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Unforgettable memories: So much to celebrate at Big Cedar Lodge Submitted to Branson Globe As we cheer 2024, we welcome unforgettable new memories at America’s Premier Wilderness Resort, Big Cedar Lodge. Throughout January and February, we invite guests to embrace the charm of the offseason as we kick off our Season of Celebrations events and activities. Enjoy perfectly
paired wine dinners, gather around cozy bonfires with family and friends, and savor breathtaking sunsets over Table Rock Lake. Big Cedar Lodge is your go-to winter getaway, offering a blend of indoor fun and exciting outdoor adventures for the whole family. Join us in the serene beauty of the Ozark mountains this season for
a relaxing retreat. There is so much to celebrate this season at Big Cedar Lodge! Seasonal programming includes: Celebration of Tastes - Cheers to 2024: Join us for the 30th Annual Celebration of Tastes at Big Cedar Lodge February 9-10. From the first cheers at the Top of the Rock to the final toast at the Historic Worman House, do not miss a moment of this year’s Celebration of Tastes featur-
Bingo & Beverage (above, left) and Not So Newly Wed Game Night (above, right) offer fun for the grown-ups. (Special to Branson Globe)
Enjoy the all-weather ice rink at Big Cedar Lodge (Special to Branson Globe)
Don’t miss the 2023 edition of The Best Bets of Branson Live Talk Show, featuring Carrie Anne Mitchell and Shelley Carroll-Drew, at their new location, Premier Dance Academy at Turkey Creek Junction in Hollister, and streaming live on Facebook, Tik Tok, and Instagram, every Thursday at 11:15 am. Our 2023 live talk show season is all about marketing, promoting and advertising everything about Branson & the surrounding Ozarks area, done from a unique 2-person, local perspective, with a fun, positive spin. Brought to you by our sponsors: Affordable Insulation Service, After Market Mushrooms, Bliss Gas Services, The Branson Show Awards, The Consignment Clothing Exchange, El Lago On 248, Flaming Margaritas, Gaga For Glitter, The Great Passion Play, Isom Hunt, King’s Castle Theatre, The Krafty Kitty Farm, LKS Lawncare, MarieZ, METAGOLF, Michele’s Floral & Gifts, Mintex Appliance Service, The Nashville Roadhouse Theater, Pizza World Mt. Branson, Premier Dance Academy, SignsNow, Sunfest Market, Sweet Shack, Tequila’s, and Wrangler’s Star Studded Honky Tonk. Contact Carrie @ 573-795-1921, or Shelley @ 417-593-9815 to find out how to become a sponsor.
ing Dave Phinney and Orin Swift wines! This two-day event features a specially curated wine portfolio, these exclusive events pair each tasting with expert insight and history from Winemaker Dave Phinney of Orin Swift. Savor decadent culinary creations, enjoy the beauty of the Ozarks, and celebrate centuries of winemaking’s ever-perfecting tradition. Cocktails in the Kitchen: Experience the art of the craft cocktail at Big Cedar Lodge. This oneof-a-kind-activity is sure to shake up your afternoons. Guests will learn mixology, enjoy delicious pairings, and discover behind-the-scenes insight at the upscale Osage Restaurant’s Chef’s Kitchen at Top of The Rock Ozark Heritage Preserve. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Open to the public. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend this event. ($48 pp plus tax and gratuity to be charged on site). Top of the Rock Sunset Ceremony: Experience the Ozark Mountains and Table Rock Lake in all its glory at Top of the Rock Ozark Heritage Preserve at Big Cedar Lodge. Before heading to dinner, take in the stunning views at the highest elevation in Taney County near Branson, Missouri. Your winter evening begins with us at our signature Sunset Ceremony. As the sun shows its final glistening light, you will hear a civil war cannon erupt as everyone raises their glass for a toast. Open to the public. ($15 park entry fee pp). Family Portrait Sessions: The beauty of Big Cedar Lodge provides the perfect backdrop for your family portrait session. All images are posted to an online gallery for purchase. There are no minimum
order requirements or premade packages. Families can simply pick and choose exactly which photos they like. Digital packages are also available. Family sessions are open to the public, by appointment only. ($75/session). Family Fun Campfire: Bring the whole family for s’mores around the campfire. This activity is complimentary and does not require reservations. Offered on the Swimmin’ Hole Lawn every Friday and Saturday starting at 6 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Complimentary for overnight guests. Minute to Win it: Do you have what it takes to win it in a minute? Join us at Fun Mountain on Fridays in January and February for an hour of silly and challenging games. The winning teams will be awarded prizes and random trivia questions will be asked throughout the activity for bonus prizes. The games are open to the public and players will receive soda and popcorn. ($5 pp). Not So Newly Wed Game Night: Whether you’ve been married for one year or 30 years, it’s time to test how well you know your partner. Battle with other couples as you enjoy a series of question rounds to determine just how well you know (or don’t know) your partner. Each couple will receive a giant pretzel to share and a glass of wine or beer. Prizes will be awarded to the winning and losing couples. Offered in the Table Rock Event Room, located at Big Cedar Fun Mountain. Reservations are required. Participants must be 21 or older and the games are open to the public. ($50 per couple). Pottery Painting: Get your creative juices flow-
ing as you paint away the winter blues. Guests can choose from a variety of ceramic pottery pieces to hand paint. You can be as creative or simplistic as you want! Prices vary per item. Offered in the Table Rock Event Room, located at Big Cedar Fun Mountain. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required. Open to the public. ($22 pp). Paint & Pour: Our Big Cedar Lodge art instructor will walk you through painting your own masterpiece in a fun, laid-back environment. All supplies are provided, plus, two glasses of wine, water, or soda and our famous Chex Mix to enjoy while painting. You’ll also go home with a logo’d apron as well! Classes are offered in the Painting Studio, located in the Recreation Building. For ages 13 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Open to the public. ($60 pp). Bingo & Beverage: Bring the whole family out for some bingo fun! Family Bingo is a complimentary activity offered in the Table Rock Room located in Big Cedar Fun Mountain. Eight games of bingo will be played with great prizes for winners to choose from! Overnight guests only. Kids Bingo: Parents, while enjoying Beverage and Bingo, drop the kids off for some bingo fun of their own! Prizes will be awarded. Cost is $10 per child and includes snacks. Offered at the Kids Nature Discovery Center, located at Big Cedar Fun Mountain. Reservations required. ($10 per child). In between wine celebrations or family game nights, join us on the Swimmin’ Hole Lawn to experience the “all-weather synthetic” ice rink at Big Cedar Lodge! Enjoy the Winter Wonderland lights show every quarter hour after dark — this dazzling performance features the Center tree and surrounding area coming to life with spectacularly choreographed music and lights display. Guest’s Ice Rink admission includes a skate rental in addition to the skating session. Skate assist will be available for young children. The ice rink will be open on select dates in January 2024 ($15 for overnight guests; $20 for day guests.) See the Big Cedar Lodge website: bigcedar.com for available dates and times. Big Cedar Lodge’s Nature at Night on the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature SEE BIG CEDAR, PAGE 7C
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