, garter snakes, skinks, eastern collared lizards and box turtles.

Pull Thru Sites

Tent Sites

Guests rate Branson KOA “Simply the Best� in customer service, 164 facilities, amenities and location. Featuring 140 R.V. sites and a variety of cabins, cottages and lodges. Our convention center Full facility holds up to 500 people. Work with our groups and Service Branson KOA reunion planner for catering, entertainment and transportation Sites 140 397 Animal Safari Rd., Branson, MO 65616 needs.

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Compton Ridge Resort offers a variety of accommodations from 274 RV & tent sites, to cabins (fully furnished) to lodge / motel rooms.

Outdoor pavilions (2) and The Gathering Hall (A/C & Heat, seats Full 500) for meetings. Whistle Stop Cafe (seasonal) serves breakfast Service & dinner with catering available. Discount tickets to shows and Sites 192 attractions.

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We are located within walking distance to shows, restaurants & 115 attractions. Parklike setting, paved streets, valet parking, cable TV, Wi-Fi, laundry and swimming pool. Pets allowed. Groups Full and big rigs welcomed. Satellite sites upon request. Good Sams, Service FMCA & Military discounts. Full hook up and water / electric Sites 94 sites. Stay right in the heart of it all.

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Local: 417-334-4414 Toll Free: 800-562-4177 bransonkoa.com

Compton Ridge Campground & Lodge

5040 State Hwy. 265, Branson, MO 65616 Local:417-338-2911, Fax: 417-338-8773 Toll Free:800-233-8648 comptonridge.com

Musicland Kampground

116 Gretna Rd., Branson,MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0848 Toll Free: 888-248-9080 Fax: 417-334-0849 musicland@tri-lakes.net

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Great American Steak & Chicken House

Dining

Andy Williams Moon River Grill

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 old-fashioned apple pie, guests can find it all in Branson.

Choose from American, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Indian, Greek, and more. You can enjoy barbeque, seafood, steaks, pasta, ice cream, homemade pastries, and pizza at sit-down establishments, or have it delivered right to your hotel, campground or resort. The dining options in the area range from fast-food to homestyle, all-you-can-eat buffets to full-service family dining to gourmet, chef-driven restaurants with some overlooking the lake.

The area offers a number of lodging properties with continental breakfast, full-service restaurants and catering options.

For groups, many of the 250+ restaurants in the area offer special group seating and motorcoach parking space.

As varied as the fare is your choice of locations at which to dine. Dozens of restaurants line world-famous Highway 76

and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway. And the new Branson Landing features more than 10 eating establishments along Lake Taneycomo. There are also dinner theaters, outdoor dining, lakeside dining, excursion boat dining, chuck wagon meals, and themed dining experiences.

Catering service is available at many area group meeting space locations and some even provide outdoor picnics for events such as family reunions and military reunions.

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.

A number of restaurants, ice cream and snack shops stay open after the evening shows let out for a late-night treat offering desserts, ice cream and more. Some of the area lounges stay open until 1:00 am and feature live music and specialty drinks. For a complete list of restaurant and dining choices, visit ExploreBranson.com.

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Andy’s favorite place to eat in Branson! Enjoy his mother’s recipes, Andy’s personal collection of art, delicious, chef-prepared meals. Moon River Grill features quality hand-cut meats, unique drinks mixed at the Andy Williams Moon River Grill bar lined with Andy’s Gold Records 2600 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-1800, Toll Free: 888-400-3001 and scrumptious desserts created daily by the in-house pastry chef.

Fax: 417-334-3200

Group Minimum

Comp. Policy

Meals

2 comps per 20 paid

Lunch

20

350 Private Dining Available

Handicapped Access

Bus Parking

Hours

Mar. - Dec. Dinner

andywilliams.com

Four great locations in Branson, offering unique cuisine at each location. Fall Creek Steak & Catfish House ”Home of the Tossed Rolls”, Plantation & Baldknobbers offering down home cookin’ buffets. The Branson’s Best Restaurants Great American Steak & Chicken 3460 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-0754, Toll Free: 888-363-9880 House featuring Broasted Chicken, hand-cut steaks and Hen House Fax: 417-335-6664 hand-cuts. bransonsbestrestaurant.com Located inside the Clarion Hotel west on Hwy 76, next to the Grand Village.

Group menu available. Private dining room, hospitality room, conference and meeting facilities! Enjoy cocktails overlooking the pool. Have a Buckingham’s Prime Rib & Steakhouse sit-down meal or plan a customized 2820 W. Hwy. 76, Branson, MO 65616 buffet. “Out of the ordinary, but not Local: 417-337-7777, out of your budget.”

Breakfast 300

Per Restaurant Private Dining Available

20

1 comp per 20 paid

Lunch Dinner

7 a.m. Close

Buffet

Breakfast

(upon request)

300 Private Dining Available

25

2 comps per 25 paid

Lunch

4 p.m. 10 p.m.

(upon request)

Dinner Buffet

(upon request)

lounge open until 11 p.m.

Toll Free: 800-725-2236 ext. 777 Fax: 417-337-5335, clarionhotelbranson.com

Famous Dave’s has been recognized with over 500 National & Local Awards. Our catering team will take care of everything you need to make your get-together “Famous”. One phone call to Dave and we’ll take Famous Dave’s 1201 Branson Landing, Branson, MO 65616 care of the rest. Treat your group to the legendary taste of Famous Local: 417-334-4858 Dave’s Bar-B-Que. Fax: 417-334-3868

275 Semi-Private Dining Available

20

2 comps per 20 paid

Lunch Varies Dinner

famousdaves.com

Grand Country Buffet

1945 W. Hwy. 76., Branson, MO 65616 Toll Free: 888-506-6279 Local: 417-335-8453 Fax: 417-335-8881 GrandCountry.com

Branson’s Best Buffet offers over 125 items including meats, salads, soups, potatoes, fruits, vegetables, bakery breads,desserts, ice cream sundae bar and more! Your guests will love the friendly staff and savor a delicious meal – breakfast, lunch or dinner. Conveniently located at Grand Country, you’re in the heart of great shopping, shows and fun.

Breakfast 450 Private Dining Available

Lunch 25

Yes Dinner

7 a.m 8 p.m.

Buffet

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shopping

Historic Downtown Branson

From heirloom-quality furniture, handcrafted by artisans at Silver Dollar City or at many of the specialty shops located in Historic Downtown Branson, to scuba and golf gear, to brand-name fashions, jewelry and appliances, Branson is a great place to shop for quality, variety and value. Visitors can explore three major outlet centers with more than 200 stores to find great deals on designer clothing and specialty merchandise. Branson also has hundreds of boutiques, craft and hobby shops, antique stores, toy stores, jewelry stores, art galleries and gourmet food markets.

At Tanger Factory Outlet Center, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows and Factory Merchants Branson, visitors can find designer-brand clothing and shoes by manufacturers such as Eddie Bauer, Liz Claiborne, Jones New York, Reebok and Old Navy. Visitors can also shop for name-brand appliances, jewelry, leather goods, glassware, home decor, electronics, books, music, movies, cosmetics and more at stores like Black & Decker, Oneida Home, Kitchen Collection, Corningware, Corelle, Revere, Samsonite Company Store, Pfaltzgraff and Wilson Leather outlet.

Many of the outlet 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,

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Amish Country Store

stroller and wheelchair rental.

Enjoy a working craft village at The Branson Mill, offering a 40,000-square-foot facility devoted to craftsmen demonstrating their skills in glass blowing, leather, china painting, oil painting, stained glass, wood carving, silversmith, scrimshaw, pottery, copper colorist, etched glass and much more.

Your group will enjoy unique shopping at the Branson IMAX, Grand Country Square, The Grand Village and the Branson Crafts Mall as well.

Discover Branson’s newest shopping adventure. Experience uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment adventures at Branson Landing, located on beautiful Lake Taneycomo in downtown Branson. At 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 such as Brighton Collectibles, Victoria’s Secret, Hollister, Coldwater Creek, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Kirkland’s Home, Rack Room Shoes, Bath & Body Works, Pacific Sunwear and more.

Enjoy shopping year-round and those after-Christmas sales are a great time to stock up and save even more. Opportunities to pick up the perfect souvenir for yourself or that special someone abound. For a complete list of shopping locations, please visit ExploreBranson.com

The Grand Village

Description

Hours

Branson Mill Craft Village 3300 N. Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8436 Fax: 417-334-8541

Demonstrating craftsmen create works of art while you watch, with different artisans featured daily. There are also 150 booths with jewelry, gifts, decor and more-indoors under one roof! Add our delicious sweets and refreshing drinks to your one of a kind shopping experience. Branson Mill, Where Old-World Craftsmanship Meets-World Class Shopping!

Factory Merchants Branson 1000 Pat Nash Dr. #A1 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-6686 Fax: 417-335-4595 bransonoutlets.com

Find an exciting collection of outlet stores offering savings of 25% to 65% every day. Look for the “red roofs” and head to Branson’s largest outlet center featuring Carter’s, Crocs, Jones New York, Lane Bryant Outlet, Red Wing Shoe Co., Reebok, Tuesday Morning and many more.

P. Graham Dunn Galleries 3500 N. Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-9801 Toll Free: 800-361-9689 Fax: 417-334-1426 Branson.PGrahamDunn.com

Inspirational gifts, home decor and Amish furniture. A visit to P. Graham Dunn Gallery is an inspiring experience. Take a stroll through our showroom and see charming wood gifts, framed lithographs, personalized lasered items, handcrafted Amish furniture and much more! Free coffee for everyone and special discounts for Tour Groups.

The Grand Village Shops 2800 W. Hwy. 76 Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-335-2396 Fax: 417-334-4905 grandvillageshops.com

The Grand Village takes visitors to an unforgettable world of shopping. Twenty-six specialty shops provide a mix of boutiques, crafts, entertainment and restaurants that you won’t find anywhere else in Branson. Explore the talents of Branson’s best craftsmen, stop for great meals and indulge yourself and loved ones with jewels, fashion and unique gifts.

Branson Craft Mall

Daily Year Round

9 a.m.- 9 p.m.

Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Daily Year Round

Daily Year Round

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Travel Packagers/Event Planners PLanners 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. That gives you more choices and more fun ways to package your tours. If want to have all the fun and let someone do all of the work when planning your next Branson tour, consider using the services of a Branson Travel Packager/Event Planner.

These skilled group travel professionals can customize a group tour package based upon your specific requirements (including multiple changes and updates) that will meet and even exceed your highest expectations. Many 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 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 on your next group tour to Branson. It’s just that simple. For a complete list of travel packagers/event planners, please visit ExploreBranson.com.

Description

AdVance Tour & Travel 6858 Selmore Rd. Ozark, MO 65721 Local: 417-587-0009 Toll Free: 800-346-7706 Fax: 417-587-0072 advancetourandtravel.com

American Pride Tours 2819 Katella Lane Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-331-1953 Toll Free: 855-78-Pride Fax: 417-336-8853 americanpridetours.com

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Advance Beyond The Ordinary! We have over 100 years of combined experience handling and planning group getaways to Branson and beyond - at no extra cost to the customer. Rest assured our attention to detail and “Beyond the Ordinary” itinerary additions will provide a stress free, exciting group getaway.

It’s our privilege to help create and define your military reunion or group tour. Creating everlasting memories is our goal as memories are the quilt blocks of our lives. We do the work so you can enjoy the festivities. My husband was a Vietnam veteran. Contact us and lets talk!

Hours

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon- Fri Year Round

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Year Round

Presleys’ Country Jubilee

Branson Haygoods Landing

The Platters

Description

Branson Country Tours

1140 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-336-2220 Toll Free: 800-841-2376 Fax: 417-336-2224 BransonCountryTours.com

Branson/Springfield/Eureka Springs Grayline 155 Industrial Park Dr. Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-332-2227 Toll Free:800-237-4466 Fax:417-335-4670 bransongrayline.com

Branson On Stage Live!

P.O. Box 6609 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-334-5599 Toll Free: 877-293-1612 Fax: 417-334-2570 BransonOnStageLive.com

Branson Ticket & Travel P.O. Box 1373 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-335-2707 Toll Free: 800-432-4202 Fax: 417-335-8816 bransonticket.com

• Branson arrangements for groups and individuals • Excellent, reliable service • Packages available and customized packages welcomed • Reasonable rates and fast free quotes • Free information mailed and on our website • Travel agents appreciated • Established 1992 • BBB Accredited Business A+ Rating • Call our friendly and helpful staff today

Motorcoach/ Shuttle Service: Deluxe motorcoach service local and nationwide. Shuttle service serving Branson & Springfield Airports.

24-Hour Taxi Service: Digitally dispatched taxi service for the Branson and surrounding area.

Local Sightseeing Tours: Historic sightseeing tours of the Branson and Eureka Springs Area

Branson’s premier student group management company with a passion for performance and music education. For over 16 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!

Branson Ticket & Travel celebrates 20 years of customizing year-round vacation packages. We specialize in military reunions, Bank Clubs, Student Travel, Church Groups along with individual vacation packages. BT&T is a full-service agency that has built a reputation on quality, service, integrity, personal service and customer satisfaction.

Hours

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon. - Fri. Year Round

Year Round 24/7 Dispatch

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Mon – Fri Year Round

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Year Round

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Description

Branson Tourism Center Groups Department

220 Branson Hills Pkwy.

Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-334-8325 Toll Free: 800-268-4014 Fax: 417-334-7938 BransonGroups.com

Branson Travel Agency

220 Branson Hills Pkwy. Suite H Branson, MO 65616 Local: 417-332-1990 Toll Free: 800-785-2176 Fax: 417-334-4588 BransonTravelAgency.com

Gatherings Plus

P.O. Box 1023 Branson West, MO 65737 Local: 417-338-4048 Fax: 417-338-5171 bransonmilitaryreunions.com

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Hours

• We assist with your itinerary • We offer Discount lodging, tickets and meals • We customize for your needs/budget • We offer air/ground transportation • We have excellent customer service • We accommodate special requests • We offer online booking • We offer entertainer meet and greets • We offer special occasion coordination

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Year Round Except Christmas Day

We provide: • Assistance with finding the best price on airfare • Assistance with finding the best price on car rental • Custom vacation packages to Branson • Travel Agent & Affiliate programs • Smooth, seamless vacation planning • NO service fees!

8 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

Year Round Except Christmas Day

Branson’ #1 MILITARY REUNION PLANNING SERVICE! Your successful gatherings begin and end with Gatherings Plus. We do all the work and you have all the fun. Free quotes and lots of references! Check the “comment” link on our website.

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Year Round

Clay Cooper

Description

Noble Tours, Inc.

P.O. Box 6308 Branson, MO 65615 Toll Free: 800-335-5396 Local: 417-335-5393 Fax: 417-337-7457

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Committed to Excellence, Committed

Serving the Branson area since 1991 as a receptive tour 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.

On call 24 hours for in-town groups Year Round

to You!

Ozarks’ Kirkwood Tour & Travel

Committed to Excellence, Committed to You!

Hours

P.O. Box 1166 Branson, MO 65615 Local: 417-335-4668 Toll Free: 800-848-5432 Fax: 417-335-2343 ozarkskirkwood.com

Terry’s Tickets & Shuttle 190 Potential Dr. Hollister, MO 65672 Local: 417-331-2821 Fax: 417-339-1024 TTBranson.com

Branson’s oldest receptive, our staff stays COMMITTED to EXCELLENCE and GUEST SATISFACTION with every customized itinerary. Whether it is a group, corporate retreat, military reunion, family vacation or reunion, Ozarks’ Kirkwood is your key to Branson.

It’s honesty, loyalty and price that set us apart. Call today for a “no obligation” proposal. 800-848-5432. Veteran Owned!

Shuttle Service: Avoid traffic, hilly parking lots, inclement weather,confusing directions - allow us to shuttle your group door to door! Affordable/ dependable. 10-90 passengers Show/Attraction Tickets: Group blocks and individual attendees.

Great seats,great prices, Free delivery, real tickets( not vouchers) Golf: Discount green fees, rental clubs, clinic, tournament coordination, lessons.

8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Mon - Fri Year Round

Ticket Sales: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Feb. - Dec. Shuttle Service 24/7 by appointment

The Grand SIX Village

The Lennon Morning Show

The Cleverlys

Chubby The GrandChecker Village

Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers

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Fishing on Table Rock Lake

Branson Zipline Canopy Tours at Wolfe Creek Preserve

reunion section Extended family, military buddies, schoolmates, old friends… Reunions are more than just getting people together.

Reunions bring together a tightly woven group of people in celebration of memories and opportunities to catch up on each other’s lives.

Our Special Reunion Section was designed to provide you with specific information to ensure a successful, well planned and highly attended reunion. Whether you’re planning a Military, Family, Class or other type of reunion, we know Branson will fit your needs perfectly!

One of the most valuable complimentary services the CVB offers is the opportunity for you to gather bids for lodging, tick-

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eting and planning services and more for your reunion through an RFP (request for proposal) service that goes to all properties that can handle your particular type of reunion. Please see the RFP form on the next page. All you need to do is provide the information, submit to the CVB staff, then sit back and wait for the bids to come to you. Many other services and helpful hints are available on our website www.ExploreBranson.com.

The Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau can provide your reunion group with a wealth of resources that can result in a truly unforgettable experience. We are here to help you create a reunion that will delight everyone and create great memories forever!

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Legends in Concert

White Water

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede

ten helpful reunion tips Ten The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and 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 save you anxiety in the long run, and give you enough time to take care of all the details involved. An activities timeline can be a helpful tool to ensure all plans are made most effectively.

1. Determine the purpose.

Talk to those within the reunion group to determine exactly what you would like to accomplish through the reunion. If the reunion is to bring together people who have not seen each other for 25 years, the activities you plan may be quite different than those for a family whose members see each other yearly.

2. Set a date or range of dates, and determine how many people might be attending.

If you have a relatively small number of people involved, this can be done over the phone. If you have a large group to coordinate, it might be a good idea to send out a survey to get input on these considerations: • Time of year • Type of accommodations • Kinds of activities • Budget • Dietary considerations • Other elements important to your group.

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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. If people are traveling a 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.

3. Determine your budget.

Decide what expenses will be paid directly by your attending reunion members (for instance, travel, hotel, perhaps a couple of meals) and what costs will be incurred by the group (catering or meals, facilities rental, postage). These costs should be divided among the participants or covered by a fund-raising effort.

Some reunions charge a “registration fee” to cover these incidentals. Do 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, and do your best to stay within the set budget. You can also make fund-raising part of the fun. An auction for which everyone contributes an item, a raffle or bake sale can help with raising extra money during the reunion, and be entertaining, too.

4. Call the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau.

The sales staff offers a wealth of services for you to make your planning easy. One of the most valuable complimentary services is the opportunity for you to gain bids for lodging, dining, ticketing

Liverpool Legends

The Brett Family

and planning services and more for your reunion through an RFP (request for proposal) service that goes 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 57 and on our website) 5. Select a location.

This is best accomplished once you have a potential date and an approximate number of people, as well as an idea of how much you are willing to spend for accommodations.

Branson has many great lodging and camping facilities available from value-priced motels to lakefront resorts and luxury hotels.

Many of the properties are open year-round (you may be able to save money by traveling off season). Depending on the size of your group, you may qualify for a group discount, so be sure to ask the reservationist when you call. If you qualify for a group discount, you will need to decide whether you want to spread the savings to the entire group or designate any among your group as receiving a complimentary trip. It’s important when choosing your accommodations to consider whether or not your reunion would like a hospitality room, banquet room, catered meals on-site, and/or a restaurant on-site or within walking distance.

When making reservations, request a confirmation letter from the lodging property that spells 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 CVB if you have any questions.

6. Select committees.

If your reunion is of a large scale, you may want to create committees that will handle particular tasks. Not only does this help spread the responsibility, it also allows people to feel part of the effort. You may select committees to arrange the following: • Accommodations • Meals • Activities • Main event • Publicity within the group and invitations • Specialty items such as group t-shirts, memory books or other items.

7. Plan your itinerary.

Remember that you want to plan activities that groups can do together, but also allow some “free” time for visiting and enjoying the great Branson surroundings. Branson has many venues for group activities, many of which can be combined into an activity such as lake cruises, dinner shows and theaters that are open for group functions. Consult the listings and you’re sure to find something for everyone. Consider games for large groups like softball and volleyball, a kids table (with toys and crafts), a group dinner with presentations, contests or talent show. 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 the meals.

Meal planning can be tricky and gets more difficult as the age range of your group members expands. For your banquet, welcome reception, farewell brunch or any group meal function make sure to 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. The area’s many buffets can

be a great way to accommodate a variety of tastes. You will need to determine how many meals you might like to eat out together, how many meals are “on your own” and how many 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 bet. Again, in making reservations at a restaurant for a large group it’s good to get a letter of confirmation that spells out the details, and don’t forget to budget for gratuity.

9. Notify the group.

Once you have decided on an itinerary, it’s time to send out invitations. Do this well in advance (six months to a year) and also send a reminder a few of 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.

10. Get help.

Do not try to take care of all the details at the reunion yourself so retain the committees throughout event. Clearly 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.

Reunions can be even more memorable with group name tags, group photos (see page 14 for group photo options), a scrapbook for pictures and special memories, a special t-shirt or sweatshirt, a directory of attendees, or a display of group memorabilia and an event-specific autograph book for all the attendees or maybe a few Branson entertainers. The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce can assist you in finding the appropriate area vendor for your needs.

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 Chamber of Commerce can help you do just that.

Reunion Planning Checklist: o Survey Guests

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o Pick a Date

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o Create a Budget

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MILITARY REUNIONS Branson, Missouri, is known for its year-round focus on all veterans and active duty personnel, making it the ideal destination for military groups seeking outstanding reunion activities and meeting facilities capable of accommodating as many as 4,000 attendees.

Military reunion groups feel at home in Branson because every day they receive the special recognition they deserve at live music shows, lodging properties, restaurants, shops and more. They are welcomed by dozens of special events held throughout the year that are geared specifically toward honoring their service, commitment and sacrifice. One such event is the nation’s largest veterans tribute, Branson Veterans Homecoming, which takes place in and around Branson each Nov. 5-11, and attracts upwards of 40,000 veterans, military personnel and their families with dozens of special musical performances, memorial tributes, reunions and military displays.

The Branson CVB will host our 8th Annual Military Reunion Planners Conference in Branson, August 20-23, 2012.

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Military reunion planners considering Branson can expect to find helpful, professional group travel planners at the Branson/ Lakes Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and at dozens of area properties. These professionals are experienced and eager to help military reunion planners select the right lodging and meeting facilities, shows, dining and recreational activities, and create an event that’s both exciting and relaxing for each of your attendees.

Branson is truly unique in its offerings to those who have served in the military and their families. In no other destination will a military reunion group feel more welcomed or appreciated.

Branson Honors Veterans Every Day!

family REUNIONS Branson is the ideal family reunion destination for those seeking quality entertainment, unmatched variety, pristine lakes and outdoor recreation, up-close-and-personal hospitality, and a place where family values are honored and appreciated. It’s easy to see why Branson has earned the distinction as one of the top 25 overnight family vacation destinations in the country and #1 family destination in the Midwest!

Whether you’re organizing a family reunion to re-establish ties with distant loved ones, a special celebration or just to get away from it all with your nearest and dearest, Branson offers an outstanding array of live shows, attractions, outdoor recreation, lodging and dining options for family members of all ages, tastes and backgrounds.

Plus, perhaps unique to Branson is that many of its live theaters feature two to three generations of family members!

Presleys’ Country Jubilee, The Baldknobbers, The Hughes Brothers, the Duttons, The Brett Family, The Haygoods, Jim Stafford, SIX, Doug Gabriel, Clay Cooper, and other shows

showcase family members from at least two generations.

These talented families will inspire and wow every member of your family with their dazzling musical, comedic and vocal talents. Creating family fun is what Branson’s show business families are all about – for theirs, and for yours!

In Branson, it’s easy to meet these families and the other legendary stars because many of them welcome the opportunity to sign autographs and pose for pictures wherever they are, whether in the lobby after the show or on the golf course.

Most of the performers live in the area year-round and can be seen enjoying shows and attractions with their families, too!

Branson is perfect for families, with literally hundreds of family-friendly activities like shows, waterparks, go-karts, ziplines, mini-golf, helicopter rides, and of course, our awardwinning theme park, Silver Dollar City!

Whatever your family’s unique needs, Branson is ready to help you plan a fun and memorable reunion!

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Big Cedar Lodge

Shrine of the Holy Spirit

Weddings & Anniversaries Plan a Wedding or Honeymoon in Branson Branson is a perfect match for weddings and receptions.

There’s such a wide variety of wedding venues, from the Grand Staircase at Titanic to the Wilderness Chapel at Silver Dollar City to the rustic resort lodge at Big Cedar. Perhaps you picture the European elegance found at Chateau on the Lake, or a romantic glass chapel nestled in the Ozark Mountains – your dream wedding can come true.

There are intimate chapels, hotel ballrooms, garden venues as well as white clapboard country churches for your family and friends to gather for the big day.

Whether you are celebrating a wedding, planning a romantic honeymoon or marking a milestone anniversary, the Branson/ Lakes Area is the perfect place to celebrate your special day.

Branson has many caterers offering everything from fine cuisine to barbecue. Don’t forget about the florists and wedding photographers – you’ll find everything you need and more to plan an unforgettable wedding in Branson.

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With venues like no other (only in Branson!), you can get married in a tree top chapel or in the garden of a Victorian Bed & Breakfast. The captain of the ship could officiate on the Showboat Branson Belle or how about a Legends in Concert themed wedding? Ever thought to ask Elvis (or one of their other tribute artists) to walk you down the aisle or sing at your wedding?

There is romance onboard the Branson Landing Princess with a wedding dinner cruise on Lake Taneycomo or a beautiful view of the fire and water fountain from the Candlestick Inn. A Circle B Supper Show cowboy wedding would be a lot of fun and sure get you hitched!

In Branson, we’re fortunate to have a thriving community of businesses who are dedicated to making your event as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

For more information about planning your wedding, please contact Shannen Redman, Leisure Groups Sales Coordinator at 800-214-3661 ext. 333.

Wilderness Church at Silver Dollar City

wineries Wineries Newcomers to Branson may be surprised to find Missouri’s oldest and most awarded winery as one of the town’s most popular attractions. With 12,000 square feet of space, Stone Hill Winery’s Branson location has been receiving and entertaining visitors since 1986. The winery, located at the junction of Highway 165 and Green Mountain Drive (just two blocks south of Hwy. 76), delights thousands of tourists daily with a free, fun-filled hour of touring. Tasting Stone Hill’s many award-winning wines completes the experience.

There is a proud tradition of Missouri winemaking and the tour focuses on telling the story of the vineyards and cellars at the winery’s main headquarters in Hermann, Missouri. Guests are invited to soak in the delightful aromas of maturing sherry and watch the actual bottling process of one of Stone Hill’s famous wines.

Mount Pleasant Winery, with their award-wining wines, offers another reason to learn more about oenology, the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking. Located on Green Mountain Drive, just east of Stone Hill in Branson, Mount Pleasant is more than just a terrific place to enjoy great wines. It has a wine shop, an art gallery and hands-on bottling experiences all rolled into one. Visitors to Mount Pleasant have the unique opportunity to bottle their own dessert wine from a specially designed 600-gallon French oak barrel.

Be sure to visit the tasting galleries, where more than wine is on display. The tasting galleries feature the works of renowned Missouri artists — from glass artisans to folk artisans to painters and sculptors. Enjoy the art while sipping your wine.

Branson’s newest winery experience, Branson Ridge Winery & Marketplace, is conveniently located on the scenic promenade in the vibrant Town Square of Branson Landing. It is the perfect location for enjoying Branson Landing’s Concert Series and the spectacular fountain show on the lakefront. After you taste some of the wonderful Missouri wine, plan on relaxing for a while on the outdoor sheltered patio and enjoy fabulous fare in a casual, European-style setting at Cafe diVine.

During unseasonable weather, you may choose to dine in the comfortable indoor seating with views of the barrel room. The Marketplace offers a variety of specialty foods and gifts from Europe and many other corners of the globe. You can even create your own wine label while at the winery – brand your own wine or personalize a gift for someone special!

Lindwedel Wine Garden features wines produced in the state of Missouri. The Lindwedel family wants to provide “a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy some of God’s most precious gifts, for any occasion, or none at all.”

With outdoor decks and picnic areas overlooking a scenic Ozark panorama, indoor sitting rooms, and an event hall for larger groups, the wine garden offers a beautiful location for weddings, parties, reunions and other social gatherings. The views are absolutely spectacular, and the family and staff understand true Ozark hospitality and take great pleasure in making people feel comfortable and warmly welcomed.

A proud tradition of Missouri winemaking

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Branson RecPlex 1500 Branson Hills Parkway 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616

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Cantwell Park Sunshine & Mockingbird 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616

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Caudill Park 792 Caudill Way 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616

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Eiserman Park 201 Long St. 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616

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Epps Park 201 Long St. 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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Sunset Park 869 Sunset Rd. 417-335-2368 Branson, MO 65616

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Cat’s Pajamas

Showboat Branson Belle

Vigilante ZipRider

Barry Williams’ Brady Brunch

Circle B Supper Show

Table Rock Lake Dam

Butterfly Palace

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BRANSON FEATURING OVER 100 LIVE SHOWS • SILVER DOLLAR CITY • TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION • PRISTINE LAKES BRANSON LANDING • FISHING • BOATING • MUSEUMS • SPAS • GOLF • ZIPLINES OUTLET SHOPPING • DINING • RESORTS • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN CELEBRATING 100 YEARS

Jim Stafford

Kayaking on Lake Taneycomo

George Dyer