Branson Named Top Holiday Lights Vacation Destination

Branson has been ranked as one of the best vacation destinations to visit to see holiday lights.

Yahoo! travel editors recently released a Top 10 Holiday Lights Destinations list, with Branson coming in at No. 6.  Branson, Missouri was included on the list because of its marvelous Ozark Mountain Christmas event, which features Silver Dollar City’s “An Old Time Christmas” and the Branson Area Festival of Lights.

The Old Time Christmas Festival at Silver Dollar City is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays as it is home to more than 4 million twinkling lights and over 1,000 Christmas trees.  There are also festive holiday light parades, shows, delicious treats and some rides are even open during the event (weather permitting).  Purchase discount Silver Dollar City tickets to discover holidays in the Ozarks.

The Branson Area Festival of Lights is a unique drive-through light display that is affordable family fun.  For the low cost of only $12 per vehicle, guests are treated to a mile-long drive with 175 displays.  For even more holiday lights, head to the Trail of Lights at Shepherd of the Hills.  Visitors can drive through the 160-acre historic homestead and view themed sections complete with holiday music and more than 4 million colorful Christmas lights.

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Branson, Missouri!

There are plenty of ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Branson, Missouri. Many of the shows perform special New Year’s Eve shows to commemorate the night, complete with party favors, food and beverages.

Branson shows performing on New Year’s include:

The Acrobats of China – Celebrating the Chinese New Year: Starting at 9pm, the amazing Acrobats of China will feature the acts that make their show one of the most popular in Branson. The celebration includes traditional Chinese hor d'oeuvers, sparkling non-alcoholic wine, party favors & hats, special Chinese souvenir and a midnight balloon drop.

Hamner Barber New Year's Eve Fiesta: Celebrate the New Year with a Fiesta Party, complete with incredible magical illusions and hilarious comedy, plus lots of fabulous, fresh food from Qdoba Mexican Grill. The party begins at 9pm.

Haygoods New Years Eve Show: Ring in the New Year with the Haygoods, where the show begins at 9pm and features the talented Haygoods family and Cassandre – The Voice of an Angel. Delicious food will be served and there will be a New Years Eve countdown, complete with a non-alcoholic toast balloon drop and auld lang syne music.

Jim Stafford’s New Year's Eve Show: Spend New Year’s Eve with Jim Stafford, where the fun beings at 9:30pm and doesn’t end until after the New Year is rang in. Your evening with Jim includes a fun-filled, action packed show, guaranteed to make you feel like a kid again!

Kirby VanBurch New Years Eve Spectacular: The magical evening begins at 9pm and includes a box dinner, party favors, non-alcoholic champagne, balloon drop and more!

Legends in Concert New Years Eve Show: Spend a legendary night with the tribute artists of Legends in Concert. The fun begins at 9:30pm and features crowd favorites Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Ray Charles, The Blues Brothers, and Elvis. New Years Eve show ticket includes party favors, hors d'oeuvres, seasonal beverages and a midnight celebration with the stars of Legends in Concert.

Pierce Arrow New Years Eve Show: The show begins at 9pm on New Years Eve and includes a gourmet box meal with deli style sandwich and dessert and free celebration favors to ring in the New Year.

Buy Branson New Years Eve Show tickets now!

Other shows performing during the day on December 31, 2010 include Christmas on the Trail, Circle B Supper Show, Comedy Jamboree, Dixie Stampede, Grand Country’s Amazing Pets, The Lennon Morning Show, The Rat Pack, Jukebox Journey and Miracle of Christmas.

Starlite Theatre Presents A Christmas Snow this Holiday Season

A Christmas Snow is an all-new Branson Christmas Show that is earning rave reviews from attendees.  The show, which is performed at The Starlite Theater, is a stage version of the inspiration 2010 movie.  The stage adaptation features the same actors who starred in the movie – Muse Watson, Catherine Mary Stewart and Cameron Ten Napel.

The production is a heartwarming story of family, faith and forgiveness that leaves audiences in tears with the powerful tale of a woman unable to celebrate Christmas because of the pain in her past. After a snowstorm traps her in her home with two unlikely guests, she is confronted with a life-changing choice: hang on to her hurt or let go and embark on the journey of hope that awaits the heart that dares to forgive. Adapted for the stage, this moving 90-minute instant-classic is sure to be the highlight of your Christmas season.

A Christmas Snow tickets are on sale now.  Tickets currently feature a $5 savings.

Hughes Brothers Show Named Best Christmas Show in Branson

The Hughes Brothers Show has been named the Best Christmas Show in Branson for 2011.

The Hughes Brothers were honored with the award during their performance on November 12.  The show was recognized through the Branson Show Awards.  This is the fourth consecutive year the Hughes Brothers Christmas Show has been recognized as Best Christmas Show in Branson.

In November and December, the Hughes Brothers Show brings together all the warmth and love of a traditional Christmas combined with a celebration of the true Meaning of the Season. From Santa to a living nativity scene this is the ne Christmas Show you'll want to share with your family!

Guest can choose to enjoy dinner and a show with the Hughes Brothers, or get tickets to the show only. The choice is yours!  Discount Hughes Brothers tickets are on sale now.

The Trail of Lights is Affordable Holiday Fun for Families

 
During your Branson vacation this holiday season, be sure to make time for a tour through the Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights.

The Trail of Lights winds through Shepherd of the Hill’s 160-acres, and guests will find a variety of beautiful, holiday-themed light displays along the way. This is the 23rd year the Shepherd of the Hills has produced the Trail of Lights, making it a tradition for many families. The Trail of Lights features more than 100 animated displays and over 4 million lights.

It’s great family fun too, because guests can enjoy the sights from the warmth of their own vehicles. Traveling through more than a dozen themed areas, including a Victorian Village and Winter Wonderland, families get a real sense of the joy of the season. Plus, Trail of Lights tickets include a trip inside Inspiration Tower, where guests can get a birds-eye-view of the twinkling lights from 230-feet.

Reindeer Prance Their Way to Titanic Museum Winter Wonderland Event

The Titanic Museum Branson welcomes visitors during the holidays with a Winter Wonderland celebration.  During November and December, the Titanic Attraction is a seasonal delight for the senses, with sights and sounds highlighting the magic of the season.  Come enjoy the glittering lights, festive decorations, and meet Santa and his special reindeer.

That’s right – live reindeer will be at the Titanic Branson on select dates.  Visitors are encouraged to come pet the reindeer and even get their picture taken with them.  This free event is a great way to make holiday memories.  The reindeer prance back to the Titanic Museum on November 24, 25, and 26 and December 2, 3, 9 and 10, 2011.

Vacation in Branson, MO today to experience all of the fun Branson attractions available during Ozark Mountain Christmas.

Branson Variety Theater Announces New Shows for 2012 Season

The Branson Variety Theater is known for its great shows.  Over the years they have been home to Bobby Vinton, Spirit of the Dance and Broadway!.

For the 2012 Branson shows season, the theater is bringing back The Twelve Irish Tenors, as well as Hooray for Hollywood and Shake, Rattle and Roll.  Shake Rattle and Roll was named best new show in 2010, and Hooray for Hollywood received the honor for the 2011 season.  Branson Variety Theater is also opening two new shows in 2012 – The Official Tribute: The Songs of the Four Seasons and The Beach Boys and The Miniature Pet Circus.

The Official Tribute Show beings March 4, 2012, and will take guests on a musical journey featuring the incomparable harmonies of two of the greatest American Rock and Pop bands of all times.  Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons are famous for hit songs like “Sherry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Rag Doll,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and any others.  The Beach Boys tribute will feature songs such as “Surfin’ USA,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Good Vibrations,” “California” and many other chart-topping hits.

The Miniature Pet Circus will be a summer show for families, scheduled for May 18 through August 18, 2011.  The show dazzles with singing ringleaders, acrobats, jugglers, clowns, magic and the Miniature Pet Circus.

The Gatlin Brothers & Debby Boone Together Again in Branson, MO

The Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone are together again at The Mansion Theatre in Branson, MO.

Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers have a combined 33 songs that have been on the Top 40 Billboard charts.  Their hits include “All the Gold in California,” “Houston (Means I’m One Day Closer to You,” “Broken Lady,” “She Used to be Somebody’s Baby,” and “Talkin’ to the Moon.” 

The first time The Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone performed together was last year in Branson, and they decided it was a tradition they wanted to continue. 

This is Debby Boone’s third season to be a part of OzarkMountain Christmas.  During the show, she performs a variety of songs, including her smash “You Light Up My Life.”  She also shares family stories and photos during the Branson show. Her father is the famous Pat Boone, and she has many memories of singing with her family, especially around the holidays. 

The Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone tickets are on sale now.  They perform in Branson through December 7, 2011.

Hamner Barber Variety Show Named Best Show for Families

The Hamner Barber Magical Variety Show has been voted the Best Show for Families in Branson, MO.

Dave Hamner and Jim Barber were honored with the award during their performance on November 6, 2011.  The show was recognized through the Branson Show Awards, who also honored them with the award for “Best Illusionist Performance.”

The Hamner Barber Variety Show is an action packed production with incredible, award winning magic illusions, hilarious comedy, and a talented troupe of dancers. 

Hamner Barber tickets currently feature a $3 savings, too, making their show affordable, family fun.

Daniel O'Donnell Performing Limited Engagement at Tri-Lakes Center Branson

Daniel O’Donnell is performing in Branson, Missouri just a few more times before his limited engagement at the Tri-Lakes Center ends.

O’Donnell returned to Branson for a 15^th time, with Daniel O’Donnell tickets selling out quickly.  There are tickets still available for shows on November 18, 19, 21, 22 and 23. Plus, tickets are less than $50 each.  Appearing with Daniel O’Donnell is Mary Duff.

This year’s show is a bit different than last year’s though, as both entertainers perform more of their regular songs.  Last year’s performance was billed as a Christmas show, with this year’s emphasis more on standard fare.  Only five Christmas songs are performed during the show.  O’Donnell stated that it was due to fan demand, as he only visits in November, and they wanted to see him perform the songs that have made him famous.  They perform a few duets as well.

Daniel O'Donnell plans to return to Branson MO next year as well, with show dates in November and December 2012.

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The Wonder of Christmas featured at Shoji Tabuchi Show

Shoji Tabuchi stars in one of the most popular shows inBranson, Missouri.  His Branson Christmas show is one that is on everybody’s wish list, and for good reason.  Shoji Tabuchi presents “The Wonder of Christmas” now through December 11, and the show is filled with old favorites, new surprises and special appearances by Tabuchi’s daughter, Christina.

The show is fast-paced and exciting, largely due to the amount of variety the Tabuchi’s squeeze into the two hour production.  Shoji Tabuchi’s violin is featured prominently during the Christmas show, but all kinds of different Christmas music is performed during the show.  The set lists includes traditional Christmas favorites, spiritual songs, hymns and a little bit of rock ‘n roll and country.  One of the most moving performances is that of “Ave Maria,” as is “O Holy Night.”

The Branson Shoji Tabuchi show features a large cast and crew, as well as high production values that create world-class show.  In all, there are 12 dancers, seen backup singers and a nine-piece band. 

Purchase Shoji Tabuchi tickets today to see why this is one of Branson’s can’t-miss shows!

Tony Orlando Returns to Welk Resort Theater in Branson

Tony Orlando is back in Branson, Missouri!  He will be performing his Great American Christmas show at the Welk Resort Theater, now through December 9, 2011.

The show consists of two main parts, with the first half dedicated to Christmas, with Tony Orlando singing holiday classics.  The second half of the show revolves around a short play Orlando wrote years ago that reimagines Santa Claus.  In Orlando’s version, Santa Claus is a soldier for Christ, putting the emphasis on the true reason for the season.

Veterans have always been important to Tony Orlando and that rings true during his Christmas show as well. Orlando makes a point that many of our favorite Christmas songs were inspired or influenced by our nation’s military, including songs like “I’ll be Home for Christmas.”

The Tony Orlando Show at the Welk Resort also includes a live band, dancers and new sets. 

Tony Orlando tickets are on sale now.

Andy Williams Christmas Show Celebrates the Holiday Season

The Andy Williams Christmas show debuted at the Moon River Theater last week, November 1, and has been a real hit with audiences.

Even though Andy Williams has not been able to perform in the show, due to being diagnosed with bladder cancer, he handpicked the cast for the show and has been very involved in the production. 

The Branson show features a variety of performers, including the Lennon Brothers and Gail Lennon, singer and instrumentalists Mike Cathcart, violinist Dean Church, and the Warnocks, a family vocal group.  Two of the headlining acts are The Lennon Sisters and Oh What a Night!, a Frankie Valli and the Four Season tribute quartet.  Both groups also perform their own shows at the Moon River Theatre.  Christmas with The Lennon Sisters performs daily, except for Sundays, at 2pm and Oh What a Night! performs daily, except for Sundays, at 10am. 

The Andy Williams Christmas show also includes quick change artists Pasha and Aliona, Russian-trained performers who dance and perform amazing quick changes; and Bob Anderson, a vocal impressionist also serving as the shows emcee.

An elaborate set, dancers, a live band, costumes, and lively renditions of holiday classics make this one of the top Branson shows to see this holiday season.

Andy Williams Christmas show tickets are on sale now.

Dino Kartsonakis returns to Branson for Christmas Season

Dino Kartsonakis is returning to the Branson stage for a limited engagement at the Tri-Lakes Center. 

Dino, an accomplished pianist, will perform with his wife Cheryl.  His performances are scheduled for 18, November 18, 19, 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 7:30pm.  The Christmas-themed show has been dubbed “The Sounds of the Season with Dino and Cheryl.”

The show will incorporate elaborate flair, costumes and sets, along with Dino playing his famed Austrian crystal piano. 

The Branson DinoChristmas Show is a magnificent production suited for anyone in the Christmas spirit!

Dino Christmas tickets are on sale now.

Celebrate An Ozark Mountain Christmas in Branson, Missouri

Ozark Mountain Christmas in Branson, Missouri officially began November 1, 2011.  Branson hosts one of the top holiday celebrations in the country and is one of the most popular places to spend the holidays.

The Branson Christmas season brings the best of the holidays to life, with wonderful stage productions, festive theme park fun, twinkling light displays throughout town and a Christmas spirit that puts everyone in a jolly mood. 

During the holiday season, Branson shows feature a variety of ways to celebrate this special time of year.  Some of the best Branson Christmas shows include Dixie Stampede Christmas, Miracle of Christmas, Baldknobbers Christmas, A Christmas Snow, Tony Orlando’s Great American Christmas, Hughes Brothers Christmas, and The Gatlin Brothers with Debby Boone.  Branson show tickets sell out fast during the holiday season, so be sure to book your tickets early.

Silver Dollar City presents An Old Time Christmas November 5-December 30, 2011.  With the purchase of discount Silver Dollar City tickets, you'll see the dazzling twinkle of over 4 million lights sets the park aglow, and the festive decorations that brings the true meaning of the season home.  Fantastic live holiday shows, parades and beautiful holiday arts and crafts make this celebration one of the top five in the nation, as voted by Good Morning America.

Shepherd of the Hills hosts their annual Trail of Lights now through the end of the year.  The attraction makes the countryside twinkle with Christmas lights, animated displays and themed countries and characters, all set to holiday music.  To finish the visit, guests are invited to go for a ride in Inspiration Tower, where they can get a birds-eye-view of the lights and festivities.

Reserve your Branson Christmas vacation today to see what an Ozark Mountain Christmas is all about!

Branson Christmas Shows Present Festive Holiday Productions

Christmas in Branson is a festive time of year that celebrates the true reason for the season.  Branson shows get in the Christmas spirit on November 1, 2011, with an array of theaters producing holiday themed shows.

Some of the top Branson Christmas shows include Shoji Tabuchi, Miracle of Christmas and Dixie Stampede Christmas.  One of the new shows in town for the 2011 Christmas season is A Christmas Snow, which is being performed at the Starlite Theater.  This is a stage adaptation of the movie released in 2010.  The inspirational show features the original actors, directors and writers and tells a heartwarming story of family, faith and forgiveness.

The Andy Williams Christmas show is presenting a new variety show featuring a packed cast of guest stars.  The show includes the Lennon Sisters, the Lennon Brothers with Gail Lennon, Mike Cathcart, the Warnocks, dance team Pasha and Aliona, violinist Dean Church, Bob Anderson, and “Oh What a Night” – a tribute to Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons.  Due to health reasons Andy may not make a live appearance in his Christmas Show.

Branson theaters will also bring a number of top-notch entertainers to the stage.  The Gatlin Brothers join Debby Boone for a Christmas show at the Mansion Theatre, while Tony Orlando presents his Great American Christmas show at the Welk Resort Theatre.  Other entertainers in town include The Oak Ridge Boys, Chubby Checker, Daniel O’Donnell and Dino.

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Purchasing discount Tony Orlando tickets guarantees you a seat at the Welk Resort Theater, where Tony Orlando is performing through December 9, 2011.  During the show, Orlando celebrates Christmas with seasonal classics and also pays tribute to our armed forces, which have always been close to Orlando’s heart.  The show also features Orlando’s play that reimagines Santa Claus as a soldier for Christ, putting the emphasis on the true reason for the season.

The sooner you purchase your Tony Orlando Great American Christmas show tickets, the better your seats. So buy your tickets now.

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