Downtown Branson Welcomes Spring Breakers

Downtown Branson Welcomes Spring Breakers

Downtown Branson, Events
[caption id="attachment_316" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Spring in Historic Downtown Branson[/caption] Where would you like to go on your Spring break? How about somewhere you can find attractions, shows, shopping, and dining all in one? Historic Downtown Branson welcomes all Spring breakers to stroll the streets and check out all of the unique items in each store, enjoy a tasty meal, or take in a show! Just a short distance from the Branson Landing, you won’t want to miss out on all the fun! And businesses will have out Spring discounts on your visit. Downtown Casual Wear will be having 20-25% on their boots and have various sales on their shirts. Rya Bella will have a free hair accessory with every outfit and an extra 10% off each clearance item. Henry’s Warehouse…
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One of Downtown’s Largest Conventions: Visioncon

One of Downtown’s Largest Conventions: Visioncon

Downtown Branson, Events
[caption id="attachment_251" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Branson Convention Center[/caption] Now in its 26th year, Visioncon, has grown into one of the largest annual conventions held in Branson. Last year, the weekend-long event drew 2,500 attendees at the Branson Convention Center. Visioncon is Missouri's premier comic con and pop culture convention. This year's convention is Feb. 24-26 at the Branson Convention Center. [caption id="attachment_254" align="alignright" width="214"] John W. Shipp[/caption] Headlining the event is John W. Shipp, who played The Flash in the 1990s TV series by the same name. He also appears as Henry Allen in the current CW remake of the series. In addition to Shipp, also coming to Branson for the convention are: Samantha McMillian, author of the urban fantasy City of the Gods series Brian Muir, the sculptor and artist who created…
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Sparky a Great Resource for Branson Bridal Show Attendees

Sparky a Great Resource for Branson Bridal Show Attendees

Downtown Branson, Events, Shopping
The annual Branson Bridal Show is Feb. 12, 2017, at the Branson Convention Center, and downtown Branson's free trolley is a great resource for brides-to-be and other attendees. The show is Sunday from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. and admission is free and features the area's top wedding professionals like photographers, planners, DJs, venues, caterers, cakes, florists and more. And of course there's fashion, wedding dresses and other formal-wear. The "Sparky" trolley is running 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Sunday, and Stop #3 is situated outside the convention center. This convenient stop makes it easy for attendees to hop on the trolley and continue their day in Historic Downtown Branson or at the Branson Landing. Branson Bridal Show Brides and grooms attending the bridal show will see everything they…
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Attending a Branson Convention? Let Sparky Be Your Guide

Attending a Branson Convention? Let Sparky Be Your Guide

Downtown Branson, Events, Shopping
[caption id="attachment_174" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Trolley Stop #3 outside the Branson Convention Center[/caption] If you're visiting Branson for a convention, a special event or a meeting at the Branson Convention Center or the Hilton hotels, the free downtown trolley can help you easily get around. You can save the cab fare or car rental to get out for shopping, a show and dining by using the convenient trolley stop #3 across Sycamore Street from the convention center front entrance. From here, you can easily travel to the historic section of downtown, where you can find unique shops, theatres and restaurants. You can also easily access the north and south ends of Branson Landing, which includes many more stores and restaurants, as well as the popular Branson Landing Fountains. See our How…
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Parking is Easy in Historic Downtown Branson

Parking is Easy in Historic Downtown Branson

Downtown Branson, Events
[caption id="attachment_171" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Historic Downtown Branson Parking Map[/caption] It's easy to park in Historic Downtown Branson and the Branson Landing with more than 1,800 free parking spots and two convenient paid-parking garages. See the map below for the major parking areas, as well as nearby trolley stops. Here are some of the great options depending on which part of downtown you want to access: Central Main Street (Main & Commercial) [caption id="attachment_195" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Trolley Stop #7 inside the Awberry Parking Lot (behind Dicks 5 & 10)[/caption] In addition to the on-street parking spots through downtown, convenient parking is located at the Awberry Parking Lot, a free, 68-spot lot on Atlantic Street, immediately north of Main Street. This parking lot has public restrooms and for added convenience, Sparky trolley stop #7…
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Branson’s Christmas Tradition: The Adoration Scene and Parade

Branson’s Christmas Tradition: The Adoration Scene and Parade

Events
[caption id="attachment_73" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Branson's Adoration Parade[/caption] Date: Dec. 4, 2016 Time: Scene lighting at 5 p.m.; Parade at 6 p.m. Branson's oldest and most cherished Christmas Tradition, now in its 68th year, is the lighting of the city's Adoration Scene and the annual Adoration Parade that follows. The giant nativity scene sits atop Mount Branson, across Lake Taneycomo from Branson Landing and is officially lit for the first time at dusk on Dec. 4. The scene was unveiled in 1949 by businessman Joe Todd and artist Steve Miller, designed in the style of the Christmas cards of the time.  Refurbished in 2012, the 28-foot-tall scene remains largely as it has appeared for seven decades. The parade that follows is reminder of the true meaning of the Christmas season. Intentionally non-commercial, the Adoration…
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