Arts & Culture

The next time you find yourself in one of these highlighted destinations, explore some of our favorite cultural and local events.

HOLLYWOOD, FL

ANNE KOLB NATURE CENTER This 1,500acre preserve offers coastal mangrove swamps and other natural habitats. Boardwalks and observation tower provide incredible views. Guests enjoy hiking the local trails and coming face to face to natural inhabitants. Visit https://www.broward.org/ parks/Pages/default.aspx for details.

ARTSPARK AT YOUNG CIRCLE

Located in a 10-acre circle named, ArtsPark at Young Circle offers visitors assortment of visual and performing arts themed educational, recreational and entertainment activities. The park features an amphitheater, playground, resident artists and events throughout the year. Visit https://hollywoodfl.org/65/ArtsPark-atYoung-Circle for upcoming events.

KISSEMMEE, FL

PIONEER VILLAGE AT SHINGLE CREEK A historic village that steps back in time to the early settlers of Osceola County. Explore original pioneer homes, general store, schoolhouse, blacksmith and citrus packing plant. Operating hours and information may be found at www.osceolahistory.org.

SPACE CENTER TOURS

NASA’s Kennedy Space Center plays a crucial role in our nation’s space program. Visitors to the Merritt Island, FL locations enjoy educational and exciting programs. To learn more, visit www.kennedyspacecentertickets.com.

KISSEMMEE, FL

PEPPA PIG THEME PARK Located in Winter Haven, the world’s first Peppa theme park is now open. Perfect for families. Visit www.peppapigthemepark.com to plan your visit.

BRANSON, MO

SILVER DOLLAR CITY’S MOONLIGHT MADNESS

Enjoy 16 straight days of nonstop fun during Moonlight Madness days at Silver Dollar City. Extended hours through August 7. Visit https://www.silverdollarcity.com/themepark/festivals/moonlight-madness/ for hours and events. ANCIENT OZARKS NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Located at Top of the Rock Golf Course, the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum features various species who once roamed the land. Visit https://www. explorebranson.com/ for additional information. TITANIC MUSEUM ATTRACTION

The Titanic Museum Attraction thrills guests of the unsinkable ship. Founded by John Joslyn, co-leader of the second expedition to the Titanic wreck site, the museum features one of the largest collections of authentic Titanic wreckage artifacts. Visit https:// titanicbranson.com/ to learn more.

LOST CANYON CAVE & NATURE TRAIL Journey to the Top of the Rock in an electric cart that navigates through Lost Canyon Trail leading to breathtaking view of Lost Canyon Cave’s four-story waterfall. To plan a trip to the cave, visit https://bigcedar.com/activity/lost-canyoncave-nature-trail/. CELEBRITY CAR MUSEUM More than 100 iconic celebrity vehicles plus costumes and props all under one roof at Branson’s Celebrity Car Museum. Located in the Dick Clark Theater, the museum is open daily. Tickets may be purchased online at https://www. celebritycarmuseum.com/.

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MYRTLE BEACH, SC

WARBIRD PARK

Located at the Kings Highway entrance to Market Common, this nod to the US Air Force displays several aircraft alongside information about its importance in history. Aircraft on display include F-100 jet fighter, A-10 Warthog Thunderbolt and an A-7 Corsair. The Warbird Wall of Service honors everyone who served honorably at the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, whether military or civilian. Plus, the City of Myrtle Beach has relocated a 9/11 memorial, a beam from the North Tower of the World Trade Center to Warbird Park. Touring these iconic aircraft is free and shaded picnic tables are available. Visit www.warbirdpark.com for details.

PELICANS BASEBALL GAMES

Chicago Cubs affiliate Myrtle Beach Pelicans has several homestands during the season through September 11. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit https://www.milb.com/myrtle-beach. BROOKGREEN GARDENS PRESENTS: SUMMER LIGHT: ART BY NIGHT

One of Myrtle Beach’s top attractions is creating a summer of light installations like you have never seen. Brookgreen Gardens is known for its artistic beauty by day, but now people can explore its beauty by night. Trees are illuminated with vibrant, saturated colors of blues, purples, and greens. Pathways are lit with over 900 twinkling wine bottles lining the edges. If you have ever wanted to see the potential of these Gardens once the sun goes down, this is your chance because this event will continue until August 13. The Gardens are opened daily. Visit https://www.brookgreen. org/events/summer-light-art-night for details and tickets.

ARTS & CULTURE

PIGEON FORGE, TN

SMOKY MOUNTAIN TUNES AND TALES

This summer long street performance festival runs through August 31. Guests enjoy costumed musical performers, dancers, storytellers portraying characters from various time periods. Daily performances are scheduled 5—9 PM in downtown Gatlinburg. To learn more, visit https://www.gatlinburg.com/event/smokymountain-tunes-and-tales/13/.

GATLINBURG SPACE NEEDLE Guests young and old enjoy taking in the view from the Gatlinburg Space Needle’s 407-feet tall observation tower. The outdoor observation level provides a panoramic view of the Great Smoky Mountains and downtown Gatlinburg. Open daily. Visit https://www.gatlinburgspaceneedle. com/ for details.

COUNTRY TONITE

The 1,500 seat theatre features comedy acts, bluegrass, gospel and country music celebrities. This family-friendly venue has something for everyone on its season schedule. To learn more or book tickets, visit https://www.countrytonitepf.com/.

As you visit favorite resorts or check out something new, we invite you to take the opportunity to explore the area, its activities, and its cultural landscape. If you do, let us know your favorites or any bucket list items that you have marked off your list!