Branson Blog

Recognizing that our economic times demand creative measures when planning family vacations and establishing cherished memories,  iBranson is here to help ease the strain of that pocket book!  Not only are our hotels great hotels for kids, featuring kid-friendly amenities, iBranson offers free in-house ticket service in each of our hotels.  The service is operated by Branson locals who know the city and attractions well and are eager to provide our guests with a stress-free vacation package!   Our iBranson staff is eager to help you plan a vacation or weekend activities with the added advantage of BRANSON DISCOUNTS!  Our Best Western Center Pointe Inn is the perfect location for treating your family to COUNTLESS fun Branson activities.  Some things to consider -- Branson museums, including the Titanic and Hollywood Wax Museum, are both free to children 4 years and younger.  Branson Tracks Fun Parks offer 5 convenient locations and kids of all ages will enjoy go-karts, bumper rides, arcades, mini golf, laser tag, sky coaster, and eats & treats!  Along with the museums and Branson Tracks, the nearby Tanger Outlet Mall features more than 65 money-saving shops.  Make sure to contact one of the iBranson offices located at each of our hotels for great Branson discount tickets.  Call us today at 877-FUN-STAY for premier ticket information and Branson lodging specials!   

Summer is a beautiful time here in the Ozarks, but when the air begins to cool and the leaves begin to turn orange and red -- there can be no prettier place to be than Branson, Missouri!  Running from September 10 through October 29, Silver Dollar City hosts its National Harvest Festival complete with a gathering of American artists and craftsmen.  Visiting the park during this festival will affirm why Silver Dollar City is deemed "The Home of American Craftsmanship."  During the festival, over 130 visiting craftsmen from all over the country will join the regular crafts featured in the park.  Included will be Native American flutes, knife making, pumpkin carving, and more.  Additional features will include sand sculpting, chalk street artists, chainsaw carvers, birds of prey, and the biggest barn dance where you can strut your stuff on the wooden floor!  The "Taste of America" menu will feature foods from all regions of our great Nation -- great northern ham & beans, wrangler's buffalo chili, and gold rush strawberry pie!  Special festivals come at no extra charge and are enjoyed along with all the regular Silver Dollar City attractions.  Let our dedicated staff at iBranson help you with tickets for all the Branson special events, show packages and schedules, and our impeccable Branson accommodations.  Call us today at 877-ENTERTAIN.  

Discover Branson and explore the unique activities we have to offer.  iBranson's dedicated staff loves assisting its guests in planning the perfect vacation or weekend adventure suited for your individual tastes.  Call us today at 877-ENTERTAIN and let us help you with Branson show tickets and Branson special event information.   You won't want to miss the Midnight Cruise and Branson's Premier Car Event August 11- 13, 2011.  The cruise route begins on the corner of Highway 76 and Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and continues to Roark Valley Road.  Locals and visitors alike line the streets EARLY Saturday in anticipation of the car parade later that night.  Show-n-Shine will feature over 500 cars and trucks at the Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead.     Car enthusiasts -- you won't want to miss this enjoyable weekend!  

Grand Ole Opry member, Charlie Daniels, will be performing one night in the beautiful, newly renovated Mansion Theater!  Come on out to hear this legendary country and southern rock music group -- The Charlie Daniels Band, Thursday, April 28.  iBranson has tickets available and will assist you with accommodations in our luxurious Branson suites!  You will enjoy some of Charlie's biggest hits:  "The Devil Went Down to Georgia," "Long Haired Country Boy," "Uneasy Rider," and more! 

The Charlie Daniels Band will perform in the recently remodeled and refurbished 2150 seat theater.  Renovations include new carpet, new acoustics and sound system, along with enhanced lighting technology. 

Charlie is a born patriot and a supporter of our brave men and women serving in the military.  Branson, Missouri is also proud to honor and support our military and we do so in many ways.  Our entertainers take time in their shows to recognize the men and women who have served and are currently serving in the armed forces and pay tribute to these men and women with their performances.  Branson is proud to host the Charlie Daniels Band and we encourage you to call to reserve your tickets and allow our staff to assist with your hotel needs.  Call us today at 877-ENTERTAIN (877-386-7829).

Andy Williams is featuring Tony Roi - The Elvis Experience in his beautiful Moon River Theater and this is one show you don't want to miss!  Tom Jones claims, "Tony is so much like Elvis, it's scary!"  The moment Tony takes the stage his look, mannerisms, and movements pay tribute to the King of Rock and Roll.  Performing such legendary hits as, Heartbreak Hotel, Return to Sender, Caught in a Trap, and Wise Men Say,  Tony's authentic performance reveals that he is not just the look of Elvis as he brings his own incredible heart, soul, and talent to the stage.  Taking the audience down memory lane, Tony shares nostalgia and history surrounding the Rock and Roll era and the many performers who enhanced Elvis' rise to stardom.  Tony's performance appeals to an audience of all ages and his wit, charm, and stellar talent moves the audience from laughter to tears.  Before the show, enjoy a fabulous dining experience at Andy Williams Moon River Grill across from the Moon River Theater.  Call iBranson today at 877-ENTERTAIN and let us help you with fabulous Branson Show Packages and make sure you include Tony Roi - The Elvis Experience in your next trip to Branson! 

Some folks come to Branson, The Live Entertainment Capital of the World, to see the numerous award-winning, larger-than-life shows.  Some come to play on the Branson lakes or up their game on any of Branson's signature golf courses.  Still others come to SHOP!  So if shopping is what does it for you, tighten those shoe laces, buckle those belts and hold onto your hats 'cause we've got shopping galore right here Branson, Missouri!

Branson Landing, the multi-million dollar lakeview shopping experience, boasts eclectic shops, Belk Department Store, Bass Pro Sporting Goods, a host of dining options, entertainment, and more!  Plan to spend at least a portion of your Branson Vacation in the heart of downtown Branson on the Landing.  Don't miss Dick's 5 & 10 when downtown.  This old-fashioned dime store is historic in itself.  Chalk full of memorabilia, this is truly a one-stop-shop.

There are a number of Outlet Malls here, including Tanger Outlet Mall, Factory Shoppes at Branson Meadows, and Factory Merchants Mall.  Everything from recognizable name-brand outlets like Eddie Bauer, Disney, Dress Barn, VF Store, Liz Claiborne, L'eggs Hanes Bali Outlet, Welcome Home to harder-to-find outlets like Fossil and Banana Republic. 

IMAX Entertainment Complex has big shopping with more than 20 specialty shops.  Legacy & Legend Gifts offers a variety of toys and souvenirs while The Shadow Box offers gourmet foods and luxury bath & body gift items.  Fabulous Finds has an array of jewelry fashions with hundreds of other retail options throughout the IMAX indoor mall!

Centrally located in the heart of town, the Grand Village specializes in a variety of unique shops & boutiques.   The Village itself is something to behold.  Quaint and charming, with cobblestone walkways, it seems as though one steps right into a Thomas Kinkade picture.   And if that's not enough, the artist's Signature Art Gallery is on the property, featuring the works of the world renowned painter of light.  Kringles Christmas Store is a sight to behold with thousands of Christmas ornaments, collectibles and more!  Mulberry Mill welcomes you with fine home decor, keepsakes and gourmet food.  Alice in Toyland, for the kid in all of us, welcomes all ages with an unbelievable display of toys, gizmos and gadgets.  Jewelry, books, art, crafts, fashion, sports apparel, collectibles and more await shoppers of distinction. 

If you enjoy purchasing from artisans, you'll thoroughly enjoy the Branson Mill, Whitney's Craft Mall, and the shops at Silver Dollar City.

And don't forget about the gift shops inside many of the Branson Theaters and Museums. Both Titanic and Diana-the People's Princess have an amazing assortment of themed gifts.  Sight & Sound Theater has a number of gift stations throughout their complex, featuring inspirational gifts and more.  Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater has a gift shop full of Elvis Presley momentoes.  Beatle Mania abounds inside The Mansion.  Kirby VanBurch, Jim Stafford, Shoji Tabuchi, Andy Williams, Yakov Smirnoff and Branson Variety Theater all have phenomenal gift shops!

For the thrifty shopper, Branson has numerous thrift stores, most supporting worthy causes.  For the nature lover, Branson offers such treasures as gift shop inside The Dewey Short Visitor's Center.  Browse the gift shops inside dining establishments for further discoveries.  State Park Marina, the Chamber of Commerce, Shepherd of the Hills...no matter where you go or what you do during your visit to Branson, you're sure to find shopping most everywhere, even if you're not looking! 

Branson's New Year's Eve selection of celebrations seems to increase each year.  This year plan to celebrate in style!  We've got a star-studded evening at the Starlite with Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers along with the phenomenal Texas Tenors!  Pair this special event with a super fantastic rate at the Best Western Center Pointe just next door, and you've got the beginnings of a great New Year!

We've got comedy!  Jim Stafford or Pierce Arrow really know how to get you going.  Grand Jubilee combines comedy and music for another entertaining option.  Legends in Concert offers the ultimate in tributes as they feature Michael Jackson, The Temptations, George Strait, the Blues Brothers, and Elvis Presley as portrayed by Dean Z (lineup subject to change).  Or partake in an exhilerating journey of love & hope with Yakov's Dinner Adventure.  The Acrobats of China, Kirby Van Burch, Hamner Barber's New Year's Eve Fiesta, Clay Cooper's Country Music Express and many more offer quality entertainment and festivities fit for a king (and queen, and their little princes and princesses)! 

And the best thing about celebrating New Year's Eve in Branson?!  It's affordable!  Shops are running end-of-the-year sales.  We've got dining certificates for 1/2 price.  Hotel rates are, on the average, lower this time of year.  But availability is limited so don't delay!  Secure your seating and lodging today!

With contemporary celebrations everywhere one looks, it's no small miracle that the traditional celebrations of Christmas still exist in the tiny town aka the tourist phenonmena of Branson, Missouri.

Officially beginning Nov. 1, Ozark Mountain Christmas thrives in Branson and the surrounding areas, celebrating the birth of our Christ, the compassion of the season through gift giving, commemorative lights and love in spirit and decor.

Silver Dollar City recently received top ten recognition for their efforts.  Talk about a Winter Wonderland!  With eyes aglow, one walks through the gates and is immediately transported to a simpler time.  Billions of Christmas lights, carollers in costume reminiscent of the 1800's, unmistakeable smells of cider and nog fill the air.  Nothing quite compares to the experience of Silver Dollar City at Christmas time.

But the shows give it a whirl!  From the Miracle of Christmas at Sight & Sound Theatre which features breathtaking scenes from the Biblical story of Mary & Joseph and baby Jesus come alive on a 300 foot wrap-around stage. 


The Duttons certainly know how to transform an ordinary evening into an extraordinary one, filled with love & laughter, as they present their beautiful, touching Christmas show. 

Across the street, The Hughes Brothers, billed as the World's Largest Performing Family, really go to town!  In addition to their traditional, 5 part harmony melodies, a special guest appears in the second half.  Santa reminds us all of the colors of the season and the heartfelt meanings each color holds as this multi-talented family warms the hearts of audiences with their renditions of classic Christmas carols.

With so many shows and attractions decked out for Ozark Mountain Christmas, one would have to see a show a day for 6-8 weeks.  That's just about right!  We'll give you a great deal on any one of our award-winning hotels if you plan to stay that long!  You'll never want to leave and we won't blame you!  Branson at Christmas time is that magical.

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Nestled in the heart of the Ozarks, Branson is a favorite vacation destination for millions of visitors each year!  From theme parks to theaters, lakes to lodging, golf courses to shopping galore, attractions and restaurants aplenty, this community-minded, spirit-filled town has seemingly endless options!  Repeat visitors already know what all awaits them.  For unsuspecting souls, Branson is simply packed with unimaginable fun.  With almost too much to choose from, it is not only nice but a relief to have a friend, our travel specialists who live and work in the area, available to assist with the planning of an unforgettable trip to America's fun spot, Branson, Missouri. 

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