Many shopping opportunities are available to Branson locals and visitors on November 26, the day after the Thanksgiving feast. Several stores and outlets open early, and places like the Factory Merchants Branson will have a special Early Bird sale for those that get in line before the sun rises. Their custom hours are as follows:

• Friday, November 26: 7 am – 10 pm
• Saturday, November 27: 8 am – 10 pm
• Sunday, November 28: 9 am – 7 pm

For those who would like to have a little time on Thanksgiving Day, the Factory Merchants Branson will have extended hours from noon to 6 pm. Make sure you grab the best deals, as your opportunities couldn’t be better! Some of the more well-known outlets include shoe stores like Reebok and Red Wing Shoes, houseware from Black and Decker Clearance, sportswear from Izod and Van Heusen and delicious treats from Auntie Anne’s Soft Pretzels. You’ll have plenty of time to shop through these and more once you arrive.

In addition to the shopping extravaganza on November 26, you and your family may want to relax with some entertainment for the evening. Many of Branson shows, including Christmas shows like the Spirit of Christmas and the Sight and Sound Theater’s Miracle of Christmas will be available for tickets. Also, don’t forget to reserve a Branson hotel if you’re planning on staying a couple of days!

If you have not checked out BransonShows.com lately, you have been missing out! With the addition of new promotions and information about the 2009 Branson Christmas season, booking your vacation is more affordable and easier than ever.

Branson Christmas 2009

The Branson holiday scene can be difficult to keep up with, and with over 100 live shows, it is almost impossible to keep track of all the shows that change their performance for the holiday season. To make finding this information easier for our customers, we have posted a comprehensive Christmas Shows article that contains information on every holiday show we offer in Branson. With thirty-two different holiday shows, visitors have more options than ever for their visit during the Ozark Mountain Christmas. In addition, if you want to know which shows do not have Christmas shows for the season, we have the Traditional Branson Performances for Winter 2009 article.

2009 Promotions

With all of the great shows that Branson offers, the cost of a visit can rise quickly. To help Branson visitors make the most of their time in the Ozarks, we have over 40 new promotions on shows and lodging. Shows participating in the promotion include Yakov Smirnoff, Acrobats of China, Jim Stafford, and Spirit of Christmas. The promotions offered are varied. Some shows offer discounts, free tickets, or buy one get one half off tickets. For lodging, we have several listings that offer a free night. Participating hotels include the Ramada Limited Branson, Best Western Branson Inn and Conference Center at Silver Dollar City, and Victorian Palace. With promotions on both lodging and popular activities in Branson, you can do more and stay longer. These promotions are only available for a limited time, however, so check out our selection today!

With so many options for holiday shows and activities in Branson, becoming overwhelmed with the selection is easy! Whether this is your first Branson Christmas experience or your tenth, Branson has both perennial favorites as well as fresh offerings for you to enjoy during your visit.

The Andy Williams Christmas Show is one of the most popular holiday shows in Branson and has been for many years. As one of the first performers to create a Christmas Show, Andy Williams offers a holiday show that presents the best of the season’s offering. The Andy Williams Christmas Show features classic holiday songs, dancing, and a magical winter set. In addition, Williams is joined by The Warnocks and Pasha and Aliona, the Adagio dancers.

For a show that is more than just singing, the Spirit of Christmas is an excellent choice, This holiday show combines Broadway-style dancing, theatrics, and singing as the cast brings your favorite holiday classics to the stage. The first season for this show was 2008, and it was so popular that the producers brought it back. Spirit of Christmas is a show that the whole family is sure to love!

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Branson, Missouri has a high reputation for bringing top-notch entertainment worthy of runs on Broadway to thousands of visitors each year. Now the Branson Variety Theater is taking that reputation to another level with it’s invigorating seasonal line-up! Spirit of the Dance, the Twelve Irish Tenors, Spirit of Christmas, and Broadway! The Star-spangled Celebration are all shows boasting superb performers, high-energy dance numbers, and music that will get you tapping along to the beat and moving in your seat! Formally known as the Bobby Vinton Theatre, current owner and choreographer David King is spending another season bringing patrons the highest quality in performances and shows.

Broadway! The Star-spangled Celebration

For a genuine experience of what it’s like to witness a Broadway performance, look no further than this show! Broadway! The Star-spangled Celebration combines all the best of popular Broadway musicals such as Cabaret, Chicago, Grease, Phantom of the Opera, and Oklahoma into a fast-paced and brilliant production. The choreography, lighting effects, and costumes in this award-winning production will definitely provide you with a stunning experience of New York-style entertainment.

Spirit of the Dance

This international and world-renowned hit is amongst some of the most successful productions to come from the Emerald Isle! Winner of numerous Global Awards and now starting it’s tenth season in Branson, you won’t want to miss Spirit of the Dance! Watch as the amazing dancers blend Irish Dance with the Latin rhythms of the flamenco, the salsa, and the tango. Precision and skill are demonstrated with each act as the troupe dances in absolute unison. This thunderous performance is sure to fascinate you and leave you wanting more!

The Twelve Irish Tenors

Another highly successful act from Ireland, the Twelve Irish Tenors are a cast of the country’s finest singers and they’re taking the concert world by storm with tours all around the planet! Watch as these twelve very talented men and their two female counterparts perform smash hit songs from genres such as opera, jazz, pop, and classical. Songs you’ll hear include everything from Irish classics such as “Danny Boy” to timeless pop singles like “Hey Jude”. Prepare for a completely melodic experience that’s definitely worthy of a standing ovation!

Spirit of Christmas

The talk of Branson for the 2008 holiday season, the Branson Variety Theater is proud to bring the Spirit of Christmas back for a run in 2009! One of the most enchanting and delightful Christmas productions in the region, the show will feature a new segment full of classic Christmas songs, stunning scenery, and ornate costumes along with everything that captivated fans last year. Full of seasonal cheer, a visit to Branson to see the Spirit of Christmas is sure to become a holiday tradition!