After months of waiting, Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours has finally unveiled their gift shop to the public. This gift shop gives guests the opportunity to take home t-shirts, mugs, and other great souvenirs to remember their time at one of Branson’s hottest new attractions.

The gift shop is a beautiful construction that fits in perfectly with its surroundings in the Ozark Mountains. The front porch resembles a traditional Amish porch with lovely wood columns and rustic wooden benchs for guests to relax on as well as a huge back porch where guests can watch their friends finish the Blue Streak fast line or just enjoy the beauty of nature.

The inside of the gift shop is a work of art with its charming storefronts and lovely array of items to choose from. Guests will find children’s toys, zip line t-shirts, jewelry, and many other items on display to look through and purchase. There is even an entire corner devoted to Amish goods that guests can take home with them. You will find that there is something for everyone at this gift shop!

While you’re in Branson to check out the new gift shop, don’t forget to get tickets to go on the zip lines at Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours. You may also want check out Branson shows to find lodging and fun activities to do in Branson!

Shepherd of the Hills Historic Homestead and Old Mill Theatre is about to celebrate 50 years of wonderful shows and history on August 6th and they’re doing it by adding an impressive new addition to the homestead, the ZipRider.  Harold Bell Wright might not have imagined the new addition in his book “Shepherd of the Hills,” but it certainly is a fun way to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Shepherd of the Hills Homestead.

The ZipRider is one of many exciting additions to the Branson, MO area. Unlike a zip line, the ZipRider is a hands-free ride with a seat for you to sit on. The ZipRider begins at the top of Inspiration Tower for awe-inspiring views of the Ozark Mountains. After much consideration, the owners of the ZipRider decided to name their new ride the Vigilante ZipRider.

Another exhilarating addition to the Branson area is the Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours. With four daytime tour options and two evening tour options, Branson Zipline and Canopy Tour offers many different types of tours to guests. Tours range from being thirty minutes long to two and a half hours long, so they fit into any schedule. These tours are a great way to see the incredible beauty of the Ozark Mountains and get some unforgettable thrills!

The exciting, new addition to Shepherd of the Hill in honor of their 50th anniversary is just one of the many exciting shows and attractions available in Branson, MO. Make sure to see what else there is to do in Branson at BransonShows.com.

There is nothing like the fair for hot summer fun and entertainment. The Ozark Empire Fair brings all of that excitement to Springfield, MO each year,  and it’s almost time for the fair to come back to town. July 30th to August 8th, the fair will be up and running at the Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds. Wonderful concerts, great rides, competitions, and delicious food are just a few of things you can expect to enjoy at the fair.

This year’s fair performers will be better than ever with thrilling artists like Kellie Pickler, KC and the Sunshine Band, and Finger Eleven scheduled to perform. You will have to plan ahead in order to make sure that you don’t miss your favorite performer’s show. Tickets are sold seperately from general admission to the fair.

Of course, people don’t just go to the fair for the fantastic concerts, they also go because of the great rides and food at the fair. This year, fried twinkies, barbecue, shakes, fried green tomatoes, chicken teriyaki, and other delectable treats will be spread throughout the fair for you to sample. It might be best to get your food after the rides though with rides like the Zyklon Coaster, White Water Log Flume, and The Mega Slide set up for your enjoyment. 

Don’t forget that Branson is a just short trip away from Springfield with even more fun activities to enjoy. Choose to lodge in Branson, so you can enjoy some of their great shows and attractions when you aren’t enjoying the fair in Springfield.

Branson is known as the Midwest music entertainment capital and is widely recognized as being a huge contributor to all forms of country and gospel music. This year, Branson is having its Second Annual Branson Gospel Music Convention. This convention was give the Pacesetter Award in its first year for raising the bar for the gospel music industry. This year, the event is going to be just as exciting and cutting edge as it was last year. From June 28th to July 2nd, this convention will be hosting many events and shows featuring gospel music.

This year’s performers include some awesome favorites and up and coming stars like the Blackwood Quartet, Melody Boys, Kenny Bishop, Jericho, and several other wonderful musicians and bands. Each day, a new concert with new gospel talent will be hitting the stage. In addition to the concerts, the convention also will be hosting the SGN Scoop Diamond Awards to award those who have made special contributions to the gospel music industry. The convention will even be giving people a chance to enter the music industry with the HIS Choice Talent Music Search. It’s an opportunity to get a singing spot at the Diamond awards and get your gospel musical talents heard!

The Branson Gospel Music Convention is a wonderful, family friendly event that promises to be an exciting way to spend your free time. Go and check it out along with some of the fantastic Branson shows that made the Midwest famous.

Memorial Day weekend is keeping Branson, Missouri jumping with a steady flow of vacationers ready to experience Branson’s legendary shows, fantastic outlet malls, and gorgeous Table Rock Lake. This holiday weekend has typically been one of the most popular times for people to visit Branson each year, and this year is certainly no exception.

With so many people coming to Branson, many of the most popular shows in the area are quickly filling up. The internationally famous Shoji Tabuchi show, Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show, SIX, and many other Branson classics are likely to be sold out for the entire weekend. It’s no wonder either with the talented performances that each show offers. If you’re planning on going to any of the acts in Branson, it’s best to plan ahead, and start getting tickets now.

Of course, it’s not just the shows that are filling up. The many outdoor attractions in the area are also very popular with vacationers. Everyone is ready to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful Ozarks outdoors now that summer is in full swing. The newly opened Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours as well as the Horseback Trail Rides and other outdoor activities are attracting almost as many visitors as the Branson shows. It’s the perfect time for everyone to really experience all Branson has to offer.

Bransonshows.com can provide you with information and booking for the activities and shows still available for Memorial Day weekend, so you can get in on the excitement while there is still time.

10 years ago, the Black Oak Amphitheater closed its doors. On March 30th, the amphitheater will have its first show in a decade. The theater has been through extensive renovations and is now focused on continuing the tradition of bringing incredible performers to Branson since 1983. The 7,000 seats of the theater will certainly be filled as soon as people find out some of the incredible musicians lined up to play in the theater in March and June.

Talented performers John Michael Montgomery and Lee Greenwood start the opening off with a bang  with their show and fireworks on Memorial Day Sunday. Other great musicians who will be following these performers in the month of June include Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Foreigner, Styx, Kansas, Pat Benatar, REO Speedwagon, and even BB King. The wide range of genres and musical talent is sure to have more people than ever flocking to the Black Oak Amphitheater.

Stop by this historic site, see what changes the renovation brought to the amphitheater, and enjoy a great show. Make sure you check out the other Branson shows while you’re in town for the Black Oak Amphitheater re-opening.

Branson, Missouri is a town of grand traditions, and Plumb Nellie Days is one tradition they’ve celebrated since the year 1960. On Plumb Nellie Days, Branson took an “anything goes attitude” and citizens were allowed to dress and act strangely without so much of a lifted eyebrow from their neighbors. Historic downtown Branson will be hosting the event this year from May 21st to May 23rd. This year, you can be a part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Plumb Nellie Days.

This year, the event is an arts and crafts festival. Come and browse through over 200 vendor’s creative works. Handmade items like quilts, wood carvings, hats, ironwork, purses, and more will be available for you to look through. Even if you choose not to buy anything, it’s fun just to take a look at what people are able to create. There will be food vendors for everyone to get refreshments from when they’re taking a break from the arts and crafts.

Branson Plumb Nellie Days are more fun than ever, so come and help celebrate this special event in May. While you’re celebrating Plumb Nellie Days, check out some of the great activities and Branson shows of the area.

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!