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Set in the opulent yet perilous Persian Empire, QUEEN ESTHER is a captivating tale of beauty and bravery. Experience one of the most riveting Bible stories as it comes to life with magnificent sets, special effects, and live animals in this original stage production from Sight & Sound Theatres®.
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MARCH 9 – OCTOBER 5, 2024 Branson, MO BOOK DIRECT (800) 377-1277
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Contents To join our family of advertisers, call Jennifer Gregory at 417-544-8282 or email Jennifer@TheBestofBranson.com Spring 2024 37 WonderWorks Branson Show Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Song, dance and comedy Clay Cooper’s Country Express . . . . . . . . . 18 Family-friendly show for all ages Smith Creek Moonshine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 It’s time to ‘Shine and Dine’ Branson Area Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 So many fun things to see and do Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Shop til you drop PINK Jeep® Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Adventure Awaits... Are You Ready? Branson Tri-Lakes Area Map Branson Parks and Trails Map 24 26 30 Calling all Heroes. An all-new Fire In The Hole is at Silver Dollar City! 5 TheBestofBranson.com
BRANSON SHOW LISTINGS
Americana Theatre
417-544-8700
CJ Newsom’s Classic Country & Comedy
Tues & Thurs 8PM No Tues in Aug
Sept-Dec: Sun, Tues, Thurs 8PM
America’s Top Country Hits Mon, Wed & Sat 8PM
Broadway to Bublé starring George Dyer
Select 10AM shows
Elvis, Story of a King Sun, Tues & Thurs 2 or 8PM
The Best of Motown & More Tues & Thurs 5PM
British Invasion (Sept-Nov & Dec 31) Mon, Wed 5PM & Fri 2PM
Awesome 80’s Mon, Wed, Sat 2PM & Fri 8PM
Classic Rock Icons Sun, Fri 2PM & Wed 5PM
Once Upon a Fairytale (May 28-Oct 30) Wed & Sat 10AM
Southern Gospel Sundays Sun 5PM
Retro Christmas Spectacular (Nov 4-Dec 20) Mon & Fri 2PM, Wed 10AM
All-Star New Year’s Eve Show 8PM dinner, 9PM show
Branson Hot Hits Theatre 417-337-7426
Platters - Golden Sounds of the 50’s Tues 7:30PM, Wed 10AM, Thurs 2PM
Patsy to Patsy Tues, Thurs & Sat 10AM
DooWop and More Mon 7:30PM & Sat 2PM
Queens of Soul March: Thurs 7:30PM April-Dec: Tues 2PM
Best of Dean Martin Sun, Wed 2PM plus Fri 2PM, Aug 2-Dec 27
Stevie Wonder and More Soul Mon, Fri 2PM
• AmericanaTheatreBranson .com
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to Motown Downtown
BransonHotHits .com A Tribute
Wed-Sun 7:30PM on select dates
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Clay Cooper Theatre
417-332-2529
Clay Cooper’s Country Express:
March-April: Sun, Wed, Fri 7:30PM
May: Sun, Wed, Fri 7:30PM plus Thurs 10AM
June-July: Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri 7:30PM
Aug: Sun, Wed, Fri 7:30PM
Sept-Oct: Sun & Wed 7:30, Tues & Thurs 10AM, Fri 2PM
Nov-Dec 6: Sun & Wed 7:30PM, Fri 2PM Tues & Thurs 10AM
Dec 8-29: Sun & Wed 7:30PM plus Fri Dec 13 2PM plus Fri, Dec 27 7:30PM
#1 Hits of the 60’s 417-339-1960 Sun, Tues, Thurs & Sat 2PM
The Haygoods
417-339-4663
Hot Rods & High Heels - 50’s Show
Matt Gumm and Company
Dean Z Ultimate Elvis
Terry Bradshaw Show
Music Fest
Kidz Rock
Asleep at the Wheel
Clay-Goods JamborEve
New Year’s Eve Show
Tues, Thurs & Sat 7:30PM plus select 2PM shows in Nov-Dec
Select 10AM or 2PM shows Mon, Wed, Fri
Select 10AM, 2PM or 7:30PM
May 13 & 30, June 16, July 6, Aug 12, 19 & 26, Sept. 5 & 21, Oct 19 & 26, Nov 2, 9, 16 & 23; Dec 16 & 20
Select Mon, Wed, Fri 2 or 7:30PM
April 8, May 6, June 16, Oct 11, Nov 15, Dec 13 7:30PM
April 19 & 20 2PM
July 27 1 & 3:30PM & 28 1PM
Nov 1 8PM
Dec 31 8:30PM
• ClayCooperTheatre .com
Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction 417-336-3000 • DPStampede .com Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction 5:30 & 8PM shows daily with matinees added on select days. Dutton Immersive Theater 417-332-2772 • TheDuttons .com Duttons Mon, Thurs & Fri 7:30PM, Wed 2PM additional shows in Nov-Dec Grand Country Music Hall 417-335-2484 • GrandCountry .com Grand Jubilee Mon-Sat 7:30PM Comedy Jamboree Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 3PM additional Thurs 3PM June-Aug Down Home Country (April 17-May 24, Sept 4-Dec 13) Tues-Fri 10AM plus Mon 10AM Oct & Nov Branson Country USA Late Show Fri 10:30PM Ozarks Country Sun 7PM Ozarks Gospel Sun 2PM
& Giggles Select 10AM, 3PM and/or 7PM New South Gospel Thurs 3PM 7 TheBestofBranson.com
Pets
Hamners’ Variety Theatre
417-334-4363 • HamnersUnbelievable .com
Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety Show
ABBA Tribute: Thank You for the Music
Back to the BeeGees
Tues, Wed, Thurs & Sat 8PM plus select Sun 3PM shows
Tues & Thurs 5PM, Fri 2PM
Mon, Wed, Fri 5PM
Beach Boys California Dreamin’ Tues-Thurs 10AM
Sound of Simon & Garfunkel (Sept 2-Dec 20)
Mon & Fri 10AM
Hughes Brothers Theatre
417-334-0076 • HughesMusicShow .com
Hughes Music Show (thru Oct 26)
Tues, Thurs & Sat 8PM, Fri 2PM
Hughes Brothers Country Mon 2PM, Thurs 10AM No 10AM June-Aug
ReVibe
Dec: Tues 2PM & Fri 10AM
Tues & Sat 2PM, Wed 8PM
Sept-Oct: Tues & Sat 2PM Dec 14-21 2PM
Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers Mon & Fri 8PM, Wed & Thurs 2PM
Dalena Ditto’s Country Evolution
April-June & Sept-Oct: Wed & Fri 10AM
July & Aug: Wed 10AM
Nov: Tues-Thurs 10AM
Dec: Tues, Wed, Fri 10AM
Escape Reality starring Brian Ledbetter 5PM on select days
Mike Walker Lasting Impressions Call for dates and times
Hughes Christmas Show (Nov 1-Jan 4, 2025)
Select 10AM, 2PM &/or 8PM Mon-Sat Dec 31: 9PM New Year’s Party
IMAX Little Opry Theatre
417-335-4832 • BransonIMAX .com
Absolutley Country, Definitely Gospel
George Jones, Haggard and Friends
The Petersens
Smoke on the Mountain/ Sanders Family Christmas
Sons of Britches
Rick McEwen presents The Gambler
Mon & Wed 2PM, Tues & Thurs 8PM
Sun, Mon, Sat 5PM
Tues & Thurs 2PM plus select 7:30PM shows
Tues-Sat 10AM
Sun & Mon 8PM, Fri & Sat 2PM
April-June: Tues, Thurs, Fri 5PM July-Sept: Mon 10AM, Tues & Thurs 5PM Oct-Dec 6: Tues, Thurs, Fri 5PM
Todd Oliver & His Talking Dog Irving 8PM show on select Wed, Fri & Sat
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Jerry Presley’s God & Country Theater
417-334-6806 • GodandCountryTheaters .com
Jerry Presley Elvis Live! Garth - A Musical Tribute
A Neil Diamond Tribute Carpenters Once More
Elvis Live & The Blackwoods Gospel Show
Johnny Cash & Friends Tribute
Sons of Harmony Strait to Branson Morace Family Country Quartets - Statler & Oak Ridge Boys Tribute
Kings Castle Theatre
417-334-2500 • KingsCastleTheatre .com
Anthems of Rock
New Jersey Nights
Ultimate 70’s Show/ Dancing Queen
Dublin’s Irish Tenors & Celtic Ladies
Cirque Electric Dreams (May 24-Aug 31)
Celtic Christmas (Nov-Dec)
Branson’s Christmas Wonderland (Nov-Dec)
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 8PM thru Oct
Nov-Dec: Tues & Fri 8PM
New Years Eve Show 8PM
March-May: Tues 8PM, Fri & Sun 2PM
June-Aug: Sun & Tues 2PM
Sept-Oct: Tues 2PM, Thurs 10AM, Fri & Sun 2PM
Nov-Dec 8: Sun & Wed 2PM
March-May: Sun & Thurs 8PM, Wed 2PM
Sept-Oct: Sun & Thurs 8PM, Wed 2PM
March-May: Mon, Tues, Sat 2PM Wed 10AM
June-Aug: Mon & Thurs 2PM, Wed 10AM (no Wed in Aug)
Sept-Oct: Mon, Thurs, Sat 2PM
Wed, Fri, Sat 2PM Sun, Tues, Thurs 8PM
Mon 2 & 8PM, Tues & Thurs 10AM, Sat 2PM
Tues & Fri 2PM, Sat & Sun 8PM, Wed 10AM & 8PM, Thurs 2 & 8PM
Mickey Gilley Grand Shanghai Theatre
417-336-0888 • AmazingAcrobats .com
Grand Shanghai Circus Select 10AM, 2PM and/or 7:30PM shows daily
Rick Thomas - Mansion of Dreams Select 2PM or 7:30PM shows
The Texas Tenors (April 18-19, May 22-24, Sept 10-14, Oct 8-12)
Deep in the Heart of Christmas with the Texas Tenors (Nov 1-29)
Select 2PM or 7:30PM shows
Tues-Sat 2 or 7:30PM plus Nov 11 7:30PM
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The Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts
417-335-2000
PraiseFest Retreat (March 11-16)
Check website for performers and times
Brooklyn Tabernacle Singers March 13 7PM
Cathedrals Family Reunion
Bohemian Queen
Retromania Live - 5 Day 80’s Music Vacation
March 16 7PM
May 18 8PM
Aug 21-25
Featuring Vince Neil, Night Ranger, Bobby Brown, KC & The Sunshine Band, Cinderella’s Tom Kiefer Band, Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, Lou Gramm the original voice of Foreigner, Stephen Percy the voice of Ratt, Quiet Riot, Jesus Jones & comedian Pauley Shore
Jimmy Fortune
Gatlin Brothers
Bellamy Brothers
Gene Watson
PraiseFest Fall Retreat (Oct 28-30)
Booth Brothers Reunion
Daniel O’Donnell
Sept 27 8PM, Oct 10, 17 & 24 8PM
Nov 1 & 21 8PM, Nov 7 &1 4 2PM
Oct 19 8PM
Oct 25 & Nov 22 8PM
Oct 11 & Nov 9 & 23 8PM
Select 10AM & 7PM shows
Oct 30 select 10AM & 7:30PM
Nov 1-2, 4-6, 8-9, 11-13, 15-16 2PM
Barry Corbin Nov 8 7PM
Gatlin Brothers Christmas Show Nov 15 8PM
Pierce
Pierce
Pierce Arrow Theatre 417-336-8742 • PierceArrow .com
Roadhouse Live with special guests Fri 3PM, Sat 8PM
Nashville
Arrow - Decades Select Mon, Wed, Fri 8PM plus additional 3PM shows on Wed starting in
May
Arrow - Country Tues & Thurs 8PM Presleys’ Theatre 417-334-4874 • Presleys .com
Country Jubilee Select shows Mon-Sat 8PM Pepsi Legends Theater 417-339-3003 • LegendsInConcert .com/branson
in Concert Sun
Mon &
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Tues,
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3 & 8PM,
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Thurs, Sat 8PM SIX
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Thurs, Sat 3PM Man
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2-Aug 29 3pm
Nov 27 & Jan 1 8PM
• TheMansionTheatre
.com
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Reza Live Theatre
417-404-3434 • RezaLive .com
Reza Edge of Illusion 2PM or 8PM shows select dates
Dustin Tavella - Winner of America’s Got Talent
Select shows 2 or 8PM
Jay Osmond Live Mon, Thurs, Sat 10AM, No shows in Oct, Tues & Fri 8PM in Nov
Doug Gabriel Ultimate Variety Show
MJ The Illusion - Re-living the King of Pop
Aaron Wayne’s Sweet Dreams Comedy Hypnosis Show
April-June: Tues, Wed, Fri 10AM
July-Aug: Tues & Fri 10AM
Sept-Dec: Tues-Fri 10AM
Select 2PM, 8PM or 10PM shows Wed-Sat, plus 8PM shows Mon Aug 12, 19, 26; Oct 26-29, Mon Dec 2 & 9
Sun, Tues, Sat 5PM
Phil Dalton Theater of Illusion Sun 2PM, Thurs 5PM
Buckets N Boards
June-Aug plus Dec 16-30 Mon, Wed, Fri 5PM
Shepherd of the Hills Playhouse Theatre
417-334-4191 • TheShepherdoftheHills .com
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama (May 7-Oct 26)
Whodunnit Hoedown Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Great American Chuckwagon Dinner Show (May 13-Jan 3, 2025)
Million Dollar Quartet Dinner Show
Tues, Thurs, Sat 8PM
Tues, Thurs & Sat 5PM or 7:30PM
4:30PM dinner and show on select days plus special lunch and show Nov 7, 14 & 21
Mon, Wed, Fri 7:30PM plus Tues 7:30PM in Oct & Nov
Shepherd’s Wild West Murder Mystery Show (June 2-Aug 14) Sun, Mon, Wed 8PM
Check website for more fall and Christmas shows.
Showboat Branson Belle
417-336-7171 • ShowboatBransonBelle .com
Showboat Branson Belle Noon, 4PM and/or 8PM daily
Sight & Sound Theatre
800-377-1277
Queen Esther (Mar 9-Oct 5)
Miracle of Christmas (Nov 5-Dec 28)
Sight-Sound .com
Select 3:30PM and/or 7:30PM shows Tues-Sat with additional 11:30am shows on Sat
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Yakov Theatre 417-336-3838 • Yakov .com Yakov Smirnoff Comedian April 17-Aug 14: Wed 7:30PM Sept 4-Dec 12: Wed & Thurs 7:30PM plus Tues 7:30PM in Nov & Dec 11 TheBestofBranson.com
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JIMMY FORTUNE
Sept 27 • Oct 10, 17,24 • Nov 1, 7, 14, 21
AN EVENING WITH BARRY CORBIN Nov 8
GENE WATSON
Oct 11 • Nov 9 • Nov 23
THE GATLIN BROTHERS
Oct 19 • Nov 15
THE BELLAMY BROTHERS
Oct 25 • Nov 22
DANIEL O’DONNELL
Nov 1-2, 4-6, 8-9, 11-13, 15-16
Jimmy Fortune
Daniel O’Donnell
Gatlin Brothers
Barry Corbin
Bellamy Brothers
Gene Watson
Clay Cooper’s Country Express
Join Texas Country Music Hall of Fame 2023 Inductee Clay Cooper for a family-friendly show, perfect for all ages! Clay Cooper’s Country Express features 27 incredible entertainers who will blow you away with singing, dancing and hysterical comedy! Come see Clay Cooper and his Band, 11 Dancers, trio Third Power, female vocalists Tina Cooper & Kari Garrison, outstanding entertainers Colton & Caden Cooper, and comedian Matt Gumm! Their unbelievable talent and downhome personality bring our guests back time and time again. In addition, Clay’s cast features singer/songwriter Allen Asbury, who appeared on the Gaither Homecoming Series, and Hannah Farnum, who will dazzle you with her skill on the fiddle! Great visual effects, a live band, and a variety of music - old & new country, rock n roll, gospel, and a stunning salute to our American Veterans! We definitely have something for everyone.
In November and December, Clay Cooper’s Country Express features an Ozark Mountain Christmas Celebration that has become a “MUST SEE” in Branson. The first half features highlights from our regular season show, and the second half is all Christmas! You don’t want to miss it!
Then celebrate New Year’s Eve with the cast of Clay Cooper’s Country Express and The Haygoods for a family-friendly, unforgettable, Blowout Party! A delicious buffet meal and cash bar will be available for those who are interested, and there will be a massive balloon drop at the stroke of midnight!
For tickets, call 417-332-2529 or for more information, check out their website at ClayCooperTheatre.com.
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Voted Branson's Best BBQ 1550 State Hwy 248 Branson,MO65616 BestBransonBBQ.com LOCALLY OWNED 417.337.5100 FAMOUS FOR Texas style brisket & Memphis style ribs
It’s time to “Shine and Dine”
Smith Creek Moonshine is an authentic moonshine tasting attraction with two locations in Branson, Missouri. Our flagship location is at the heart of the Branson Landing while our newest location can be found at Tanger Outlets on the famous 76 Strip.
Moonshine is simply made from a base of corn, sugar, yeast, and water. However, we took this traditional recipe to a whole new level by adding a special twist of different flavors, sometimes smooth, sometimes bold, but are always distinct. Flavors like Apple Pie, Salted Caramel, Butter Cake, and Sweet Tea to name a few.
At the heart of the Smith Creek Moonshine experience is the opportunity to sample all of our flavored shines at our free tasting bar. Eager to share all that they know, our bartenders enthusiastically explain the story behind each flavor, and there are plenty from which to choose. The wide variety of flavors that we offer gives our guests a complete moonshine tasting experience unlike any other, which gives them an opportunity to discover their favorite flavors before heading home with a few jars.
In addition to the complimentary tasting bar, Smith Creek Moonshine also features a retail store where guests can purchase apparel, sauces, dry rubs, scented candles, and much more. While you’re there, check out our restaurant that features a moonshine cocktail bar, awesome burgers, wraps, appetizers, and Granny’s famous Shiner’s Reuben sandwich.
Whether you love moonshine or are just trying it out for the first time, don’t miss the chance to “Shine & Dine”at Smith Creek Moonshine!
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America’s #1 Theme Park Debuts NEW Family Coaster
Discover the Heart of the Ozarks at Silver Dollar City. Step back in time as you explore a mountain mining town filled with one-of-a-kind rides including the All-NEW indoor family coaster—FIRE IN THE HOLE, demonstrating craftsmen, live shows and street performances, unique shopping and down-home cooking.
Plan your next vacation and learn more about the theme park’s award-winning festivals at silverdollarcity.com
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Adventure Cave Tours
417-294-5516
426 Fairy Cave Lane
Branson West, Mo 65737
Open daily 9:30AM
Adventure Ziplines
888-214-5019
501 North Wildwood Dr. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Andy B’s Bowl Social
417-213-8631
405 Branson Landing Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 11AM
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
417-335-3474
2700 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Arcade City/7D Dark Ride Adventure/The Mirror Maze
417-203-4150
715 Branson Landing Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Beyond the Lens! & FlyRide
417-337-9333
3115 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, Mo 65616
Open daily 10AM
Bigfoot Fun Park & Bigfoot Discovery Expedition Tours
1-800-562-2416
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
Branson
Centennial Museum
417-239-1912
120 S. Commercial, Branson, Mo 65616
Open Mon-Sat 10AM
Branson Coaster
417-544-8068
2115 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
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Branson Duck Tours
417-598-9099
1940 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Branson Ferris Wheel
417-334-1612
3335 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Branson Jet Boats
877-441-3727
7A North Boardwalk
Branson Landing
Open daily 10AM • May-October
Branson Scenic Railway
417-334-6110
206 E. Main St.
Branson, MO 65616
Call for schedule
Branson Skyscraper
417-334-1612
2505 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily. Hours vary.
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
The Butterfly Palace
417-332-2231
4106 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
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
Chopper Charter
417-332-1545
2941 W 76 Country Blvd
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Dick’s 5 & 10
417-334-2410
103 W. Main St.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 8:30AM
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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
Dogwood Canyon
Nature Park
877-459-5687
2038 W. St Hwy 86
Lampe, MO 65681
Open 8:30AM
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 select dates
Fritz’s Adventure
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/Indoor & Outdoor Mini Golf
417-335-2454
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
Greatest Adventures
Mini Golf
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
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
Johnny Morris’ Top of the Rock Ozarks
Heritage Preserve
888-267-0192
150 Top of the Rock Rd.
Ridgedale, MO 65739
Open daily 9AM
Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail
888-267-0192
150 Top of the Rock Rd. Ridgedale, MO 65739
Open daily 9AM
Lost Treasure Mini Golf
417-332-0889
3346 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Ozark NightsImmersive Night Walk
417-337-4809
1001 W. End Parkway Branson, MO 65616
Open May 15, 2024
Parakeet Pete’s
Steampunk Balloon and Waterfront Zipline
417-559-1529
1113 Branson Landing Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
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PINK Jeep®Tours
800-873-3662
3310 W. 76 Country Blvd. Suite D
Branson, MO 65616
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf
417-336-6606
2901 Green Mntn. Dr. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
Retromania-80’s Fun
417-544-0143
3307 West 76 Country Blvd
Branson, MO. 65616
Check RetroMania.com for hours
Ripley’s Believe
It or Not!
417-337-5300
3326 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9:30 AM
Ripley’s Super Fun Zone
417-266-7699
2320 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
Runaway Mountain Coaster
417-334-7337
935 State Hwy. 165
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Shepherd’s Adventure Park
417-334-4191
Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama
Tues, Thurs & Sat 8PM
May 7 - Oct 26
Copperhead Mountain Coaster
Vigilante Extreme ZipRider
5586 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Shipwrecked
Treasure Museum
417-635-5041
Across from Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen at Branson Landing
Open daily 10AM
Shoot For the Stars Mini-Golf
417-337-8700
3110 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Opens daily 8AM
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 8AM
Showboat Branson Belle
800-775-2628
4800 State Hwy 165
Branson, MO 65616
Noon, 4PM and/or 8PM cruises available
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
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ATTRACTIONS • Spring Break Days
• Streetfest
11-29 • Bluegrass & BBQ Festival May
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April
2-27
BRANSON AREA ATTRACTIONS
Splash Country Indoor Waterpark at Grand Country Resort
417-335-3535
1945 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
Talking Rocks Cavern
417-272-3366
423 Fairy Cave Ln.
Branson West, MO 65737
Open daily 9:30AM
Titanic Museum Attraction
(800) 381-7670
3235 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
The Track Family Fun Parks
417-334-1612
3 Branson Locations
Open 11AM
Totally Rad E-Bikes
417-231-4078
1615 W. 76 Country Blvd., Suite G
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 11AM
Thunder Ridge Nature Arena
800-225-6343
1901 State Hwy. 86
Ridgedale, MO 65739
Veterans Memorial Museum
417-336-2300
1250 W. 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 9AM
White Water
417-336-7100
3505 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open 10AM May 25-Sept 2
Wolfe Mountain Branson Zipline & Snowflex Park
417-561-0699
2339 US Hwy. 65
Walnut Shade, MO 65771
Open daily 9AM
WonderWorks
417-231-9999
2835 W. 76 Country Blvd. Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
World of Wizards Indoor Blacklight Mini Golf
417-330-1270
2805 Green Mtn. Dr. Branson, MO 65616
Open 11AM
World’s Largest Toy Museum Complex
417-332-1499
3609 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open Mon-Sat 10AM
Xtreme Racing Center
888-270-1720
3600 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Branson, MO 65616
Open daily 10AM
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The top five “things to do” at WonderWorks Branson
Space Discovery. This area gives people a chance to learn about space and experience what it’s like to train like an astronaut. The zone features a four-person gyroscope, an astronaut space suit, and a Mercury capsule.
Physical Challenge. In this zone, guests are amazed by lying on a bed of nails, becoming a human lighting rod, and playing virtual sports. The learning and fun are endless in this zone.
Meterology and More. Guests can step into the Natural Disaster zone to learn about extreme weather, including the feeling 74-mile-per-hour hurricane winds and the feeling 28-degree water.
XD Theater. Unlike regular theaters, this one provides viewers with an adventure like no other. The 3D film has special features, including full-range seating that has vibrations and sensations to take epic movies to the next level.
Special Exhibits. WonderWorks Branson has exciting exhibits that are unique to the location. This includes The Branson Experience, the OZART Youth Art Gallery, and an American Pride theater. Each of them capture the essence of the local culture and feature history and input from those who have called Branson home.
WonderWorks is located at 2835 W. 76 Country Blvd., Branson, Mo. To learn more about WonderWorks and all the fun they have to offer, visit wonderworksbranson.com or call 417-231-9999.
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SHOPPING BRANSON
Branson Landing
Shopping 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, Guy Fieri’s Branson Kitchen & Bar, Bricktown Brewery and be sure to stop at Flaming Margaritas American Kitchen for some delicious lakeside dining. At the heart of the Landing is a vibrant town square terracing down to the $7.5 million spectacular water attraction that features the firstever merging of water, fire, light and music.
Branson Meadows
Anchored by Branson Meadows Cinema, The Shoppes at Branson Meadows provide plenty of opportunities for retail therapy with Touch of Class, Neill’s Homestore, Comic Force, Ozarks Quilts and many more. And don’t miss out on the fun at 1984 Arcade and Escape Code. Be sure and check out Birch & Willow Spa and Mr. Glencho’s Seafood & Bar!
Grand Village
The Grand Village Shops offer a truly unique shopping experience just off the historic 76 Strip. Dozens of specialty shops offer everything from women’s clothing, handcrafted leather goods, handcarved collectibles to home accessories, gourmet foods and homemade soaps and lotions. When you get hungry from all the shopping, you can grab a bite at Mel’s Hard Luck Diner or Sugar Leaf Bakery Café
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Tanger Outlets
When 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 Reebok 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 Tanger Coupon booklet and inquire about Tanger Club membership. You will be glad you did!
Historic Downtown Branson
Every 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 417 Vintage Market & Supply Co. 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 a huge 12,000 sq ft downtown store known as Riley’s Treasures Thrift Shop and see their great selection of new and gently used clothing, shoes, furniture and just about anything else you can imagine! All of that shopping will make you hungry, so sit down and grab a meal at one of downtown’s many restaurants such as Branson Cafe, Mythical ‘wich, Mr. G’s Chicago Pizza and Level 2 Steakhouse inside the Hilton Hotel, where they are always ready to serve their guests with a smile.
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6386 Hwy. 21 N • Berryville, AR 72616 Between Eureka Springs & Branson, MO 870-749-2298 • info@cosmiccavern.com HOURS: February 15th – March 1st: Weekends, 9am – 5pm March – November: Daily, 9am – 5pm WWW.COSMICCAVERN.COM Arkansas’s Largest Privately Owned Show Cave! Guided Walking Tours • Wild Cave Tours Gem Panning • Gift Shop 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 AD
Adventure Awaits with PINK® Jeep® Tours Branson!
Pink Jeep Tours Branson offers daily tours in the company’s signature pink Jeep® Wranglers. The 4x4 vehicles are customized from top to bottom to ensure safety and comfort, and Pink’s adventure guides are renowned for their engaging storytelling and off-road skill.
Branson tours will allow visitors to experience the region in a new way, diving deep into its history while enjoying gorgeous scenery and the thrill of adventure. The Downtown to Mountaintop Tour travels through Historic Downtown Branson before taking in scenic views of Lake Taneycomo. The Lakes and Landmarks Tour winds past Ozark valleys and along the shore of Table Rock Lake. The Best of Branson Tour allows one to enjoy the two tours in one! All tours include exclusive access to Baird Mountain’s private off-road trails and stunning overlook.
Of course, everyone asks, “Why PINK?” Originally inspired by a striking Hawaiian hotel in the late 1950s, the iconic color has become synonymous with world-class adventure. More than five million guests have shared their vacations with Pink Adventure Tours in the last 20 years alone.
Branson tours are offered year-round, providing unforgettable and up-close encounters with the beauty and splendor of the Ozarks. For more information or to book a tour, please visit PinkJeep.com or call (800) 873-3662.
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