Branson is not only an exciting place to see shows, but it also has many elegant events throughout the year. This February, you can celebrate Branson’s fine tastes at the Big Cedar Lodge’s Worman House during their Celebration of Tastes event. At the event, which takes place February 4-5, you can dress up and sip wine as you take part in a silent auction and indulge in luxurious culinary delights on Friday. Come back Saturday for a casual wine tasting and culinary demonstration so you can learn how professionals prepare a variety of delicious meals. Recipes will be provided, so you can go home and recreate these meals for your family! Many people will want to attend this exciting event, so be sure to secure your place by making reservations.

You can also indulge in luxurious fine dining at the Chateau on the Lake, where you will enjoy delicious French cuisine. The mountaintop Chateau has a terrific view of Table Rock Lake, providing an elegant atmosphere for your dinner. The Chateau on the Lake has an incredible six page wine list, so you are sure to find something unique that you’ve never had before. The Chateau’s wine list is so impressive that Wine Spectator magazine has given the Chateau their Award of Excellence to compliment their wonderful establishment. Whether you choose to sit at the Chef’s table for dinner or choose to have Sunday brunch at the Chateau, you are sure to enjoy your elegant dining experience!

You might want to catch a show in Branson after your dinner. You can purchase tickets for shows and reserve lodging conveniently online at Bransonshows.com!

Your New Year’s celebration doesn’t have to end at the stroke of midnight. You can still celebrate the coming of 2011 with a relaxing champagne brunch at Chateau on the Lake. This brunch is only available on January 1st from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, so make sure that you come and celebrate the New Year in style.

Brunch at Chateau on the Lake gives you a wide variety of delicious foods to choose from including regular breakfast items, salads, fruits, gourmet cheeses, shellfish, carved meats, and numerous desserts. You will certainly find that nobody will go hungry at this event. It’s one delicious way to greet the new year and something you will always remember.

After your brunch, you may want to enjoy some of the other activities and attractions that Branson has to offer. Check out BransonShows.com to find a place to stay while you’re visiting and some fun attractions available in 2011.

Branson, Missouri was selected to host an Ironman 70.3 qualifying race for the 2010 Foster-Grant Ironman World Championship 70.3 in Clearwater, Florida. Ironman 70.3 Branson is set to take place September 19, 2010.

The race allows for 2,000 participants, and registration is now open for triathletes wishing to participate in this event. Chateau on the Lake Resort and Convention Center is acting as the host hotel for this event, and the first phase of the triathlon begins there.

The Ironman 70.3 Branson begins with a 1.2 mile swim in Table Rock Lake, beginning from Chateau on the Lake and ending at Moonshine Beach. The second phase of the race is a 56 mile bike ride through the Ozarks hills, which is followed by a 13.1 mile run.

In addition to qualifying for the Ironman World Championship in Clearwater, the winner of the race wins $4,500, and monetary prizes also go to the second through sixth place winners, with $25,000 in prizes available overall. The Branson event is one of 34 qualifying events held in the U.S. for the championship event. 50 qualifying spots are up for grabs at the Branson event. The championship event is set for November 14, 2009.

Registration, event details, rules, and a schedule is available at the official Ironman Branson Web site.

For lodging during this event, check BransonShows.com for hotels and inns throughout the Branson area, including options near Table Rock Lake and Moonshine Beach. In addition, BransonShows.com offers tickets to many Branson shows and attractions to enjoy during this event. Visit BransonShows.com or call 1-800-987-6298 to set up your reservations.