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08Dec 2016 by ridesparky

Stay Near the Excitement: Downtown Branson Hotels

If you're staying in Branson, staying downtown makes a lot of sense. In addition to being at the center of all the excitement, shopping and dining that downtown offers, you also can leave the car parked and ride the free Sparky trolley to get around. Here's some of the unique lodging options you have near Historic Downtown Branson: The Hiltons of Branson The two largest hotels in downtown Branson are the Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel and the Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing. The high-rise, AAA "Three Diamond" convention center hotel is attached to the 220,000-SF Branson Convention Center and includes its own full-service restaurant, Level 2 Steakhouse. The Hilton Promenade has more of a boutique hotel feel with a variety of suites and room styles. For more information, visit the…

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…

25Nov 2016 by ridesparky

Things To Do in Historic Downtown Branson

Downtown Branson

When Branson was incorporated as a city in 1912, the small settlement on the shores of the White River encompassed practically the entire city. Of course, the town has expanded in the century since then and has become one of America's top tourism destinations. But Historic Downtown Branson has remained a unique district that is full of history, natural beauty and fun attractions. [caption id="attachment_117" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] The old Main Street bridge in Downtown Branson, circa 1940s[/caption] Walking Tour One of the best ways to experience downtown is to take a walking tour. Of course you can stroll at will, but we've put together a mapped walking tour of downtown. The tour starts at the corner of Business U.S. 65 and Main Street and winds through the downtown streets, taking you…

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…

16Nov 2016 by ridesparky

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…

15Nov 2016 by ridesparky

Downtown Steetscape Phase 3 Begins in January

Downtown Branson

[caption id="attachment_79" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Phase 3 Sidewalk and Intersection Upgrades at Main & Commercial Streets[/caption] During the winter and spring months in 2017, crews will be working quickly to complete Phase 3 of the multi-year streetscape project, which improves parking, walkways, signage, lighting and other infrastructure at the center of Historic Downtown Branson. Work begins on Jan. 2 and is expected to be completed by May 9, 2017. Phase 3 work focuses on Commercial Street between Atlantic and Pacific streets, including the intersection of Main and Commercial Streets. Roadways will be closed at times to accommodate the work. To minimize any impact on visitors and traffic patterns, this portion of the project will be broken into 3 sub-phases: Part 1: The intersection at Main and Commercial Streets and the alleyway south of…

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…