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Tornado Update
Despite widespread damage as the result of a freak tornado that hit Branson Feb.
29, there was thankfully no loss of life, few injuries and all but a few
attractions and lodgings came out unscathed. (Branson Mall and Branson Variety
Theater are the only theaters which have not yet opened.) Cleanup efforts have
been amazing—with multitudes within and without the Branson community working
around the clock helping those affected—But the help all pray for most is that
you and your church group returns in full force to let us bless you with what we
do! For the latest updates, go to
explorebranson.com/branson/2012-storm-update
Plumb Nellie Days Art &, Craft Festival, May 18-19
Customs of the Ozarks celebrated with crafters, live
entertainment, food and fun! in historic downtown Branson.
Branson's Centennial
Celebration! The grand opening of Branson's Centennial Museum kicks off a
full year of special events celebrating Branson's Centennial Birthday Bash,
(1912-2012). The impressive Centennial Museum is at the corner of Main Street
and Business 65 in historic downtown Branson. For a list of SPECIAL CENTENNIAL
EVENTS, go to Branson100.org
Bluegrass &, BBQ Festival May 10 – June 3 At Silver Dollar City, Branson's
award-winning 1880's theme park. , Unequalled talent by some top
Bluegrass musicians, including Rhonda Vincent &, The Rage, ,seven-time IBMA Female
Vocalist of the Year, and Grammy nominee/two-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year
The Grascals.
* 11th Annual Branson Motorcycle Rally May 31-Jun 3
14 live
bands, hundreds of vendors, spectacular rally events. Hosted at the Outback on
the strip, the event will feature stunt bike show, ride in bike show, bike races
for kids and adults in stock/mod, pro, and amateur.
bransonmotorcyclerally.com
Independence Day Celebrations
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June 24, , Honor
America Celebration: , Enjoy live music, Uncle Sam, barbecue, activities,
fireworks, free! 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. at College of the Ozarks
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July 3, Liberty Light Up Concert &, Fireworks, at Branson Landing
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July 4
Chateau on the Lake
Big Cedar Lodge
Silver Dollar City
Showbiz
Guest Stars for 2012
Bookings are coming in fast and furious. , See the list we have so far in our
show section, and check back often for updates!
The Price is Right LIVE -
Opening July 9 Come on Down and Win Big at America's most exciting and
popular game show! Massive giveaways and prizes going to over 50 audience
members and contestants in EVERY show—including a new car! at The Welk
Resort! www.welkbranson.com (800)
505-9355
Update: Andy's Battle
We were shocked and saddened with the announcement in November that legendary TV
and recording star Andy Williams, 83, was undergoing treatment for
bladder cancer. Latest reports is that Andy has completed treatments, is doing
well, and fully expects to return to his Branson show in the fall, where a full
slate of guest stars will help him celebrate his 75th Anniversary in show
business! Guest stars will include Dick Van Dyke, Jack Jones, The Osmonds,
The Lennon Sisters, Pat Boone, Debby Boone and Ray Stevens. The
legendary Andy Williams Christmas will round out the season November &,
December. ",This is no longer a death sentence,", Andy told his audience in
November. ",People with cancer are getting through this thing.", Along with our
prayers, we offer a hearty ",Amen", for that!
Yakov's Last Full Year ,
2012 will be the last full season performing in Branson for ",Famous Russian
comedian",Yakov Smirnoff. After two decades in Branson, Yakov in 2013 will be
touring the country with his one man show Happily Ever Laughter. , He will then
return to Branson only for shows in the fall. ,
Titanic's Centennial Year
It was in April of 1912 that Titanic met her doom in the North Atlantic. , To
commemorate that epic event 100 years ago, Branson's Titanic Museum Attraction
will be hosting a series of special events throughout the year. , For info: see
www.TitanicBranson.com
Dean Z, the dashing
tribute artist who portrays young Elvis Presley at Legends in Concert is
now the namesake of Branson's hottest new club, the beautiful Dean Z's Club
'57. , The cozy showplace is located downstairs from the Midtown Café which
is attached to Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater. , The Club will star Dean
and his band The Gimps, along with guest star bands nightly. ,
Haygoods Star in Reality
Show Longtime Branson entertaining family The Haygoods have launched their
reality show Adventures of the Haygoods and the RFD-TV Network. , New
episodes premiere Thursdays at 8:30pm CST.
Switcheroos Here’s
where some of your favorite stars will be landing this 2012 season: , Keith
Allyn's :A Neil Diamond Tribute is at the Jim Stafford Theatre, Jim Owen
Country at Music City Center, Todd Oliver &, Friends and the 3 Redneck
Tenors at , The Americana Theater, The Haygoods and Roy Rogers Jr. and
the High Riders at the RFD-TV Theater, Six at Mickey Gilley's,
Liverpool Legends at The Icon, Red, Hot &, Blue at Clay Cooper's, and
Cats Pajamas at Andy Williams.
Calendar
Ozark Mountain Spring:
March-April-May While Branson’s dogwoods, redbuds and wildflowers sprout, a
fresh Spring festival season blooms with variety. For a list of events visit
explorebranson.com/spring
Veterans Observances and Events Several events each month. For
information contact the Branson Veterans Task Force (417) 337-8387
BransonVeterans.com
Titanic Events (Special events at Titanic: World’s Largest Museum
Attraction!)
*June 18-19 Titanic Father's Day Bass Pro Boat Show. ,
Free
,* Thru Sep 30 - Survivor’s Wall of Stories
Silver Dollar City Events Upcoming festivals at Branson’s award-winning
1880s theme park. festivals.bransonsilverdollarcity.com
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,Bluegrass &, BBQ Festival May 10 – June 3 Unequalled talent by some top
Bluegrass musicians, including Rhonda Vincent &, The , , , , , , , , Rage,
,seven-time IBMA Female
Vocalist of the Year, and Grammy nominee/two-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year
The Grascals.
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National KidsFest-June
8-July 22 ,America's Biggest KidsFest , New Independence Day
Celebration July 4 featuring an old-fashioned ice cream social and
fireworks!
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MoonLight Madness, July 21 – Aug 5
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Southern Gospel
Picnic Aug 24-Sep 3 America's premier Southern Gospel gathering! ,
Hundreds of performances fromt he most famous names in Southern Gospel
music! , Lineup includes Karen Peck &, New River and Jeff &, Sheri
Easter by day and Southern Gospel Nights under the stars at Echo Hollow
each evening. , (800) 475-9370
Plumb Nellie Days May 18 – 19
Customs of the Ozarks celebrated with
crafters, live entertainment, food and fun! (888) 322-2786
Compton Ridge Fiddlers Convention May 20 – 23 (800) 233-8648
11th Annual Branson Motorcycle Rally May 31-Jun 3 Hundreds of vendors,
thousands of bikes, live music, stunts, poker runs, food!
Bransonmotorcyclerally.com
Annual
Hydroplane Races, June 2-3
at Rockaway Beach (417) 561-4280
Free Fishing
Weekend June 9-10
No fishing
licenses or trout permits are required for all public waterways in Missouri.
http://mdc.mo.gov/events/freefishdays , Family Fishing Fair, June 9 at
Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery. (417) 348-1305.
Independence Day Celebrations
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June 24, , Honor
America Celebration: , Enjoy live music, Uncle Sam, barbecue, activities,
fireworks, free! 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. at College of the Ozarks
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July 3, Liberty Light Up Concert &, Fireworks, at Branson Landing
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July 4
Chateau on the Lake
Big Cedar Lodge
Silver Dollar City
Branson’s 100th Fest and Street Dance July 7
(417)
334-4084
branson100.org
Summer Cruise Show ‘N’ Shine Aug 9-11
at Shepherd of the
Hills Homestead. , Cars and trucks galore! (800) 653-6288
supersummercruise.com
Night Water, , at White Water Theme Waterpark, Aug 17, 24, 31
(800) 475-9370
bransonwhitewater.com
Downtown Branson Fiddle Festival,
Aug 24-26
Nationally recognized championship fiddling contest featuring jam
sessions, strolling performers, workshops and Saturday night “Square Dance.”
Cash prizes!
downtownbranson.org
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