Spring into the Season with Branson Entertainment

As spring approaches, the many entertainment options of Branson, Missouri are beginning to open their doors for the 2010 season, offering travelers a chance to greet the warmer weather and longer days with a variety of quality attractions and shows throughout the Ozarks.

Noah the Musical is beginning its sophomore season in Branson on March 26. The tale of Noah and the Ark is returning in its typical grand fashion, complete with a rotating, 40-foot stage; 3D imaging and pyrotechnics; and a cast that includes over 50 people and animals!

Long-time Branson favorite Shoji Tabuchi will also be returning to the Branson entertainment scene within the next few weeks. Set to open his 2010 season on April 8, this year will mark Shoji’s 21st season of entertaining the Branson area. Experience a wide variety of music ranging from classical, to gospel, to oldies, to contemporary as Shoji highlights his undeniable talents on the violin.

Aside from shows opening over the next couple weeks, Branson visitors can also find a variety of quality options that are already entertaining spring travelers. From the charming 1800′s Ozarks atmosphere and thrilling rides of Silver Dollar City to the encompassing night of entertainment that can be found at Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner & Show, Branson has been offering a lively travel destination throughout 2010 and will only be expanding its possibilities over the next couple weeks.

Reserve Your Tickets Today for Silver Dollar City’s Old Time Christmas

Your 2009 holiday season will be incomplete without a visit to Silver Dollar City’s Old Time Christmas Festival! Hailed as one of the best theme park holiday festivals in the United States, this Christmas celebration offers fun and entertainment for the whole family, from the young to the young at heart.

The Old Time Christmas Festival began on November 7, and it runs until December 30. During the winter months, Silver Dollar City is open Thursday through Sunday, and our two-day tickets are the perfect choice for a fun weekend vacation. During the holiday festival, Silver Dollar City has many special shows and attractions to help get you in the Christmas spirit. Visitors can see the Living Nativity, Frosty, Kris Kringle, and A Dickens’ Christmas Carol and experience world-class singing, dancing, and more.

The undeniable highlight of a Silver Dollar City Christmas is the five-story tall illuminated Christmas tree in the park square. The Christmas tree is the focus of Christmas on Main Street, the park’s light display. The Technicolor tree sparkles with a choreographed routine to some of your favorite holiday tunes. More lights, 100,000 to be exact, can be found on the Gifts of Christmas Holiday Light parade, which can be seen each evening. In total, Silver Dollar City is emblazoned with 4 million lights!

To make planning your vacation to Silver Dollar City and Branson easy, we offer pre-built vacation packages. The Day in Silver Dollar City Package features one night of lodging in Branson as well as tickets to Silver Dollar City, which will give you just enough time to experience everything that Silver Dollar City has to offer.

If you have longer to spend in Branson, A Silver Dollar City Vacation is a better choice for you. With two nights of lodging in Branson and tickets to Silver Dollar City, you will have time to experience the theme park as well as take in some of the other fantastic Branson holiday attractions, including the Trail of Lights and Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theatre, which can easily be added to your vacation package.

Silver Dollar City Celebrates Fall with Harvest Festival

Visitors to Silver Dollar City can always count on a good time whenever they go. Fall is no different as Silver Dollar City welcomes visitors to celebrate the harvest in the Ozarks. The National Harvest Festival begins on September 12 and runs to October 31.

This festival will feature various events throughout its stay. In September, visitors can enjoy learning about the American Cowgirl. The Salute to the American Cowgirl takes place September 12 through 27 and includes the All-American Cowgirl Chicks, Buck Taylor, the Doubleday Cowgirl Photographic Collection, and Cowgirl Artists.

The next phase of the National Harvest Festival is the Best of Missouri Showcase, happening September 30 to October 31. This special focus brings the best of Missouri artists and craftsman to the spotlight, including famous Missourians like Harry S. Truman, Payne Stewart, Thomas Hart Benton, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. The World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with native Missouri birds, and other features of this part of the festival include Missouri craftsmen, Missouri’s Largest Barn Dance, and Civil War reenactors.

Throughout the entire run of the festival, hundreds of craftsmen will be on hand with displays, booths, and more featuring crafts, woodwork, jewelry making, textiles, painting, and more. Although this festival has plenty for you to see, there is also plenty to eat. Different Silver Dollar City eateries will be offering special Taste of America menus that feature regional favorites from all over the country. You will be able to find dishes like traditional barbecue ribs, Southwestern tacos, and delicious regional desserts.

In addition to all of these special events, you will also find all of the great year round attractions at Silver Dollar City, including the rides, roller coasters, shows, and shopping that entertain visitors of all ages and backgrounds.

Silver Dollar City Hosts Southern Gospel Picnic Days

It is time for Silver Dollar City’s annual Southern Gospel Picnic Days. Beginning on August 27 and running to September 7, this festival features hundreds of Southern Gospel performances, traditional Southern food, and all of the great rides and attractions you love at Silver Dollar City.

The highlight of this festival is the many Southern Gospel performers that are scheduled to appear. Guests include the Dove Brothers, Mike and Kelly Bowling, Jeff and Sherri Easter, and the Isaacs. Performances are scheduled daily, so there will always be someone to see.

Guests can also catch performances at Southern Gospel Nights at Echo Hollow. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. nightly in the Echo Hollow Amphitheater. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Sept. 5 and 6. Guests scheduled to perform these special concerts include The Ball Brothers, Mark Trammel Trio, and the Kingsmen.

In addition to attending performances during the day, guests can also enjoy some delicious traditional Southern cuisine. At “Chicken ‘n Fixins” buffet, guests can find Southern classics like smoked pulled pork, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, hot rolls, and fried chicken. Chicken ‘n Fixins is located in Molly’s Mill.

Another special activity during this festival is the Culinary and Craft School. The culinary school will be providing demonstrations and lessons on how to make dishes like grits, black-eyed peas, and classic casseroles. A small fee does apply for the culinary classes.

In addition to all of this, Silver Dollar City still has the thrilling rides and entertaining attractions that visitors love. Those who love big roller coasters will enjoy Wildfire, which offers multiple loops, and the PowderKeg. Silver Dollar City also has many family-friendly rides and attractions for smaller visitors. Silver Dollar City is also a great spot for shopping. From Christmas stores to traditional hand-crafted wood workings, any visitor can find something to enjoy.

Until Labor Day, visitors can also buy the “Play and Splash” ticket for admission to both Silver Dollar City and its sister water park, White Water. The combo ticket is good for two out of three consecutive days. White Water boasts towering slides on Kanai Towers, fun tube rides, a wave pool, and a lazy river. White Water is only open until Labor Day, however, so act now to get your tickets!

It’s Not Too Late for Memorial Day in Branson!

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial beginning of summer, and there is no better way to spend the long weekend than enjoying the sights and sounds of Branson. Whether soaking in the sunshine by Table Rock Lake or trying to find some Memorial Day bargains, it is not too late to check out the many options in Branson for this weekend.

The Tanger Outlet is hosting a Memorial Day Sidewalk Sale all weekend long. You’ll be able to find some great bargains from the factory stores of Nike, Banana Republic, Gymboree,  Polo Ralph Lauren, and many more. The center even has special Memorial Day hours so you can take advantage of the great deals.

If you desire to pay your respects to our fallen soldiers on the holiday, the Springfield National Cemetery is hosting a Memorial Day Remembrance Service. Located just 30 minutes north of Branson, the short drive will bring you to this cemetery. Featuring graves of Revolutionary War soldiers, Civil War soldiers, and more, this cemetery is a great place to remember America’s fallen heroes.

Aside from special Memorial Day features, Branson offers fun activities year round. Whether you want to spend the day at the Pointe Royale Golf Course or take the family to a day of fun at Silver Dollar City or White Water Splash Park, the options in Branson are endless. Also, it is not too late to find a hotel for the weekend! We offer a wide range of Branson hotels, and you will be sure to find one close to your favorite attractions for a great weekend.

Branson comes alive in the summer! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a beautiful Ozarks summer combined with the excitement of Branson.

Bring Your Family to Kids Fest at Silver Dollar City

Silver Dollar City is one of Branson’s biggest attractions for good reasons: it features fantastic rides, family-friendly entertainment, and wonderful shows year round.  Silver Dollar City routinely features great festivals, and this summer the annual Kids Fest will be coming to Silver Dollar City, making this summer a great time to bring your family for a day of fun in the park. Kids Fest is running from June 6 to August 9.

Kids Fest features special guests and shows in addition to the already wonderful shows at Silver Dollar City. The world-famous illusionist Peter Gossamer will amaze visitors with his illusions, while the Swedish performance group JEERK is sure to delight you and your family with their percussion skills, dance routines, and high-energy show.

Other special features of Kids Fest include the VeggieTales: The Invention of Sillyness with Pa Grape feature presentation. Your kids will even have the chance to meet Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber after the show! If your kids love making messes but hate getting in trouble for it, they will love the Kids Concoctions workshop area. This interactive workshop allows your kids to create Gooey Gunk and watch the experts make exploding volcanoes.

On top of all of these fun extras, your family will love Silver Dollar City for all of its great rides! Featuring rides for everyone from your toddler to your teenager, rides like the GIANT swing and Wildfire are sure to thrill and excite you. Your young children will enjoy rides and activities just for them in the Grand Exposition.

To take a break from the heat, head over to White Water Splash Park. Featuring twisting slides, fountains, and children’s water playgrounds, this park is sure to please anyone in your group. A fun day spent in the wave pool or lazy river is a perfect way to beat the heat and bustle of Branson. Combing White Water with your Silver Dollar City vacation is the perfect way to entertain your family and save money when you buy Play and Splash tickets, which give you admission to both Silver Dollar City and White Water.

Experience the Ozarks with the Branson Musical Getaway

Located in the heart of the Midwest, Branson and the Ozarks region is a perfect setting for escaping the hustle of the big city and settling into old-fashioned entertainment that can appeal to ages ranging from one to 99. And while the city’s more than 100 shows can certainly make for a confusing time of itinerary planning, with the Branson Musical Getaway you’ll find a guided look into some of the more popular show offerings in Branson for six days of non-stop entertainment and Ozarks hospitality.

Upon arrival in Branson, you’ll check-in at the Radisson Hotel Branson, your home for the next six days, and have the chance to become familiar with the Ozark mountain surroundings.

Once situated, you’ll start your journey of variety entertainment on day two with the Hughes Brothers and Dutton Family variety shows, and also pay a visit to the Mountain Man Nut and Fruit Company, a local favorite for snacks.

Day three will provide an international look into the stars of Branson as you experience the Celtic sounds of the Twelve Irish Tenors and then enjoy the antics of nationally known funny man Yakov Smirnoff.

Day four of the Branson Musical Getaway offers the choice of experiencing the natural beauty of the Ozarks with a couple different options. The Showboat Branson Belle presents a charming look at Table Rock Lake complete with meal and entertainment, while Silver Dollar City presents the typical thrills of a theme park wrapped in the natural surroundings and 1800′s culture of the Ozarks. Regardless of your selection, you’ll be treated to the incomparable Shoji Tabuchi performance on night four.

Your itinerary for day five will be filled as you experience Doug Gabriel and his 1969 Thunderbird muffler guitar in the morning and then spend the evening enjoying the rich harmonies presented at SIX.

Whether you’re a frequent Branson visitor looking for a quick and simple way to schedule some of the hottest shows in town or have never before visited and are feeling overwhelmed by the endless list of entertainment opportunities, the Branson Musical Getaway is a an easy and refreshing looking into the culture of Branson, MO and the Ozarks!

Branson, MO Says Goodbye to Celebration City

For six years, Celebration City has offered Branson visitors a unique look into the American culture of the first half of the 20th century with thrill rides, live shows, and themed areas ranging in topic from ‘Route 66′ to ‘small-town America.’ And it is with much sadness that Vacations Made Easy Blog announces that Celebration City will not be opening for the 2009 season. Herschend Family Entertainment, the parent company of Celebration City, has decided to close the park permanently due to unexpectedly low profits. However, with the ever popular Silver Dollar City still presenting a world-class theme park experience throughout the year, and White Water offering splashing fun throughout the summer months, Branson is certainly not left with a want for action. That is why instead of mourning the loss of Celebration City we have decided to focus on the quality theme parks that are still alive and well in the Ozarks!

Silver Dollar City

Since 1960, Silver Dollar City has been offering all of the thrills and fun of a theme park wrapped in the ambiance and culture of the Ozarks in the 1800′s. From wandering along tree-lined paths and enjoying scenic train rides to watching in awe as craftsmen display their talents and sale their wares, every step inside Silver Dollar City is a veritable step back in time. Of course, that’s not to say that Silver Dollar City is in any way lacking when compared to other popular theme parks throughout the nation. Right alongside the scenes of yesteryear you’ll find speeding roller coasters, splashing water rides, and numerous live shows to ensure that every member of your party is entertained throughout your day at Silver Dollar City!

White Water

During the summer months, Branson is blessed with not only Silver Dollar City, but White Water water park as well. Featuring 12 acres of various attractions and pools, White Water is a tropical oasis amidst the bright lights and hills that cover the 76 Strip and the Ozarks. What’s more, with special Play & Splash tickets you’ll gain access to both Silver Dollar City and White Water for a complete time of theme park fun during your next vacation to Branson, MO!

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