The end of the year is approaching faster than you realize, and although the majority of Branson shows will be closed at the end of December, there are still several that will be celebrating the new year. Make a toast to 2011 as midnight approaches on December 31, and forget all your worries of the old year at one of these great Branson performances! 

If you like seeing the graceful performance of the Acrobats of China, you can sit back and relax as they perform their traditional show as well as a full celebration to remember the Chinese New Year. The acrobatic show will provide an exquisite chinese buffet, party favors, non-alcoholic beverages and an exciting balloon drop at around 9:00 p.m. In addition, the Branson Belle Showboat is having its own celebration for on New Year’s Eve, and its four hour cruise will include a midnight toast to 2011, dancing and a full fireworks display beside the nearby chateau. The showboat will come to a stop so you can fully enjoy fireworks display. Another exciting celebration is the Jim Stafford Show, providing you with the same great traditional family music as well as party favors, souvenir gifts, party hats and an enormous balloon drop as the clock strokes twelve.

Set your resolution early for 2011 by reserving dates to one of these great shows! The dazzling entertainment and family friendly atmosphere will bring you into the new year, and don’t forget to check out Branson lodging and other Branson activities while you’re here.

Your kids will be thrilled with the Branson area’s 18th Annual Hollister Santa Train, which comes rolling through the city on December 12 at downtown Hollister’s historic train depot. Santa will be arriving around 2:00 p.m., but you’ll want to bring your family early to make sure the kids get a great spot in line. Once Santa’s train arrives at the depot, he’ll invite children to come aboard to tell him what gifts they want most for this year’s Christmas.

The event lasts about an hour and a half, and it’s free for everyone who would like to attend. The Hollister community welcomes visitors to their small town, and they’re only about a 5-10 minute drive from Branson, so visitors won’t have to worry about waking up for an early drive. In addition to Santa’s train, the community will bring out a fire truck, ambulance, and police car for the kids to examine. Activities such as decorative face painting and inflatables will provide the children with more excitement and fun.

If you’re interested in heading out to the Branson area for this December weekend, you can reserve Branson lodging online as well as booking a few of our activities. Don’t forget to visit some of the Christmas shows, and head out to Silver Dollar City to witness the over four million lights that line the buildings and trees throughout the traditional theme park.

Every year, approximately 40,000 visitors gather near Branson’s streets for their annual Adoration Parade and Lighting Ceremony, and this year’s 62nd parade promises to be just as exciting as years past. Come down December 2 and feast your eyes on the decorated, well-lit floats that move along downtown Branson, which feature holiday themes like Santa and his reindeer.

The highlight of the Branson Parade will be the beautiful nativity scenery that provides the true meaning of Christmas for spectators. You’ll be able to view the entire manger scene where baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph are the focal point. Viewers will see all these sights and more with festive music to bring out the spirit of the holiday season for all visitors. View all 70 of the floats and marching units, which have marched down the Branson streets since 1949.

Enjoy one of the comfortable Branson hotels during your stay in December, and be sure to reserve some of the area activities for a fulfilling winter vacation. Prepare for the Christmas season with everything our city has to offer.

The Christmas season is close at hand, and nothing excites your kids more than a meeting with Santa. Families will be granted this opportunity at the Titanic Branson, a museum replicated to match the legendary Titanic on its exterior and interior. Saint Nicholas and his magical reindeer will be visiting the Titanic on November 26 and 27 and into December on the 3, 4, 10 and 11. Come by to participate in the holiday cheer, and let your kids share part of their wish list with Santa.

Parents can have their kids’s picture taken with Santa to share the childhood memories for a lifetime. Reindeer will be fully decked out in Christmas gear, from the red and green harnesses to the golden bells on their neck. Best of all, the event is free, so you can bring the whole family without having to worry about spending all of your Christmas money. Don’t miss this two week event taking place right after Thanksgiving Day!

Your stay in Branson can be completed with one of our many attractions such as a Christmas show. Also, you can browse through hotel amenities and room types to match the needs of you and your family. We welcome you here for the end of the year festivities!

The holidays are coming up quick, and in early November, many of the shows in Branson will be changing their production to match the holiday cheer. With new carols, Christmas decorations and lights, Branson shows will supply their traditional hit performances you’re used to as well as several new numbers. Begin the season right by reserving your seats at these Christmas shows.

Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show

Sit down to an extraordinary performance of talented horses and entertainers as you eat a delicious four-course meal. The Dixie Stampede will celebrate the Christmas season by showing a live nativity scene during the show, capturing the season’s true spirit. Also, part of the decor in the show include an enormous Christmas tree, as well as other festive decorations. Christmas music will be part of the atmosphere and environment as you watch the show’s 32 horses perform.

Jim Stafford Show

The hilarious Jim Stafford will use his incredible talents to entertain theentire audience, adopting his traditional show antics in the first half and transitioning into a Christmas production after intermission. Stafford’s performance is nothing short of amazing, and he’ll be using snakes, gorillas, bees and chihuahuas to add to the comedic element. During the second half, audience’s will receive a few holiday jokes along with a few Christmas songs from Stafford’s guitar.

Shoji Tabuchi

Don’t forget to visit one of Branson’s most talked-about performances, the Shoji Tabuchi show. He too has transformed his production to accommodate the holiday experience, featuring a bright world with Christmas carol choreography, mischievious elves and of course jolly Santa Clause. Don’t worry, Shoji is still including the elements you love about his show, with a variety of music genres, violins and stunning dance moves.

These are just a few of the Christmas shows available to Branson visitors. Along with these great choices, you can also reserve Branson lodging through our site to complete your holiday vacation!

Family and friends are more than welcome to enjoy a wonderful meal at Branson’s Chateau on the Lake Resort on November 25, Thanksgiving day. The Holiday Brunch lasts from 11 in the morning until 3 in the afternoon. Come enjoy the beautiful fall colors and attractions of Branson on your vacation this year. A professional team of chefs, including Executive Chef Doug Knopp, will prepare a feast served buffet style so that no one in your group will go hungry. There are many exquisite recipes, including a variety of desserts, but the tender prime rib and baked turkey are highly recommended among the cuisine.

The meal is an impressive one, but it doesn’t compare to all the other attractions that Branson has to offer. If you decide to come a day or two early before Thanksgiving, you can take your pick of several different Branson shows, including the legendary Miracle of Christmas at the Sight and Sound Theatre Branson or the influential Acrobats of China featuring the New Shanghai Circus. Don’t forget to reserve lodging ahead of time as well, as the hotel rooms will be filling up. After your meal, you can watch the latest football game or take a long nap.

As a salute to all American veterans, the Branson Veterans Task Force will be promoting the “Veterans Homecoming Week,” taking place on November 5-11. Everyone is invited to be part of the event, and special tributes and entertainment will be used during the week to show just how much our veterans mean to us, whether past or present. Branson is known for celebrating the commitment and sacrifice of veterans, and this year promises to be just as honorable. 

Members of the community and visitors from around the nation are strongly encouraged to attend and bring friends who have served in the military. Throughout the week, special Branson entertainers will present special music and performances to provide a true salute to America’s heroes. If you’d like to stay for the duration Veterans Week, be sure to book Branson lodging as well as some of the special activities in the area.

Set up a true country experience in Branson on October 22 with The Front Men concert, combining the melodic voices and instruments of Restless Heart, Alabama and Lonestar into one memorable show. Book your tickets for the city’s Tri-Lakes Center and enjoy these music stars as they sing some of their combined 40 chart-topping hits.

The stars will all take the stage at the same time and sing all evening, belting out such hits as “Feel’s So Right,” “Bluest Eyes In Texas,” and “Amazed.” Each one will highlight the talents of the individual singers, and the production inside the center will keep the audience engaged from the opening song to the finale. Stay around after the concert’s over for an autograph from your favorite singer, whether it’s Alabama’s Randy Owen, Restless Heart’s Larry Stewart or Lonestar’s Richie McDonald.

If you’re interested in staying for a fall vacation, Branson boasts all kinds of area lodging, from the smallest rooms to the largest suites. You will also find all kinds of activities and other shows to choose from if you wish.

Carpenters and artists are invited to take part in the Fall Rendezvous II Woodcarving seminar at the Convention Center in Compton Ridge Campground. Taking place on Oct. 17-21, the event will help those who were inspired from Branson’s Titanic Woodcarving competition which took place earlier in the month. Whether you’re an experienced veteran with a carving knife or are interested in learning a new craft, the seminar will provide classes for all to attend.

Woodcarving classes will go from 9-5 with a break for lunch in between. After classes, woodcarvers are encouraged to practice what they’ve learned for the day. Instructors will place a special emphasis on the upcoming Christmas season, so woodcarvers can work on holiday themed projects if they wish.

If you’d like to participate in this fun Branson event or would simply enjoy a relaxing fall vacation, the city is home to many great shows and activities for all ages to attend while here. View the lights of Silver Dollar City or eat a dinner at the Dixie Stampede. You’re welcome to book a Branson hotel as well.

Listen up, fishermen and hunters from around the country! The Branson Convention Center will be presenting the Midwest Hunting and Fishing Expo coming up from October 8-10, and you’re welcome to bring your entire family to this fun event.

As you walk in, you’ll find a diverse selection of booths and exhibits to visit, ranging from displays of high quality ATV’s to heavy duty fishing rods. Seminars from famous speakers are available to attend, and you and your kids can choose the topics that interest you most. Here are some of the highlights of the event:

• Seminars by Top Hunting Pros
• Custom Knife Makers
• Great Prices on Hunting and Fishing Gear
• Seminars by National Fishing Pros
• New 2011 Boats

Activities geared toward kids, such as face painting, illusions and balloon animals are also available. Enter into a drawing for a chance to win a handmade knife by the legendary Tom McGinnis! If you’d like to stay for both days of the event, you’re welcome to stay in one of Branson’s hotels and pick out some other Branson activities while you’re here.