Branson Area 2005 4th of July Fireworks Displays and Celebrations

The Branson area will celebrate America’s Independence Day with a variety of celebrations. Although most will be on July 4 it should be noted that Forsyth has their celebration on Saturday, June 18 and the Chateau on the Lake will have theirs on Sunday, July 3. All except the Branson Veterans Task Force’s “Spirit of 76” celebration will have fireworks which will start at dusk.

The Forsyth and Rockaway Beach celebrations will feature entertainment and family activities prior to their fireworks displays. The Rockaway Beach celebration will feature four or five different acts, an Army Black Hawk Helicopter, and an exhibition by a professional skate board team.

To insure a good viewing point it is suggested that you be in position at least an hour before “dusk.” For additional information please call the contact number given below.

Annual 4^th of July Event (Held on June 18^th)

Location: Shadow Rock Park in Forsyth

Contact: Forsyth Chamber of Commerce – Phone: 417-546-2741 or Janice Hedgepedth, 417-546-4796

Date/Time: Saturday, June 18/ Dusk

Comments: Tractor Pull at 1:00 PM. Fireworks start at Dusk. Other activities start at 5:00 PM. Hamburgers, hot dogs and other good things to eat and drink, children’s games, music and entertainment. This event is sponsored by the National Enzyme Corporation and is for the benefit of the Gift of Hope which buys school bags and supplies for the needy children of Taney County.

“Spirit of 76”

Location: Branson’s Stockstill Park

Contact: Branson Veterans Task Force 417-337-8387

Date/Time: Monday, July 4/ 8:00 AM -11:00 AM.

Comments: Food, fun. and patriotic activities for the whole family. NO FIREWORKS.

Hollister’s 4th of July Fireworks Display and Celebration
Location: Historic Downing Street in Hollister

Contact:Phone: 417-334-3050

Date/Time: Monday, July 4/ Dusk

Good Viewing Area: Along Business Hwy 65 in Historic downtown Hollister.

Fireburst -Fireworks Display

Location: Kimberling City

Contact: Kimberling City Table Rock Chamber of Commerce – Phone: 1-800-595-0393

Date/Time: Monday, July 4/ Dusk

Comments: Good Viewing Area: Right on Route 13 in downtown Kimberling City, near Kimberling City Shopping Mall, about 6 miles south of Branson West. Can be viewed very well from Table Rock Lake near the north end of the bridge..

Rockaway Beach 4^th of July Celebration and Fireworks Display

Location: Downtown Rockaway Beach

Contact: – Rockawy Beach Chamber of Commerce 1-800-798-0178 or Vince Blubaugh 1-417-561-0617

Date/Time: Monday, July 4. Activities run from 3-9 PM with Fireworks starting at 9:00

Comments: Activities, food, and fun for the whole family with entertainment, professional skateboarding exhibition, and Army Blackhawk Helicopter on display. Fireworks can be viewed from Lake Taneycomo.

Chateau on the Lake

Location: Just north of Table Rock Dam on State Highway 165/265

Contact: 417-334-1161

Date/Time: Sunday, July 3, 2005/ Dusk.

Good Viewing Areas: From Table Rock Lake via boat or park in Chateau’s public areas.

Big Cedar Lodge

Location: Off State Highway 86 in Ridgedale.

Contact: 417-335-2777

Date/Time: Monday, July 4/ Dusk

Good Viewing Area: In front of Registration Building or from Table Rock Lake.

Show Boat Branson Belle

No guarantees and you take your chances but the 8:00 PM Dinner Cruise has been known to anchor and watch Big Cedars display. Then they have their “Show.” Gets in about 45 minutes later than usual. Call 417-338-2611 for info.