The Best of Branson Vacation Publication - Winter 2019

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Song, dance and comedy

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The Year of Shows & Festivals Branson Area Attractions . . . . . . . . . .

So many fun things to do and see Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Branson Parks and Trails Map

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SHOW LISTINGS

We do our best to publish the correct shows, but please call the theatre directly to confirm performance days and showtimes!

Americana Theatre

417-544-8700 • AmericanaTheatreBranson.com CJ Newsom’s Classic Country & Comedy

Sun, Tues & Wed 7:30PM

Raiding the Country Vault

Select 7:30PM shows on Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sat Wed 10AM Sept-Dec

Broadway to Bublé starring George Dyer

Select 10AM or 2PM shows Tues, Wed, Thurs Additional Mon shows Nov & Dec

Dolly & Friends - A Tribute

Mon 2PM, Tues & Wed 5PM

A Janice Martin Cirque Show

Select 10AM or 2PM shows on Wed-Sat

Cassandré - Voice of an Angel

Tues 2PM Nov-Dec

Andy Williams Performing Arts Center & Theatre 417-334-4500 • AndyWilliamsPAC.com

Illusionist Rick Thomas

Select 7:30PM shows Plus 2pm on select days Nov-Dec

The Texas Tenors (Oct 15-26, Nov 1-21)

Select 2 or 8PM shows

Andy Williams Ozark Mountain Christmas (Nov 1-Dec 14)

Mon-Sat 2 or 8PM

Branson Famous Theater 417-231-4999 • Baldknobbers.com

Branson Famous Baldknobbers

Mon-Sat 8PM Plus Wed 2PM Gospel show

Reza: Edge of Illusion

Sept 29-Oct 20 Sun Only 8PM Plus Sat Oct 18 & 19 at 2PM Nov 5-Dec 30; 2 or 8PM shows

Blackwood Morning Show

10AM Tues-Sat

Branson Hot Hits Theatre 417-337-7426 • BransonHotHits.com

Motown Downtown - A Tribute

Wed - Sun 7:30PM

Drifters

Mon & Tues 7PM, Sat 2PM

Crazy ‘Bout Patsy

Thurs, Fri, Sat 10AM

Music from Across the Tracks

Tues, Wed, Thurs 5PM

Marvin Gaye Tribute

Tues & Thurs 2PM

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Branson Tribute Theatre

417-239-1000 • BransonTributeTheatre.com Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute

Tues & Fri 8PM

Eagles Tribute Show

Mon, Wed & Sat 8PM

Golden Sounds of the Platters

Tues-Fri 10AM

Southern Rock Tribute

Thurs 8PM

Journey Tribute

Sundays 3PM

A Tribute to Aretha Franklin

Tues & Sat 3PM

Adele & Joe Cocker Tribute

Mon 3PM

Caravelle Theatre 417-334-5100

Liverpool Legends April 25-Nov 21

Select shows Mon-Thurs 7:30PM

Choices Concert Hall

417-330-6242 • ChoicesConcertHall.com Nashville Nights

Mon-Thurs 7:30pm

Billy Yates’ HIT SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND

Sun-Tues 2pm

Saturday Night Concerts

T. Graham Brown: Sept 28 Gary Morris: Oct. 5 Tim Rushlow: Nov 8 Ricochet: Nov 23

Clay Cooper Theatre

417-332-2529 • ClayCooperTheatre.com Clay Cooper’s Country Express

Sun & Wed 7:30PM, Fri 2PM Tues & Thurs 10AM Dec 8-29 Sun, Wed, Fri 7:30PM

#1 Hits of the 60’s 417-339-1960

Sun, Tues, Thurs & Sat 2PM

The Haygoods 417-339-4663

Tues, Thurs & Sat 7:30PM Plus select 2pm shows

Hot Rods & High Heels - 50’s Show

Mon, Wed & Fri 10AM

Shoji Tabuchi

Select 10AM, 2PM or 7:30PM shows Mon-Sat

Larry’s Country Diner (Sept 23-27 at 7:30PM)

Mon: Gene Watson Tues: Rhonda Vincent Wed: Malpass Brothers Thurs: Jimmy Fortune Fri: Mo Pitney

Clay-Goods JamborEve New Year’s Eve Show

Dec 31 8:30PM

Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theatre 417-339-3003 • LegendsInConcert.com/branson

Legends in Concert

Select 3PM &/or 8PM shows daily except Wed

Brett’s Christmas Show (Nov 1-Dec 14)

Mon-Sat 10AM

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Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction 417-336-3000 • DPStampede.com

Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction Christmas Shows Oct 24-Jan 4, 2020

5:30 & 8PM shows daily with matinees added on select days.

Dutton Family Theater 417-332-2772 • TheDuttons.com

The Duttons

Select 2PM and/or 8PM Mon-Sat

Magic & Comedy of Taylor Reed

Select 2PM and/or 8PM Mon-Sat

Leroy New-Tribute to Marty Robbins

10AM or 2PM on select days

All Hands on Deck (Nov 1-Dec 6)

10AM Wed, Thurs, Fri

Grand Country Music Hall 417-335-2484 • GrandCountry.com

Grand Jubilee

Mon-Sat 7:30PM

Comedy Jamboree

Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 3PM

Down Home Country Show

Mon-Fri 10AM

Branson Country USA

Fri 10:30PM

Ozarks Country

Sun 7PM

Ozarks Gospel

Sun 2PM

Amazing Pets

Select 10AM, 3PM and/or 7PM shows

New South Gospel

Thurs 3PM

Grand Shanghai Theatre

417-336-0888 • AmazingAcrobats.com The Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai

Select 10AM, 3PM &/or 8PM shows daily

Urban Cowboy Reunion featuring Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee

Sun 8PM, Mon 3PM Plus Thurs, Nov 7 at 8PM

Nathan Carter (Nov 7 - 19)

Sun & Thurs 3PM, Tues, Fri, Sat 8PM

Hamners’ Variety Theatre

417-334-4363 • HamnersUnbelievable.com ABBA Tribute: Thank You for the Music

Tues, Wed, Thurs 5PM, Fri 8PM

Beach Boys California Dreamin’

Tues, Wed, Thurs 10AM, Fri 5PM

Conway Remembered

Mon, Wed & Fri 2PM

Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show

Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sat 8PM Sun 3PM

Magnificent 7 Show

Sun, Mon 7PM, Sat 10AM

Mike Walker Lasting Impressions

Tues & Thurs 2PM

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Hughes Brothers Theatre

417-334-0076 • HughesMusicShow.com Hughes Music Show (thru Oct 28)

Tues, Thurs & Sat 8PM Wed & Fri 2PM Plus Mon at 2PM, Sept-Oct

Hughes Christmas Show (Nov 1-Dec 30)

Mon, Wed, Fri 2PM; Sat 8PM Tues & Thurs 10AM & 8PM Dec 31: 9PM New Year’s Celebration Show

The SIX Show

Mon, Wed & Fri 8PM, Tues & Thurs 2PM; plus select Sat 2PM Oct-Dec

Oh Happy Day!

Wed, Thurs & Fri 10AM thru Oct; Wed & Fri 10AM Nov-Dec

IMAX Little Opry Theatre 417-335-4832 • BransonIMAX.com

John Denver Tribute

Mon–Sat 10AM

George Jones & Friends Remembered

Sun, Fri & Sat 5PM Tues & Thurs 9:30AM

George Strait Tribute

Mon, Tues & Thurs 5PM

Glen Campbell Songbook

Mon & Wed 2PM

The Petersens

Sun, Tues & Thurs 2PM

Smoke on the Mountain

Tues-Sat 8PM

Sons of Britches

Sun & Mon 8PM, Wed 5PM, Fri & Sat 2PM

Sanders Family Christmas (Nov 1-Dec 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 26-28)

Tues-Sat 8PM

Jerry Presley’s God & Country Theatre 417-334-6806 • GodandCountryTheatre.com

Jerry Presley Elvis Live!

Fleetwood Mac Dreams

3 Dog Night Shambala

Best of Neil Sedaka, Captain & Tennille & The Carpenters

Alabama Rolls On

Statler Brothers Revisisted

Cash Alive! The Legend

The Temptations Motown Legends

Waylon, Willie & The Good Ol’ Boys

50 Years of Kenny Rogers

Jim Stafford Theatre

417-330-8080 • JimStaffordTickets.om The Jim Stafford Show

Thurs & Sat 7:30PM plus Tues 7:30PM Nov-Dec

Parrotville - Jimmy Buffett Tribute

Mon, Wed, Fri 7:30PM

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Kings Castle Theatre

417-334-2500 • KingsCastleTheatre.com Sinatra & Friends (April-Oct)

Tues & Thurs 8PM

New Jersey Nights

Sun, Tues & Fri 2PM Wed & Sat 8PM

Dublin’s Irish Tenors & Celtic Ladies

Wed 10AM, Thurs & Sat 2PM, Fri 8PM, Sun 10AM in Sept-Oct Nov-Dec: Sun, Tues, Thurs 10AM Wed 2PM, Fri 8PM

Broadway - The Greatest Hits

Sun 8PM, Tu & Th 10AM, Wed 2PM Nov-Dec: Sun 8PM, Sat 10AM

Christmas Wonderland

Nov-Dec: Sun 2PM, Tues & Thurs 2PM & 8PM, Wed 10AM & 8PM, Fri 10AM & 2PM, Sat 8PM

Majestic Theater Branson Murder Mystery 417-849-8331

Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 4PM Includes dinner

Johnson Strings Family Music & Vocal Show 417-231-2420

Mon, Thurs & Fri 7:30PM

Mansion Entertainment Center 417-335-2000 • TheMansionTheatre.com

Oak Ridge Boys

Sept 18-19, 25-26 Oct: 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24 Nov: 1-2, 6-7 Christmas Shows: Nov 13-14, 20-21

Neal McCoy

Oct 11 8PM Nov 1, 2, 6, 7, 20, 21 3PM

Gene Watson

Oct 18 & Nov 8 8PM

Ronnie Milsap

Oct 19 8PM

Country’s Family Reunion

Oct 21 & 22 7PM

The Gatlin Brothers

Oct 25 8PM

Bellamy Brothers

Oct 26 8PM

Dailey & Vincent

Sept 26, Oct 17 & 24 3PM Nov 5 & 12 8PM Christmas Show: Dec 5 8PM

Johnny Mathis Christmas w/ The Springfield Symphony & Comedian Gary Muledeer

Nov 22 & 23 8PM

Pierce Arrow Theatre

417-336-8742 • PierceArrow.com Pierce Arrow - Decades

Mon, Wed, Fri 8PM

Pierce Arrow - Gold

Tues, Thurs, Sat 8PM

Doug Gabriel’s #1 Hits Tribute

Sept & Oct: Sun 8PM Wed-Fri 10AM Nov-Dec: Tues-Sat 10AM Dec 28-30 2PM & Dec 31 10AM

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Presleys’ Theatre

417-334-4874 • Presleys.com Presleys’ Country Jubilee

Mon-Sat 8PM

Shepherd of the Hills Homestead

417-334-4191 • TheShepherdoftheHills.com Shepherd of the Hills Tues, Thurs, Sat 7:30PM in Sept Outdoor Drama (May 18-Oct 19) Tues & Thurs 7:30PM in Oct The Toby Show (Dinner Included) Aug 1-Oct 19 Tues, Thurs, Sat 4PM A Shepherd’s Christmas Carol Dinner Show (Nov 2-Dec 31)

Tues, Thurs, Sat 4:15PM plus Sat 11AM Additional Mon Nov 4 & 11 and Wed Nov 6, 13, 20 4:15PM

Christmas with Dino & Cheryl Kartsonakis (Nov 5-Dec 31)

Tues & Thurs 11AM lunch, noon show Sat 4:15PM dinner, 5PM show

The Funniest Night of Your Life with ventriloquist Todd Oliver and Friends (Nov-Dec)

Call for dates and times for lunch and dinner shows

Showboat Branson Belle

417-336-7171 • ShowboatBransonBelle.com Showboat Branson Belle Noon, 4PM and/or 8PM daily Lunch & Dinner Cruises Plus select Santa’s Pancakes & PJs Cruise 9:30AM and/or noon Nov-Dec

Sight & Sound Theatre

800-377-1277 • Sight-Sound.com/branson Samson (March 2-Oct 12)

Tues-Sat 3:30PM & 7:30PM Plus additional 11:30AM on select Saturdays

MIracle of Christmas (Nov 2-Dec 28)

Select 11:30AM, 3:30PM &/or 7:30PM shows Tues-Sat

Ask about Behind the Scenes Tour March-Dec, Tues-Thurs at 1PM

Welk Resort Theatre

417-337-7469 • WelkResorts.com/branson Million Dollar Quartet (Aug 29-Dec 5)

Sun, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sat 8PM & Wed 2PM Sept-Oct Plus Thurs 2PM Nov only

Daniel O’Donnell Christmas Show (Nov 1-23)

2PM shows daily, except Sun & Thurs

White House Theatre

417-335-2396 •TheWhiteHouseTheatre.com Select 3PM and/or 8PM shows daily Acrobats on Ice

Yakov Theatre

417-336-3838 • Yakov.com Yakov Smirnoff

Oct 11-Dec 7: Tues-Sat 10AM & Sun 2PM

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‘The Perfect Show for the Family’ Delivers Country and More Ready to experience a Branson WOW? Clay Cooper’s Country Express brings it home to you with high-energy performances for the entire family. Authentic country? Yes. More than country? And how! Clay and his group of 24 entertainers deliver nonstop talent with singing, dancing, a live band and comedy. No matter your taste in music, you’ll find something to enjoy, including traditional country, new country, gospel, patriotic and rock n roll.

This year’s Branson show continues to mix it up with an incredible male trio called Third Power along with eleven dancers and singers electrify the stage with hits from Bruno Mars, Queen, the Bee Gees and other favorites. Clay’s impersonations of David Allen Coe, Johnny Paycheck, Waylon Jennings, and Hank Williams Jr. will make you believe those country giants have come back on stage just for their Branson fans.

Get ready to belly laugh when Matt Gumm, voted Branson’s Comedian of the Year, dishes out comic routines and antics, including some unexpected abilities on uncommon musical instruments. And Clay’s wife, Tina, and their sons, Colton and Caden Cooper add even more dazzle to the show with their extraordinary talents. After every show, Clay hangs out to meet and greet new fans and old. Creating “something for everyone” is why Clay Cooper’s Country Express is one the most spectacular, family-friendly shows in Branson.

In November and December, Clay’s second half of the show features an Ozark Mountain Christmas celebration that has quickly become a MUST SEE in Branson. Make plans to attend Clay and the Haygoods New Year’s Eve combo show...

Clay-Goods JamborEve on Dec 31st at 8:30pm.

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We’ve got something for everyone with 24 entertainers on stage, stunning visual effects, and a variety of music - old and new country, rock, gospel, patriotic, and more!

You don’t want to miss it!

Celebrating sock hops, soda shops, and teenage love, our 8 singers/ dancers & live band are sure to have you boppin’ to the tunes of the 50’s!

417-332-2529 claycoopertheatre.com

Join us for Christmas Nov 1-Dec 30!

All Aboard for Adventure Old-fashioned meets up-to-date fun when you experience an unforgettable lunch or dinner cruise on the Showboat Branson Belle.

This majestic, 700-foot tall paddle-wheel boat hails back to the showboats of the 1890s and provides stunning views along Branson’s Table Rock Lake.

But the two-hour cruise on the Showboat Branson Belle is more than spectacular scenery. What’s better than dining with friends and family while enjoying a show? You’ll love the comedy, music, magic and dancing performed by awesome entertainers, including the everpopular Showboat Dancers. You’ll be rocking in your seat to the tunes of a live band bringing hits from the ‘60s to today. And the food is super delicious. General seats include a menu with salad, honey-citrus chicken, slow-cooked pot roast, garlic mashed potatoes and a yummy dessert. You can also choose a premium meal from the Captain’s Club Menu. A children’s menu is available along with allergen-free, vegetarian and vegan meal choices.

Showboat Branson Belle sails through January 1, 2020. During the Christmas season, kids get to hang out with Santa for a delightful Pancakes & PJs party on select dates. There are also specialty cruises for Southern Gospel music, Christmas and New Year’s.

Many passengers love to celebrate special events like birthdays, anniversaries and holidays. As Mrs. Single from Missouri noted, “I celebrated my 35th birthday on the Showboat. It was definitely a birthday that I will never forget … My three children enjoyed it as much as my husband and I.” Visit SilverDollarCity.com/showboat-branson or call 800-775-2628 for more information.

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One of the greatest rock jam sessions of all time The Welk Resort Theatre is proud to present in it’s fifth season, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, based on the Tony Award winning Broadway musical, inspired by the electrifying true story of the famed recording session where Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll” brought together icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for one unforgettable night.

On December 4, 1956, a twist of fate brought together the four, future rock ‘n’ roll legends. The place was Sun Records’ storefront studio in Memphis. The man who made it happen was Sam Phillips, the owner of Sun Records who discovered them all.

The four legends-to-be united for the only time in their careers for an impromptu recording that has come to be known as one of the greatest rock jam sessions of all time.

Featuring a treasure trove of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits from these music legends, including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Ghost Riders,” and “Whole Lotta’ Shakin’ Goin’ On,” Million Dollar Quartet captures the infectious spirit and thrilling sounds of a singular moment when four of the music industry’s most extraordinary talents, all in their creative prime, came together for one of the most memorable nights in music history.

Million Dollar Quartet runs through December 5th at Welk Resort Theatre. Visit their website at www.MDQbranson.com.

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BASED ON THE TONY® AWARD WINNING MUSICAL

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Family Tradition at Dolly Parton’s Stampede When Dolly Parton created her Stampede Dinner Attraction, she envisioned a unique entertainment experience for families, combining a spectacular show with a delicious home-cooked meal.

She wanted it to be “The Most Fun Place to Eat” anywhere – a place where memories are made that folks hold onto for a lifetime.

The world-famous dinner attraction is celebrating 25 years in Branson with a show sure to remind guests why it’s long been a family favorite of visitors. This unique experience combines the talented Dolly Parton’s Stampede cast of performers that includes 32 magnificent horses, a stampeding herd of buffalo, a westward cattle drive of longhorn steer, along with hilarious racing pigs and an amazing celebration of the spirit of America. Guests will enjoy a unique interactive family experience during the main season through October 20.

Christmas Transformation Christmas is about tradition and recapturing this magical time with family and friends. In this spirit, the world’s most visited dinner attraction is decking the halls and grooming the horses to celebrate this holiday season. Beginning October 24 through January 4, 2020 Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede in Branson transforms into a beautiful holiday spectacle including a fullscale living Nativity, holiday decor, seasonal music, a Santa Claus sighting and a fabulous four-course holiday feast.

Guests will be awed by the birth of Jesus portrayed in a living nativity with Mary, Joseph, the three wise men atop real camels, and shepherds leading donkeys and their flock of sheep. The true meaning of the season comes alive right before guests’ eyes. It’s the most special time of year for families, who continue to make Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede part of their annual family tradition.

Both the regular season Stampede and Christmas celebration include a four-course feast consisting of a whole rotisserie chicken, hickory-smoked barbecue pork loin, herb-basted potato, buttery corn on the cob, creamy vegetable soup, homemade biscuit and apple turnover for dessert.

For more information, call 1.800.520.5544 or visit www.DPStampede.com.

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The Temptations are back this fall!

They’re back! The Temptations are performing this FALL at Legends in Concert, joining Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and The Blues Brothers™ for a fantastic lineup, September 5-October 31.

Come celebrate Christmas at Legends in Concert, November 1st – December 23rd! Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Stevie Wonder, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis are all part of our legendary holiday cast. Each act will be performing the hits that made them famous, along with a favorite Christmas song. There’s even a special appearance by the “jolly old man in red”, Santa!

The finale highlights the true meaning of the season, featuring “O Holy Night” and “Mary, Did You Know”.

December 26th through January 1, 2020, they will be performing their regular Legends in Concert show featuring the winter lineup.

Make plans now to ring in the New Year with them at the iconic Dick Clark American Bandstand Theater! The show starts at 9:30 pm and features tributes to Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Stevie Wonder, The Blues Brothers™ and Elvis, ending with a countdown at midnight! Several food and drink options are available for your enjoyment.

With a rotating line-up that changes four times a year, there is truly something for everyone! Located on the world famous Highway 76 “strip” in the heart of Branson, Missouri, Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater boasts 966 seats and a million dollar spectacular stage set! Memorabilia from Dick Clark’s American Bandstand archives, recalling the historic roots of rock n’ roll and country, is also featured in the lobby of this world class facility. Beer & wine service is available on their 2nd floor landing.

Legends in Concert performs daily Thursday through Tuesday at 3 & 8 pm inside Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater, located at 1600 West Highway 76. Call 417-339-3003 for tickets and information or visit LEGENDSINCONCERT.COM. Call for their 2020 lineup.

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Harvest Festival featuring Craft Days & the new Pumpkin Nights, Sept. 25 – Oct. 26 Fall at Silver Dollar City is brand NEW this year…by day and night with the NEW Harvest Festival featuring Craft Days and NEW Pumpkin Nights. The festival starts September 25 and runs through October 26 (Wednesdays – Sundays) and was created with the concept of a full day AND night of fun for families in mind!

The nighttime event, NEW to Silver Dollar City, will showcase thousands of lit pumpkins and carved masterpieces. Most prominent will be the iconic custom-designed pumpkin characters that will create must-see photo ops, some reaching from the ground to as high as four stories. These include the pumpkin greeter, pumpkin craftsmen, owls, spiders, bats, a cat and others. And, with master pumpkin carver Barry Brown on hand, guests can take home a carved “funkin” of their own or even have a pumpkin custom carved just for them. Plus, nightly black light dance parties, along with over 40 rides and attractions like Time Traveler—The World’s Fastest, Steepest & Tallest Spinning Coaster, will keep the park glowing into extended hours of 9pm/10pm on Fridays & Saturdays.

During the day, the NEW Cirque Eloize Lumberjacks Show (running through October 13) will entertain park-goers with a pulse-raising acrobatic musical production show created exclusively for Silver Dollar City by an internationally acclaimed French-Canadian troupe. Plus, guests can explore the NEW Makers’ Market, a vintage mercantile atmosphere that rotates out new artisans throughout the festival in a showcase of timeless craft techniques like rug weaving and embroidery to trendy arts such as hand-painted family moniker signs, custom baby accessories and more. Food at the park also adopts a fall look and palette with pumpkin-flavored churros and ice cream, glow-in-the-dark beverages and classic fall favorites like caramel apples, cider and more.

For more information, go online to www.SilverDollarCity.com or call 800-831-4386.

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Silver Dollar City Announces Even Bigger & Brighter Christmas 2019 Silver Dollar City will debut an all-new, 80-foot-tall, state-ofthe-art Christmas tree on the City’s Town Square. The designers are global leaders in high-tech lighting and say there will be no other experience like it on the planet. The custom-designed, towering tree will soar 8 stories into the night sky as the centerpiece of the all-new “Joy on Town Square.” This significant $1.5-million project adds to the illumination of Silver Dollar City’s An Old Time Christmas, an event that holds the four-time title “Best Theme Park Holiday Event” in the nation by USA Today’s 10Best poll.

The tree will feature hundreds of thousands of dancing highresolution lights with an infinite ability to combine color, music, light and animated imagery. In total, the tree’s output, along with the enhanced Square experience, will equal more than one million LED lights.

“We engaged a team of the world’s most-celebrated lighting geniuses to create this just for Silver Dollar City guests,” said Brad Thomas, President of Silver Dollar City Attractions. “Joy on Town Square will include illumination of the Square’s buildings, trees and landscape, immersing our guests in an even greater Christmas adventure,” said Thomas. “With this stunning icon, the traditions and legacy of Silver Dollar City will meet state-ofthe-art technology,” Thomas said. “Joy on Town Square will be another ‘must-see’ attraction, making an even bigger and brighter nationally-acclaimed event,” Thomas added.

The NEW 8-story Christmas tree takes Silver Dollar City’s event over the top with more than 6.5 million lights total, 2 Broadwaystyle productions shows—It’s A Wonderful Life and A Dickens’ Christmas Carol, rides and attractions like the famed Frisco SingAlong Steam Train, holiday shopping, dining and much more!

Silver Dollar City’s An Old Time Christmas runs select days Nov. 2 to Dec. 30, followed by the park’s New Year’s Celebration Dec. 31 & Jan. 1. For more information and a complete schedule, go online to www. SilverDollarCity.com or call 800-831-4386.

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It’s a wild, wild world in Branson!

If you love animals, no one should miss the opportunity to visit one of Branson’s favorite attractions, Branson’s Wild World.

This indoor aquarium and zoo offers many fun experiences for its visitors. First, visit all the animal exhibits, including sharks, a sea turtle, stingrays, crocodiles, a pack of wolves, creepy crawlers, the lemurs, and lots of reptiles including a large collection of venomous snakes. Personalize your experience with some exciting animal interactions including feeding sharks, petting dingoes, feeling the nibble of the doctor fish, feeding the alligators, and touching the stingrays. This attraction also includes a large hands on area, with aquatic touch tanks and many reptiles you can touch and hold.

New for 2019, visit Wild World’s latest attraction, “Living Dinosaurs”. This attraction features animals that date back to the prehistoric age. Peer into the underwater world of some of the oldest fish species alive. Take a family photo next to the huge T-Rex animation. The attraction also includes real dinosaur fossils of many of the animals on display.

After you experience over 300 species of animals, enjoy the other amusement opportunities available at Branson’s Wild World. You can experience the XD 3-D theater, where you fight to survive the awesome 3D ride. Enjoy some healthy competition in the blacklight Pirate miniature golf course, complete with its own set of animals. Also, take five minutes and try to navigate the Curse of the Mummy escape game. There is a gift shop if you are interested in a souvenir. Birthday party packages, field trip deals, and group discounts are available.

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Bass Pro Shops Shooting Academy

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417-339-5476 1901 MO-86 Hwy. Ridgedale, MO 65739 Open daily 9AM

Adventure Ziplines 417-239-3030 501 North Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum

417-335-2777 150 Top of the Rock Rd. Ridgedale, MO 65739 Open daily 9AM

Andy B’s Bowl Social 417-213-8631 405 Branson Landing Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 11AM

Arcade City/7D Dark Ride Adventure/The Mirror Maze 417-203-4150 715 Branson Landing Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Ballparks of America 417-986-3395 1000 Pat Nash Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Call for hours

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Beyond the Lens!

Family Fun 417-337-9333 3115 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson Mo 65616 Open daily 10AM

Big Air Trampoline Park

417-408-8001 3300 N. Gretna Rd. Suite D Branson, MO 65616 Open daily. Call for times.

Bigfoot Fun Park & Bigfoot Discovery Expedition Tours 417-213-4266 3608 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM–Late

Branson Auto and Farm Museum 417-335-2600 1335 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson Mo 65616 Open daily 9AM

Branson Balloon

417-336-6060 Call for availability and to book your flight

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Branson Ferris Wheel 417-334-1612 3335 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Call for hours.

Branson Jet Boats

417-334-7683 7A North Boardwalk Branson Landing Open daily 10AM • May-October

Branson Meadows Cinema 11 417-332-2884 4740 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 11AM

Branson Sawmill 417-544-8068 2115 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Branson Scenic Railway

Branson Zipline at Wolfe Mountain 417-561-0699 2339 US Hwy. 65 Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Open daily 9AM

Branson’s IMAX Entertainment Complex

417-335-4832 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8AM

Branson’s Promised Land Zoo

417-337-9453 2751 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

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417-334-6110 206 E. Main St. Branson, MO 65616 Sept-Oct daily 11:30AM & 2PM plus Dinner train Sat 5PM Polar Express Nov 1-Dec 23 daily at select times

Branson Skyscraper at Track 3 417-334-1612 2505 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily. Hours vary.

Branson Top Ops

417-266-7699 2320 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

Branson’s Wild World

417-239-0854 2020 W 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

The Butterfly Palace

417-332-2231 4106 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

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BRANSON AREA

Castle of Chaos

417-337-8700 3030 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8AM

Celebrity Car Museum and Attraction 417-239-1644 1600 W. 76 Country Blvd Branson, Mo 65616 Open daily at 9AM

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park 800-225-6343 2038 W. St Hwy 86 Lampe, MO 65681 Open 8:30AM

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Chopper Charter 417-332-1545 2941 W 76 Country Blvd Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Curling Vine Winery 417-334-1897 601 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Sun 10AM Mon-Sat 9AM

Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction 417-336-3000 1525 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 5:30 & 8PM shows daily with matinee shows added on select dates

The Elite Cinema III

417-335-4832 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expy.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 11AM Call for showtimes

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417-334-2410 103 W. Main St. Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8:30AM

Dinosaur Mini Golf

417-332-0887 2501 Green Mntn Dr Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Dinosaur Museum 417-239-0733 3619 W 76 Country Blvd Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

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Fritz’s Adventure & Aerodium 417-320-6138 1425 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Fun Mountain at Big Cedar Lodge 417-335-2777 190 Top of the Rock Rd. Ridgedale, MO 65739 Open daily 10AM

Grand Country Fun Spot/Farm Mini Golf

417-335-2454 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

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Greatest Adventures Mini Golf/Scooters Sports Grill 417-332-0888 4800 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors 417-337-8700 3030 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8AM

Main Street Lake Cruises 417-239-3980 9 South Boardwalk Branson Landing Open daily 9AM

Main Street Marina Water Sport Rentals 417-239-3980 9 South Boardwalk Branson Landing Open daily 10AM

Mount Pleasant Winery 417-336-9463 3125 Green Mountain Dr. Branson, Mo 65616 Open daily 10AM

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Parakeet Pete’s Steampunk Balloon

Hollywood Wax Museum

417-337-8700 3030 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8AM

Inspiration Tower at Shepherd of the Hills 417-334-4191 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

Little Indian Stables at Dogwood Canyon

417-335-2777 2038 W. State Hwy. 86 Lampe, MO 65681 Call ahead. Seasonal, based on weather

417-559-1529 600 Promenade Way Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline (417) 559-1529 1113 Branson Landing Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf 417-336-6606 2901 Green Mntn. Dr. Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 417-337-5300 3326 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9:30 AM

Runaway Lost Treasure Mini Golf Mountain Coaster 417-332-0889 3346 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

417-334-7337 935 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

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BRANSON AREA Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama

417-334-4191 5586 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Sept: Tues, Thurs & Sat 7:30PM Oct: Tues & Thurs 7:30PM

Shepherd’s Adventure Park

417-334-4191 5586 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Page 40 Shoot For the Stars Mini-Golf 417-337-8700 3110 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 8AM

Page 24 Silver Dollar City

417-336-7100 399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy.

Branson, MO 65616 Open though December.

Days and hours vary. Visit silverdollarcity.com for details

Splash Country Indoor Waterpark at Grand Country Resort

417-335-3535 1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

Snowflex at Wolfe Mountain

417-561-0699 2339 US Hwy. 65 Walnut Shade, MO 65771 Open daily 9AM

St. James Winery Page 14 Showboat Branson Belle

800-775-2628 4800 State Hwy 165 Branson, MO 65616 Cruises on select days at 9:30AM, Noon, 4 and/or 8PM

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417-544-8283 405 State Hwy. 165 Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 11AM

Talking Rocks Cavern 417-272-3366 423 Fairy Cave Ln. Branson West, MO 65737 Open daily 9:30AM

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ATTRACTIONS Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium 888-222-6060 500 W. Sunshine St. Springfield, MO 65807 Open daily 10AM

Titanic Museum Attraction

Coming Soon!

Visit WonderWorksOnline.com for opening date

(800) 381-7670 3235 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve 417-335-2777 150 Top of the Rock Rd. Ridgedale, MO 65739 Open daily 9AM

The Track Family Fun Parks 417-334-1612 4 Branson Locations Open daily. Hours vary

Veterans Memorial Museum

WonderWorks

2835 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616

World’s Largest Toy Museum Complex 417-332-1499 3609 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open Mon-Sat 9AM

417-336-2300 1250 W. 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 9AM

Vigilante Extreme ZipRider

417-334-4191 5586 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily weather permitting

Wildwood Mini Golf 417-320-6214 200 Wildwood Drive Branson, Mo 65616 Open daily 9AM

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417-239-2947 3600 W. 76 Country Blvd.

Branson, MO 65616 Open daily 10AM

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Cosmic Cavern is one of the premier show caves in Arkansas, and the entire Ozark area, and was awarded the 2017 Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor. While on your cave tour you will see stalactites, stalagmites, helictites, flow stone, soda straws, cave bacon, lake trout and 2 bottomless lakes!

Cosmic Cavern is one of the premier show caves in Arkansas, and the entire Ozark area, and was awarded the 2017COSMIC Certificate of CAVERN 6386 Hwy 21 North Excellence byARTrip72616 Berryville, 870-749-2298 Advisor.

While on info@cosmiccavern.com www.cosmiccavern.com your cave tour you HOURS: will see9am-5pm stalactites, Spring, Fall, Winter 9am-6pm Memorial Day & Labor Day stalagmites, Closed: Thanksgiving, December (Except Week of Christmas), helictites, flow January & February

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Enjoy Starry-Eyed Fun with Celebrities at Branson’s Hollywood Wax Museum When fun for all ages is on your agenda, you won’t want to miss one of the biggest attractions in Branson. Just look for the Great Ape of Branson towering over Highway 76, and get ready for some mammoth merriment.

The world-famous Hollywood Wax Museum has brought its craft and celebration of celebrity to Branson, giving guests the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with their favorite movie and pop culture icons. When they invite you to “Come Play with the Stars,” they aren’t kidding. Visitors can walk right up to their favorite stars, try on props and costumes, and pose for fun photos. They’ll also be able to get to know the stars better through posted facts about their charities and side businesses, fluky details about their backgrounds, their likes and dislikes, and more.

More opportunities to play include: • Castle of Chaos is like nothing else. Feel the excitement of a whole new reality! Choose from two amazing 5D adventures where you’ll be swept away to other lands for a nonstop, shoot-‘em-up adventure that’s fun for all ages.

• At Shoot for the Stars Mini-Golf, you’ll take the 18 steps to becoming a Hollywood star while putting through palm trees, parties and paparazzi. Your wisecracking agent, Marty McBooster, guides you through the course with lots of fun photo ops along the way.

• Hannah’s Maze of Mirrors takes you inside a modern fairy tale where you can be the hero. In order to rescue Princess Hannah, you’ll have to find your way through 288 potential turns and several sections where you’ll see infinite reflections in every direction.

For more information, call (417) 337-8700 or visit their website at BransonWaxFun.com

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Branson Meadows Grand Village

SHOPPING

BRANSON

Branson Landing

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hopping at Branson Landing is like walking the sidewalks of Main Street America. Anchored by Bass Pro Shops and a Belk Store, Branson Landing is home to over 75 retail stores and kiosks as well as 11 attractions plus a marina.

Dining in style is never an issue on the Branson Landing. Pick from 18 restaurants including Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen, Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, Saltgrass Steak House and Cantina Laredo. Stroll the Branson Landing and LIVE IT UP at Andy B’s Bowl Social. At the heart of the Landing is a vibrant town square terracing down to the $7.5 million spectacular water attraction that features the first-ever merging of water, fire, light and music.

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nchored by Branson Meadows Cinema, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows provide plenty of opportunities for retail therapy with VF Factory Outlet, Tuesday Morning, Bon Worth and Tool Town just to name a few. You can also grab a bite to eat at The Bucket List Restaurant & Bar. And don’t miss out on the fun at 1984 Arcade, Escape Code and Axe Game.

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he Grand Village Shops offer a truly unique shopping experience just off the historic 76 Strip. Dozens of specialty shops offer everything from a motherlode of Christmas and holiday décor, to fine and fashion jewelry as well as hand carved collectables. If you get hungry while you’re shopping, you can grab a bite at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner or Sugar Leaf Bakery Café.

Tanger Outlets

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hen you talk about shopping in Branson, you can’t forget Tanger Outlets.

Check out their website and app and make sure you map out the locations of your favorite stores. Tanger Outlets has dozens of the top retailers in America. From Banana Republic Factory to GAP Factory Store, Under Armour to Vera Bradley, you are always able to find what you want at Tanger Outlets. Before you start shopping, be sure and stop by Shopper Services to get their Little Red Book of Savings. You will be glad you did!

Historic Downtown Branson

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very Branson vacation should include a trip to the historic downtown area.

While you’re there, take a little something home to remind you of your stay. Looking for unique shops? Check out the ever-changing “Fun Aisle” as well as the Candy Emporium at Dick’s 5 & 10. Looking for unique jewelry, or maybe you are a flea market fan? Check out the aisles and aisles of vintage finds at the Main Street Flea Market or The Classy Flea.

Historic Downtown Branson offers dozens of shops with specialty jewelry, handmade quilts, housewares and clothing.

Take a minute to mosey in and check out the selection at Pure Country Western Wear or browse the selection of jewelry at Plum Bizarre Bead and Jewelry Shop. All of that shopping will make you hungry, so sit down and cool off at one of downtown’s many restaurants such as Branson Cafe, Clockers Cafe, Mr. G’s Chicago Pizza or Greek Gyros Deli, where they are always ready to serve their guests with a smile.

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Branson Area Golf Top of the Rock Golf Course 417-339-5343

190 Top of the Rock Road • Ridgedale, MO

Buffalo Ridge Springs 417-339-5430

1001 Branson Creek Blvd • Hollister, MO

Ozarks National 417-339-5344

1250 Golf Club Drive • Hollister, MO

LedgeStone Country Club at StoneBridge Village 417-335-8187

1600 Ledgestone Way • Branson West, MO

Branson Hills Golf Club 417-337-2963

100 N. Payne Stewart Dr. • Branson, MO

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Mountain Top Course 417-334-4477

190 Top of the Rock Road • Ridgedale, MO

Thousand Hills Golf Resort 417-336-5873

245 S Wildwood Drive • Branson, MO

Holiday Hills Golf Resort 417-334-4838

630 E Rockford Drive • Branson, MO

Pointe Royale Golf Village 417-334-4477

1000 Pointe Royale Drive • Branson, MO

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Soar in a Thrilling Sky-Ride at Adventure Ziplines of Branson Fun and safety make this adventure a family favorite. The rush of a lifetime awaits you at Adventure Ziplines of Branson, the number one zipline in America’s favorite, family-fun town.

Imagine launching from 7 different towers and flying through the air at speeds up to 50 mph – and even zipping upside down or at night if you’re a daredevil! The full-featured zipline complex is located three blocks from the Highway 76 Strip and includes 7 ziplines, 2 miles of cables and views from 70 feet.

From age three and older, and weight up to 275 pounds, guests are securely outfitted for their high-flying adventure by highly-qualified, hand-picked guides. There’s so much to see from the sky ... breathtaking views of the Ozark mountains, magnificent trees and wildlife.

Your thrilling tour consists of 7 individual ziplines ranging in length from 200 feet to 2,000 feet. Most adventures last about two hours. In every moment of your visit, you can be assured that safety is Adventure Ziplines of Branson’s top priority.

As you begin your adventure, a guide will fit you securely into a seat harness. You’ll be given a helmet, gloves and a trolley system that moves you throughout the cables. You’ll also get two lanyards fitted with safety clips.

During your visit, you can relax and enjoy refreshments in the complex’s climate-controlled, rustic lodge. There’s a gift shop too, a double-sided fireplace and an observation deck.

If you’re looking for other fun, take a ride on an ATV or walk a swinging rope bridge (or try all three).

Family and group rates are available. And, while you don’t have to make a reservation, it’s a good idea to do so because this is a popular attraction. Call now to make your reservations.

Visit their website at ZipinBranson.com or call 888-214-5019 for more information.

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