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For the first time, the annual Jamboree of the Chuckwagon Association of the West will be held in Branson at the Circle B Theatre Oct. 24 through 27. Continue reading →

The Baldknobbers began Branson’s family entertainment phenomenon in 1959, when the four Mabe brothers began entertaining fisherman on the downtown Branson lakefront. Continue reading →

Yakov Smirnoff, …announced today “The Yakov Moscow Circus is promising to be bigger, better, and more unforgettable than ever!” Continue reading →

“Ripley Entertainment Inc.,” has acquired its Believe It or Not! Odditorium franchise in Branson, Mo. Continue reading →

On February 28, 2010, at 6:00 pm, the Skyline Baptist Church in Branson, will host an event honoring the Four Chaplains who gave their lives for their men in WWI. Continue reading →

Recording artist Jimmy Doyle from Little Rock returns as the next guest on the “Gene Williams Country Music Television Show,” Feb. 13 and 14. Continue reading →

Van Burch has starred on of NBC’s “World’s Greatest Magic,” and currently has his own show in Branson, Missouri. Continue reading →

On Tuesday, Jan. 12, more than 15 presenters will preview dozens of special events planned for March through May Continue reading →

Country music’s Gene Williams provides one of country’s newest groups, “New Trick,” a stage for a nationwide premier of its first music video… Continue reading →

Gene Williams opens the New Year with two special guests Branson entertainer Brandi Ely and James Marvell. Continue reading →

“We work extremely hard to make this a family Christmas event from the Baldknobbers family to yours,” said Tim Mabe… Continue reading →

After a two year run the exclusive the Titanic Branson will close its “Titanic” movie tribute gallery on January 1, 2010. Continue reading →

Vicky Vaughan, accomplished entertainer and singer, will be performing in the Branson area on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Morningside Continue reading →

The Liverpool Legends return to my show for a chat and announcement that the band will be finishing this season in Branson at the Starlite Theatre and moving to the Manson in 2010. Continue reading →

Silver Dollar City’s An Old Time Christmas has become one of the country’s most recognized events for spectacular lighting and world-class entertainment Continue reading →

Impressionist Mike Walker is the next guest on the “Gene Williams Country Music Television Show” to be telecast Oct. 3 and 4. Continue reading →

Gene Williams, Loretta Lynn, Mike Snider and the late Dottie Rhodes were inducted Sept. 20 into the George D. Hay Music Hall of Fame Continue reading →

Branson Landing announced its final Concert Series event for the 2009 Season– kicking off at 8:00 PM on Friday, September 25th. The bang will be provided by APA! Continue reading →

The “Riders of the Circle B” will be headlining at the “Gene Autry Film and Music Festival, in Gene Autry, Oklahoma on September 27. Continue reading →

American_Pyrotechnics_Association promises dazzling fireworks displays like none other will light up the Branson sky. Continue reading →

From traditional quartet harmonies to upbeat country and bluegrass, Silver Dollar City’s Southern Gospel Picnic presents the top performers in gospel music along with hearty home-cooking served up picnic-style Continue reading →

Coca-Cola invites you to enjoy The Carney & Guinn Trio live at Factory Merchants Branson on Sat, July 25 at noon until 2pm in the upper courtyeard. Continue reading →

Neal McCoy, country music superstar and two-time Entertainer of the Year, brings his show to Yakov’s Theatre in Branson MO. Neal McCoy’s show opens on June 16 at 8:00pm and runs through November 1. Continue reading →

The Baldknobbers Jamboree in Branson, Missouri, is really a history of music in Branson and the Ozarks. While the band doesn’t have washtubs or a jawbone anymore, the country music show that audiences enjoy each night adheres faithfully to the very beginnings Continue reading →

Ten young local dancers from the Dance Branson Stars dance team have been selected to perform at the Great American Pie Contest, hosted by Al Roker, this Saturday, April 25th at 9:15am. Continue reading →

Branson’s Silver Dollar City is famous for the quality and family wholesomeness of the entertainment it provides on an everyday basis, but the celebration of “Young Christians’ Weekend,” which will be the week end of March 27 through March 29, is really something special. Continue reading →

a two day celebration of the National and Inter-National recognition of wines produced in the state of Missouri. Saturday and Sunday, April 25 & 26, at The Chateau on the Lake Resort, the exhibit hall will open for tastings of Missouri Wines from many of the nearly 80 wineries located in the Show Me State. Continue reading →

Country music legend and internationally-acclaimed steel guitarist, Tom Brumley died Tuesday, February 3, 2009. He was 73 years old. The “Celebration of Life” services for Tom will be held in Branson on Sunday, February 15 at 2 pm at the Baldknobbers Country Music Theater
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This free, one-day only, choir performance will be held by the ship’s bow, located at the intersection of State Highway 76 and Gretna Road in Branson, MO, on Saturday, January 17, 2009 as part of the Third Annual Titanic Branson Ice Sculpturing Event being held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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After extending their show season to run through all of December, the Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus have once again added shows to their Branson, MO schedule. The New Shanghai Circus in Branson, Missouri will have shows on January 1, 2009 through January 4, 2009, at 8:00 PM. Continue reading →

Schedule of Highlight Events taking place during Branson’s Veterans Week Celebration. Continue reading →

Visitors to Branson can experience one of America’s most acclaimed Christmas celebrations, Silver Dollar City’s “An Old Time Christmas,” with more lights than ever before and an exciting new interactive musical show, “Frosty” that invites kids to help bring the legendary snowman to life. Continue reading →

Celebrated tribute artist production ‘Legends in Concert’ announced today that they have signed a multi-year, multi-dimensional agreement with GEP, Inc., the owner of the Dick Clark American Bandstand Theater, becoming its resident headline entertainment attraction commencing in 2009. Continue reading →

Featuring Hollister Boos Bash and Faith Luteran’s Great Pumpkin Drop and historic pictures at the Branson History Museum. Continue reading →

The Branson High School drama department will present “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” October 2 and 4 in the Auditorium. Continue reading →

Branson’s Silver Dollar City, long known as “The Home of American Craftsmanship,” celebrates its roots with the debut of the new Culinary & Craft School during the Ozarks’ premier fall festival, Silver Dollar City’s National Harvest Festival. Showcasing interactive culinary arts and craftsmanship, this new project opens as… Continue reading →

On Saturday, September 27, 2008, Branson’s American Presidents Museum will participate in the fourth annual Museum Day, presented by Smithsonian magazine. Museum Day is a day when museums and cultural institutions nationwide open their doors free of charge to Smithsonian magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors. Continue reading →

Festival features award-winning entertainers, sensational singing & a picnic feast August 28- September 7 Continue reading →

The Branson edition of the world’s greatest live tribute show announces an exciting, new fall lineup of stars The Blues Brothers (Justin Clark and Art Vargas), and Elvis (Dean Z), Garth Brooks (Steve Fairchild), Tina Turner (Lori Mitchell-Gay) and Liza Minnelli (Suzanne Goulet). Continue reading →

Branson Landing’s activities promise to offer unique opportunities for families and friends to support the MDA while being entertained, enjoying a host of activities and indulging in the area’s finest foods. “With three jam-packed days of events, concerts and specials, we are hoping that the community will come out and help us support the MDA’s efforts to eradicate neuromuscular diseases,” stated Tammy Scholten, Director of Marketing for the Landing. Continue reading →

Today’s event could be named the world record, as we were seeking to create this category. However Guinness had set the bar, that in order to make the book, we needed… Continue reading →

The current state of the economy has significantly increased demands on the local food pantry for Taney County residents operated by Christian Action Ministries (CAM). Branson’s entertainment family, the Duttons, hopes to help “beef up” the CAM food pantry with a benefit performance at 8 PM on Saturday, August 9th. Continue reading →

Mount Pleasant Winery’s new location in Branson is more than just a fabulous place to sample great wines. It is a wine shop, art gallery and hands-on bottling experience all rolled into one. Continue reading →

Silver Dollar City presents its Biggest Kids Fest Ever with an impressive list of all-new nationally branded entertainment during the National Kids Fest, running June 7 – August 10. Continue reading →

Branson Landing celebrates 2nd brithday with free STARSHIP Concert and the first annual Branson Landing’s 1st Annual Downtown Clown A’Round – where Branson Landing will be transformed into a Festival of Family Fun for Everyone! Continue reading →

Local residents and tourists can now enjoy the latest family friendly movies in a unique setting—underneath a star filled sky with the beautiful Lake Taneycomo and the world-class Branson Landing Fountains serving as the “theater’s” backdrop. Continue reading →

Amid the flavors of bluegrass music are the seasonings of an All-American barbecue. These two ingredients combine to create one of the Midwest’s most popular springtime festivals at Silver Dollar City, May 10 – June 1.
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This award-winning five-day festival begins at noon on Tuesday, April 8 and runs through Saturday, April 12. BransonFest Concerts, featuring world renowned Branson performers, will be held each day on… Continue reading →

In terms of the quality of the shows being offered and price point the “Springtastic Show Spree” could be the best show value ever available in Branson! Continue reading →

Recent negotiations with the owners of the building where the museum has been operating for the past 18 months has produced a new lease and … Continue reading →

Justin Flom, Branson’s rising star, brought home the People’s Choice Award in an extraordinary international magic festival held for the past two weeks in Malaysia.
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Gary Conway’s new film “Womans Story” will be part of a unique Branson event combining combining Film, Artisan Wine Events, and Celebrity Receptions on November 10-11. Continue reading →

Stars of America’s all time favorite variety show are in Branson this week for the Welk Stars Reunion 2007. The five-day schedule with nine live performances at the Welk Resort Theatre begins Wednesday, Sept. 5 and runs through Sunday, September 9. Continue reading →

Festival Features Top Performers, Great Harmonies & a Picnic Feast
August 30 – September 9. Featured artists include 2006 International Bluegrass Music Association Gospel Recording of the Year winners Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; Dove Award winners The I Continue reading →

Singer/songwriter Adam Hood is coming to Bransonto turn you on to a “Different Groove.” Hood will be opening for “American Idol” and fellow Alabamian Taylor Hicks at the Welk Resort Theatre on July 30.
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From the splashiest animal show to the region’s biggest water slide, from a giant thrill ride to the coolest show on ice, Branson’s biggest attractions, Silver Dollar City, Celebration City, and White Water, present all-new adventures for Continue reading →