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26Jan 2017 by ridesparky

Many Downtown Businesses Open in January and February

Dining, Downtown Branson, Shopping, Shows and Attractions

[caption id="attachment_213" align="aligncenter" width="2000"] Construction is proceeding on the new Liberty Plaza in Historic Downtown Branson. The new plaza, entertainment stage, picnic area, trolley stop and restrooms will be completed by early summer 2017.[/caption] The months of January and February in Branson are sometimes referred to as the "off-season," a time when many visitors are busily planning their Spring Break or Summer trips. However, many Downtown Branson shops and restaurants are still open, and these slower months are a great time to browse at your leisure and find great deals! Below is a list of some of the great Historic Downtown businesses that are open in January and February 2017 and ready for your visit: Dining & Restaurants: Branson Cafe (Winter hours: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily) Chick-Fil-A Clockers Cafe (Mon-Thu…

09Jan 2017 by ridesparky

The Easy Way to Shop at Branson Landing

Dining, Downtown Branson, Shopping

[caption id="attachment_43" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Trolley Stop #6 at the North End of Branson Landing[/caption] On the eastern edge of Downtown Branson is the popular Branson Landing, a mixed-use shopping center that sits on 1.5 miles of the Lake Taneycomo waterfront. The center has more than 100 specialty stores and restaurants and is home to the $7.5 million Branson Landing Fountains, a unique fire and water show that is synced to music. Smart shoppers can take advantage of the free Sparky trolley system to get to and from Branson Landing, while also exploring the many other great things that downtown has to offer. The trolleys offer front-door drop-off and pick-up at both ends of the Landing. Stop #2 is located in the circular drive outside of Bass Pro Shops on the southern…

04Jan 2017 by ridesparky

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…

28Nov 2016 by ridesparky

Historic Downtown Branson: One-Stop Christmas Shopping

Dining, Downtown Branson, Shopping

So you're one of those shoppers who likes to stay away from the stampede, instead finding unique or one-of-a-kind gifts that delight your friends and family members. Historic Downtown Branson has everything you're looking for. Unique crafts, handmade gifts, hard to find classic toys and more. Just to help jump-start your list, here are a few unique items you can find in Downtown Branson shops and flea markets. Unique Christmas Decorations A number of stores around Downtown Branson have unique or hand-made ornaments. Some are blown glass, others are fabric. All make wonderful gifts! You can find scented candles and potpourri, advent calendars, beautiful nativities and more. You can also find other inspirational items to decorate the homes of you or your family members. And where else can you find those bubble…

22Nov 2016 by ridesparky

Black Friday 2016 Shopping Made Easy with Branson Trolley

Downtown Branson, Shopping

We're going to let you in on a Branson secret: Black Friday shopping is easier when you park the car and ride Sparky, the free Downtown Branson trolley. The comfortable trolleys operate all day long throughout downtown, and there's room for you and your shopping bags. And did we mention that it's free? Many thousands of people come to Branson each year for Black Friday deals, and the city's highest concentration of shopping in town is in Downtown Branson, which includes the dozens of unique shops in Historic Downtown Branson and more than 100 stores at Branson Landing. The Branson Trolleys don't run on Thanksgiving Day, but begin their routes at 9 a.m. on Black Friday. The trolleys run until 6 p.m. on Friday (See a detailed map of the trolley…

14Nov 2016 by ridesparky

Find your Christmas Jolly in Downtown Branson

Downtown Branson, Shopping

[caption id="attachment_88" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Christmas in Downtown Branson[/caption] Whether you're looking for that unique Christmas gift, or just hoping to capture some of that holiday spirit, look no further than Downtown Branson. The first thing you'll notice is the festive decorations, from lights to garland to high-tech trees. The entire town is decked out for the holidays, and you can see the city's unique Adoration Scene on the bluff of Mount Branson, overlooking downtown. [caption id="attachment_89" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Downtown Christmas decorations and the giant Branson Landing Christmas Tree[/caption] Then you'll notice the quaint shops, full of unique gifts for everyone on your list. From quilts to toys to leather goods, you can shop to your heart's content. You can then sample many of the amazing foods and drinks that downtown…