Branson’s Irish Fest is bringing a huge celebration of Irish culture to Branson, MO for St. Patrick’s Day this year. The celebration will be going on in several spots in town. There is a package deal available for this celebration that is sure to enhance your experience of the Irish Fest on March 12th and the 13th. 

The package deal available offers free wine and beer tasting, Celtic rock, Irish bagpipes, Irish step dancing, a traditional Irish corn beef and cabbage dinner, free shuttle to each party spot for those who choose to drink or don’t want to drive, 2 night’s lodging, and several other exciting features. The event is hosted by Jaspers Events this year, and is sure to be a rocking good time. 

Don’t hesitate to come on down to Branson for an Irish celebration unlike any you’ve ever seen before. For everyone planning on joining in the fun during Irish Fest, be sure to have a safe and exciting weekend.

The Forrest L. Wood Outdoors Fishing Competition, also known as the FLW Outdoors Fishing Competition, is coming to Branson, Missouri. The tournament will take place March 3rd through the 6th at the majestic Table Rock Lake. The natural beauty of the lake as well as the great fishing the lake has to offer is sure to make the competition enjoyable for those who enter it.

The competition will be for professional fishers as well as co-anglers. There is a $4,000 entry fee, which must be paid before being eligble to start fishing. Though the entry fee may seem expensive, the prizes to be won are great. The money prize for the first place winner on the professional level is $100,000. The prize money is projected on the assumption at least 150 boats will be in the competition. No more than 160 boats will be allowed to enter.

For everyone not participating in the fishing event, the entire Table Rock State Park Marina is closed. No one will be allowed to fish within 50 feet of any Commercial Marinas. For those entered or entering the fishing competition, good luck and happy fishing!

Branson will be hosting its Annual Women’s Veteran Week this year from May 19 – 24. The celebration typically features a week filled with activities and celebrations specifically geared around America’s many women veterans with past events having included Women Golf Day at Thousand Hills Golf Resort and various Meet and Greets.

And while hotel space certainly becomes limited during Women’s Veteran Week, that’s not to say that you’re out of luck if you’ve yet to make reservations. From campgrounds to motor inns to condo rentals, there is still a number of lodging options left even if you plan on staying in town for the entire week.

As for Branson entertainment, there are just as many activities taking place in Branson as there are activities that have been planned specifically for the celebration. Whether looking for offerings that highlight the local culture and customs of the Ozarks, extravagant Broadway-style epics, or variety performances that feature something for every member of the family, you will find it all taking place come late May in Branson, MO!

Combine the family-friendly atmosphere of the Ozarks this May with the annual reverence towards our women veterans with Branson, MO and the Annual Women’s Veteran Week!

Every so often people get the chance to step into a world of magic and wonder. It’s a chance to experience something beyond your everyday life. If this is the kind of experience you’re looking for stop by The Butterfly Palace before January 15 to experience White Flight. Bring the whole family for this magical experience!

The Butterfly Palace creates a special wonderland during the holiday season filled with seasonal music and living angelic statues. These serene statues come to life as thousands of white butterflies float around the Conservatory like snowflakes in the wind. Take your time on the self-guided tour and enjoy every moment of wonder and magic in this winter wonderland.

At The Butterfly Palace, your whole family will enjoy seeing the incredible animals inside the Living Rainforest Science Center or weaving their way through the Emerald Forrest Mirror Maze. You’ll also be treated to a fantastic movie about the lives of the beautiful butterflies you’ve seen in the Conservatory. The best part of the movie is the 3-D presentation!

Don’t miss out on this unique activity in Branson! The white butterflies are only at The Butterfly Palace until January 15, and then they are gone until next Christmas. To learn more about this event, or to order tickets for The Butterfly Palace, please visit the Butterfly Palace page on our website!

Having trouble finding the perfect gift for that family member, friend, or special person in your life? We have the perfect gift option for you that does not include fighting the crowds at the local shopping mall or sitting in city traffic for hours. With a Branson gift certificate, you can give someone the opportunity to experience a fantastic Branson vacation.

Branson gift certificates are good for any show, activity, lodging, or vacation package on our site. In addition, if the gift recipient does not want to go to Branson, the gift certificate can also be used for anything else on our site in any destination.

Our gift certificates are ideal gift options because they are so easy! You can purchase the gift certificate in any denomination. For example, if you want to give a gift certificate for tickets to Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede, you can find the amount of the tickets and put it on a gift certificate. From giving a gift certificate for a whole vacation or just a show, you can customize the certificate to fit your budget and your gift desires.

Perhaps the most appealing aspect of our gift certificates is that you can purchase them online in the comfort of your own home. We won’t judge you if you want to shop in your pajamas from bed! We offer over 100 activities in Branson, so even the pickiest person on your list will find something fun to enjoy in Branson. In addition, you will not have to worry about waiting for the certificate to be shipped to you because you can have it delivered via e-mail and be sure you have it in time for Christmas.

BransonShows.com is your online destination for all your Branson vacation needs, including gift certificates! Visit BransonShows.com or call 1-800-987-6298 to purchase a gift certificate or plan a vacation today!

On January 16, 2010, the Titanic Museum in Branson will host the 4th annual Ice Sculpture Competition, which is free to the public. Visitors can come and watch experienced carvers create works of art from solid blocks of ice.

 In last year’s event, 18 professional and amateur carvers worked on 250 pound blocks of ice to create a beautiful piece of art. During the event, visitors can talk to the carvers and see the works in progress. In addition, the National Ice Carving Association will be on hand to judge the pieces and announce the winning sculpture later in the day. The competition runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In other Titanic news, visitors have only a limited time left to enjoy two of the special exhibits at the Titanic. December 11 and 12 are the final days to see Santa’s Reindeer at the museum in Branson. The museum has several live reindeer on hand, and guests can take pictures and pet the reindeer. The reindeer are available from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

In addition, the museum’s special exhibit about the Titanic movie directed by James Cameron will leave the ship on January 1, 2010, leaving visitors only a few days left to see this rare collection. The movie memorabilia collection contains pieces and artifacts from the movie, including set pieces and authentic costumes. The highlight of the collection is the diamond and sapphire necklace that boasts over 16 carats of diamonds and a 155 carat sapphire.

To find more information about these Titanic events and exhibits, see the museum’s official web site. 

BransonShows.com offers tickets for the Titanic Museum as well as over 100 other attractions and shows in Branson, as well as lodging options. Visit BransonShows.com to plan your vacation or call 1-800-987-6298 where a friendly representative is waiting to take your call.

Although the lights of Branson are always bright, the holiday season is an extra-special time to experience Branson at night. With the Trail of Lights, Festival of Lights, and guided lights tours, visitors have many ways to experience the Christmas lights of Branson.

The Trail of Lights at the Shepherd of the Hills Homestead is a two mile drive-thru attraction. The light displays are larger than life, and some of them are even animated! In addition, you will hear a special holiday soundtrack to accompany the displays. After you are done driving through the display trail, you can experience a bird’s eye view of Branson at night from the Inspiration Tower. If you want to add a fun dinner to the mix, enjoy a cowboy-style Christmas by adding on the Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Show. The Trail of Lights is open until January 2.

The Branson Visitors Bureau is also hosting its own Festival of Lights holiday tour. This lights display is a one mile drive-thru attraction that has more than 175 different displays. The Festival of Lights is located off Shepherd of the Hills Expressway and Roark Valley Road and is open until January 2. To find more information about this attraction, visit the Branson CVB Web site.

Guided sightseeing tours are also available in Branson. The Ride the Ducks Holiday Lights tour is a fun and interactive guided tour of Branson. This tour will take you down the 76 Strip and through the Trail of Lights for a one hour lights tour of Branson. In addition, you’ll even receive a complimentary Santa hat to make sure you are in the Christmas spirit! This tour is only available til December 13, so book your tour today!

BransonShows.com is your online destination for all of your Branson vacation needs. With tickets to the Trail of Lights, Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Show, Ride the Ducks, and so much more, your ticket to a great Branson vacation is just a click away! Check out BransonShows.com or call 1-800-987-6298 to plan your vacation today.

On tomorrow, October 31, most people will be putting the finishing touches on costumes and getting ready to canvass the neighborhood for goodies, but in Branson, many entertainers will be opening the beginning of the Branson Christmas season for 2009.

Many Christmas shows begin this weekend, including the Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theatre, Andy Williams Christmas, and the Hamner Barber Variety Show Wings of Christmas. The shows that are not beginning this weekend begin holiday performances next week or next weekend. With everything from Christmas concerts to unbelievable lights display, the Branson holiday entertainment scene has something for everyone. For a complete list of holiday shows and starting dates, consult the 2009 Branson Christmas Shows article, which contains links and descriptions of every holiday show we offer in Branson.

Because the Branson Christmas season is so popular, many shows have already begun to sell out of tickets, especially for the week of Thanksgiving. To make sure that you do not miss out on seeing your favorite holiday show, like Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede or the Shoji Tabuchi Christmas Show, start planning your holiday trip today!

Also, don’t forget that an easy and convenient way to book a Christmas vacation with one click is by booking one of our pre-made vacation packages. Both A Branson Christmas Celebration and the Branson Holiday Music Magic vacation packages include lodging as well as tickets to many popular holiday shows in Branson.

When planning your Branson holiday vacation, don’t forget about our money-saving promotions! With family passes and discounted tickets available for many holiday shows, including Yakov Smirnoff, Spirit of Christmas, and the Warnocks Christmas Show, you can enjoy a Christmas vacation to remember without breaking the bank!

BransonShows.com is your one-stop destination for all things Branson any time of year. To being planning your vacation, go online to BransonShows.com or call 1-800-987-6298.

It’s getting to be that time of year when children can’t spend every free minute outside and you’re trying to pinch pennies so you can buy the family everything on their Christmas list. With everyone starting to get antsy, what is a family to do? The answer is simple. Visit Branson.

Not too long ago, Vacations Made Easy and it’s sister site, Branson Shows, unveiled a list of promotions and discounts available in Branson. If you’re still worried about pinching those pennies, check out all of the promotions available!

Hotels can set back any budget and limit the time you can stay. So what if a hotel offered you a free night for every three nights you stayed? That is just one example of the deals offered on Branson hotels. With several hotels on the list, you’re sure to find one to suit your family.

A hotel stay isn’t much fun without a few activities to keep you busy. We’ve got you covered there, too. With promotions ranging from ticket discounts to buy-one-get-one offers, seeing a show in Branson is more affordable than ever.

If two adults are taking a few children to a show, you may want to consider the Family Pass. The Pass reserves you two adult tickets and up to four child’s tickets for one low price. Family Pass prices are generally deeply discounted from the individual ticket price.

Visiting Branson is more budget-friendly than ever before. Why not take advantage of it and get the family out of the house for a little while. It might even bring you closer together this holiday season.