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Branson events
and activities listed here are in addition to over 100
regularly scheduled Branson shows
and attractions. For
additional Branson show and attraction information visit
ExploreBranson.com |
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Branson Area Events &
Attractions |
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Sept 15-Nov 19 |
His
Life - The Musical - Thurs, Fri, Sat; Tri-Lakes Center
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Oct
4 - Nov 17 |
The Oak Ridge Boys at
home in their Branson theater. Select dates in Oct & Nov 2011. |
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Oct
5 - Dec 10 |
Neal McCoy appearing at the
Clay Cooper Theater select
dates. |
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Nov
1-17 |
Mel
Tillis with Carrie Tillis at Tri-Lakes Center in
Branson. |
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Nov
1-23 |
Daniel O'Donnell with guest artist Mary Duff brings a
bit of Ireland to Branson. Cherished Irish and favorite
tunes from early rock 'n' roll to country, gospel, and pop,
all with an Irish twist. Tri-Lakes Center theater |
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Nov
1-Dec 11 |
Chubby Checker - Let's Twist - appearing at the Icon
theater in Branson. Chubby celebrates over 50 years of
twistin' with unforgettable songs and dance hits from the
60's to today. This is NOT a tribute show. |
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Veterans Homecoming Week |
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Veterans Homecoming in Branson is a week-long event with
special events, activities, shows, and recognition for all
Veterans and active military, many of which are free. For
more information, check visit the
Branson/Lakes Area Chamber website
or
Branson Veteran Events.
Veterans Week overlaps with the beginning of Ozark Mountain
Christmas so be sure to check that portion of the calendar
for additional shows and special events as well. |
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Nov
5-11 |
Reveille and Retreat, Veterans Registry, Veterans Village
and Tactical Operation Center at Factory Merchants
Branson. Free Day Room
9am-6pm with Refreshments and snacks for Veterans and
active military. Visit with buddies, relax, or bring
acoustic instruments and jam with other vets. |
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Nov 5 |
Patriotic Welcome to Veterans Week with local
entertainers at Branson Star Theatre. This is a Free event
at 2:00 pm |
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Nov
5-10 |
Commemorative Collectors Button - The first Veterans
Homecoming Week button will be available at Branson Mall, 9
am - 3 pm. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Wounded
Warriors Project. Limited supply; $5 donation. |
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Nov 5
- 6 |
General Tommy Franks Traveling Road Show and Classroom
will be at Branson Mall. Tour this mobile museum showcasing
cultural, social, and geographic items and information from
24 Middle East countries. |
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Nov 5 |
Candlelight Memorial Service, Lower fountain at Branson
Landing |
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Nov
6-10 |
All-American Lunch - Free meals served to veterans and
active duty personnel, hosted by Steve's Treehouse and
Grill. Served at Factory Merchants Branson |
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Nov
6 |
Veterans Sporting Clays Shoot at Ozark Shooters Complex,
north of Branson. Register by October 28 for discount
pricing. Fees include 100 targets, lunch, and drawing for
prizes.
www.BransonVeteransEvents.com |
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Nov
7 |
Persian Gulf War Veterans Mini Reunion for those who
served during Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Iraq, Afghanistan
and Kosovo. Breakfast provided in the Show Room, speakers,
entertainment, and drawings for door prizes. Hosted by
Vietnam Veterans of America Ch 913. Free for Veterans.
Reservations suggested. Golden Corral on Shepherd of the
Hills Expressway, 9 am - noon.
www.BransonVeteransEvents.com |
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Nov
8 |
Korean War Mini Reunion for those who served during the
Korean War. Refreshments, speakers, entertainment, and
drawing for door prizes, Stone Castle Inn, Green
Mountain Drive, 2-5 pm.
www.BransonVeteransEvents.com |
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Nov
8 |
POW/MIA Service of Remembrance - 8:00 am, Welk Resort
Theatre |
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Nov
8 |
Gold Star Mother and Blue Star Mother Brunch - Any Gold
Star Mother (mother who has lost her child in service to
America) or Blue Star Mother (mother of a living veteran or
current military soldier) is invited to attend. Free at
Steve's Treehouse at Stonebridge Village. Hosted by Ozark
Mountain Blue Star Mothers. Phone 417-272-0630. |
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Nov
9 |
Rose Petal Ceremony and Women Veterans Appreciation Luncheon
and ceremony to honor women veterans who have died for
their country. $20 for lunch; open to all; reservations
required. Stone Castle Hotel & Conference Ctr |
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Nov
9 |
15th Annual Military Gala & Banquet Saluting Strategic Air
Command - featuring Tammy Renee Harris and dancing to
the Moonlighters. Veterans salute, POW/MIA service, dinner,
fireworks, entertainment. Mess Dress, After 5 or formal
wear. $51/person, open to the public. Chateau on the Lake,
5:00 pm Phone 866-481-GALA. |
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Nov
9 |
Women Veterans Mini Reunion - Dinner, show, speakers,
entertainment, and drawing for door prizes. Free for Women
veteran and spouse or friend. $15 cost for other guests.
RSVP to 417-230-2278. Golden Corral, 5-8 pm |
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Nov
9 |
4th
Infantry Division Special Hospitality Room - Hosted by
4th ID National Assoc. All are welcome to come by for
fellowship and camaraderie. 4-10 pm, Savannah House. |
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Nov
10 |
WWII Mini Reunion on the Veterans Grove lawn at College
of the Ozarks. Free event, 4-6 pm. Reunion followed by a
"Taps Ceremony". |
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Nov
10 |
Vietnam Veterans Mini Reunion - Refreshments, door
prizes, entertainment. 2-5 pm at Camden Hotel & Conference
Center. Sponsored by Gatherings Plus.
BransonMilitaryReunions.com
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Nov
11 |
78th Annual Veterans Day Parade in
downtown Branson. A Branson
tradition beginning at 11:00 am |
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Nov
11 |
Tony Orlando Salute to The Veterans - Free show for all
Veterans and a guest is a Branson tradition and a chance for
Tony to say "thanks" to all our Veterans. Reservations
recommended. 800-808-9355. 2:00 pm, Welk Resort Theatre |
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Nov
12 |
Book Signing and Lecture by Dr. Todd Baker, author of
"Baghdad ER". Free and open to the public. 9:00 am, IMAX
Entertainment Complex. |
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Ozark Mountain Christmas |
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November and December are Branson's 5th Season - Ozark
Mountain Christmas! Most entertainment venues present a
Christmas show or include holiday music in their program.
The area is decorated with literally MILLIONS of lights.
Check the
Packages & Specials page
for special offers to our guests. |
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Nov 1
- Dec 31 |
Branson Area Festival of Lights Drive-Through Display -
One-mile drive along a path illuminated with more than 175
displays. Located off Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and
Roark Valley Road. $10 for autos |
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Nov 1
- Dec 31 |
Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights -
Drive-thru animation display that will carry you into the
very heart of Christmas. The Trail winds through the
historic 160-acre homestead into a holiday wonderland. Each
display has its own theme, from fantasy to religious, to
patriotic; life-size (or larger than life) three-dimensional
characters have their own housing; festive holiday music
themed to each scene. The Trail includes millions of
Christmas lights with every building on park illuminated,
hundreds of lighted displays as well as animated scenes. As
the grand finale, visitors are invited to stop by
Inspiration Tower and ride a glass elevator up 230’ for a
Santa’s-eye-view of the lights from above. Special pricing
for our guests if purchased from Ozark Mountain Country Bed
and Breakfast Service. |
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Nov 1
- Dec 31 |
Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Dinner Show celebrates
Christmas cowboy-style. Enjoy a hearty dinner from the
chuckwagon then sing along with favorite carols. A special
reflection on the true meaning of the season. Includes
admission to the Trail of Lights holiday drive-through
display and a trip up the 230' Inspiration Tower. Special
pricing for our guests if purchased from Ozark Mountain
Country Bed and Breakfast Service. |
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Nov 1
- Dec 10 |
Hollywood's Christmas Spectacular
featuring highlights and holiday favorites from classics
such as Bing Crosby's “White Christmas”, Bob Hope’s “Silver
Bells”, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and many more.
Special pricing for our guests if purchased from Ozark
Mountain Country Bed and Breakfast Service. |
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Nov 1
- Dec 9 |
Tony Orlando's Great American Christmas at Weld Resort
in Branson |
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Nov 1
- Dec 10 |
Andy Williams Christmas Show - Due to health reasons,
Andy will not be performing in the Christmas Show. However,
his hand-picked group of performers will continue the
spectacular variety show LIVE in Branson. One of the most beautifully
choreographed and musically arranged events of the season |
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Nov 1
- Dec 31 |
Christmas with the Lennon Sisters at the Andy Williams
Theatre in Branson. 2:00 matinee |
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Nov 1
- Dec 31 |
Miracle of Christmas - You will love this presentation
of the thrilling story of Christmas, Jesus, the Messiah,
coming to earth in human form. Special behind-the-scenes
tours available select dates.
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Nov 1
- Dec 30 |
A
Christmas Snow, the award-winning film and stage
production to be performed in Branson includes original
music and Christmas favorites from the movie soundtrack
along with original music written specifically for the stage
production.
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Nov 1
- Dec 7 |
Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone Together at Christmas at
The Mansion Theater in Branson |
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Nov 1
- Dec 9 |
Sanders Family Christmas at the Little Opry Theatre in
the Imax Complex |
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Nov 5
- Dec 7 |
JOY
- A Christmas Spectacular featuring Diane Bish, First
Lady of the Organ, along with Tim Zimmerman and the King's
Brass at Branson's Tri-Lakes Center |
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Nov 5
- Dec 30 |
Olde Time Christmas Festival at Silver Dollar City -
Over 4 million lights, a 5-story Special Effects Christmas
Tree, Holiday Light Parade twice each evening, a Living
Nativity, Frosty, Santa, and the award-winning production "A
Dickens' Christmas Carol".
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Nov 10
- Dec 30 |
"Who Killed Mr Scrooge?" Ozark Murder Mysteries presents
a modern-day spoof of a traditional holiday story. With so
many people hating Scrooge, it will take some clever
sleuthing by the audience and the help of three ghosts to
figure out "whodunit". Circle B Supper Theater in Branson.
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Nov
18-19 |
Johnny Mathis Christmas Show with the Springfield Symphony
Orchestra at The Mansion Theater in Branson |
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Dec
2-3 |
Glen Campbell Goodbye Tour with Restless Heart - Two
shows only; Tri-Lakes Center in Branson |
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Dec 4 |
63rd
Annual Adoration Parade & Lighting Ceremony in
Historic Downtown Branson, held annually the first
Sunday in December since 1948 with the theme of
"Keep Christ in Christmas". This is an evening
parade with lighted floats and holiday music.
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New
Year's Eve and New Year's Day |
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Several Branson shows and attractions are open for New
Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Additional listings will be
added as schedules become available. |
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Dec 31
& Jan 1 |
Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights - Drive-thru animation display that will carry you into the
very heart of Christmas. The Trail winds through the
historic 160-acre homestead into a holiday wonderland. Each
display has its own theme, from fantasy to religious, to
patriotic; life-size (or larger than life) three-dimensional
characters have their own housing; festive holiday music
themed to each scene. The Trail includes millions of
Christmas lights with every building on park illuminated,
hundreds of lighted displays as well as animated scenes. As
the grand finale, visitors are invited to stop by
Inspiration Tower and ride a glass elevator up 230’ for a
Santa’s-eye-view of the lights from above. Special pricing
for our guests if purchased from Ozark Mountain Country Bed
and Breakfast Service.
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Dec 31
& Jan 1 |
Branson Area Festival of Lights Drive-Through Display -
One-mile drive along a path illuminated with more than 175
displays. Located off Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and
Roark Valley Road. $10 for autos |
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Dec
31 |
Legends in Concert Special New Year's Eve performance
with tribute artists Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Aretha
Franklin, Ray Charles, Blues Brothers, and Elvis. Standard,
Preferred, & VIP Packages available. |
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Dec
31 |
Grand Jubilee - special 9:00 pm performance |
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Dec 31 |
Kirby VanBurch Magical New Year's Eve Show - 9:00 pm
dinner, party favors, hats, non-alcoholic wine, balloon
drop, and a magical production. Reservations recommended.
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2012 and Beyond |
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Jan &
Feb 2012 |
Visit
Branson in January and February for Hot Winter Fun. Weather
is generally mild with daytime temperatures often in the
50's. It's a perfect time to recover from hectic holidays,
shop for after-Christmas bargains, be the first to see
Branson's 2012 entertainment lineup, or use those Christmas
Bed & Breakfast gift certificates. The pace is slower and traffic is light but there
is still plenty to see and do. Check back later for
information on special events and activities for Hot Winter
Fun. |
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Feb
4-5, 2012 |
NICA (National Ice Carving Association) U.S. Nationals -
This first-time-in-Branson event is a preliminary for
competitors vying for a chance to compete in Sochi, Russia,
host city for the XXII Olympic Winter Games in 2014.
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Mar
29 - 31, 2012 |
1st
Annual "Branson Salutes Vietnam Veterans" to
commemorate March 30 as the National "Welcome Home Vietnam
Veterans Day" |
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August 9-11, 2012 |
Shepherd of the Hills Super Summer Cruise - this annual
event boasts over 500 cars on display at the Show 'n' Shine
and a midnight cruise on Shepherd of the Hills Expressway |
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Call For Reservations
1-800-933-8529 |
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