If you love barbeque ribs, the Annual Rock ‘n Ribs BBQ Festival in Springfield, MO is an event tailor made for you. Held on April 17th and 18th at Bass Pro Shops, the Rock ‘n Ribs Festival raises money for charities and it provides food and fun for contestants and spectators alike. The two day event features several team competitions in different categories such as the best pork ribs, the best brisket, the best chicken and the best sauce. Over 50 teams will battle it out in the Grill master cook-off. There is even a competition for which team can make the best Margarita. Other activities at the festival include a motorcycle show, a petting zoo, a climbing wall, a pie-eating contest and a variety of children’s activities. In addition, there will be plenty of live music to enjoy. The Kansas City Chiefs cheerleaders are even making a special appearance.
Best of all, the fun you have will help a good cause. The proceeds from the Rock ‘n Ribs Festival will be donated to several charities including Boys & Girls Town of Missouri, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Ronald McDonald House. Last year the event raised over 100,000 dollars for charities! For more information on the Rock ‘n Ribs Festival go to their website at http://www.rocknribs.com/ . If you plan on attending the Rock ‘n Ribs Festival you may want to reserve lodging in Branson through our website at http://www.bransonshows.com/ or call us at 1-800-987-6298 to make room reservations. Bring your appetite and come on down to the Missouri Ozarks for rock, ribs and recreation!

Dive into the ice cold waters of Table Rock Lake and make a splash for Special Olympics Missouri! Branson will be hosting its 4^th annual Polar Bear Plunge on February 14^th, 2009. This event enables brave souls who can bear the cold water, to jump into Table Rock Lake for an exhilarating winter swim. Each participant is encouraged to raise a minimum of $50 in charitable pledges, but many will raise considerably more. There are also prizes awarded for the best costume, so come dressed up and take the brave leap into the frigid waters! Proceeds support training and athletic competition for Missouri’s Special Olympic events. After drying off, you may want to check out a Branson show to reward yourself for diving into the icy depths.