Johnny Mathis in Branson November 12 and 13.
“Branson’s list of live shows is unrivaled in terms of the variety of live shows it offers on a daily basis,” says Tammy Johnson, the Director of Operations for the Branson Tourism Center. “From morning shows to evening shows, there is generally a variety of shows available to meet every entertainment need at a time that fits the schedule of most show goers. However, at this time of the year two things happen that make it a special time to see a Branson show.”
The first is the availability of a number of limited engagement shows, particularly during Ozark Mountain Christmas, that are not available during the rest of the year. Some of these are one or two day concerts such as The Front Men of Alabama, Lonestar and Restless Heart on October 22; Marty Stuart on October 22 and 23; Michael Bolton on October 23 and Johnny Mathis on November 12 and 13. Others are for a longer period such as Andy Williams Variety Show, Roy Clark with Justin Davis, Ray Stevens, Oak Ridge Boys, Gatlin Brothers with Debby Boone, the Texas Tenors or Daniel O’Donnell among others.
One of the many spectacular scenes from the "Miracle of Christmas."
In addition, some shows could be considered limited engagement shows because they are only available during the Christmas season. These would include shows such as Andy Williams Christmas Show, Sight and Sound’s spectacular Miracle of Christmas, The Spirit of Christmas, Tony Orlando and the Lennon Sisters Christmas Celebration and the Mel Tillis Family Christmas.
The second thing is the fact that the vast majority of Branson’s shows incorporate the traditional celebration of Christmas into their shows. “A lot of shows are divided into two segments with the first segment containing the most popular parts of their regular show and the second, their Christmas segment,” Johnson said. “The result is a special opportunity to experience or re-experience some of the special highlights of the shows 2011 season as well as their Christmas show. If you value the traditional Christmas celebrating the birth of the Christ Child, the vast majority of Branson’s shows will fill your heart with Christmas joy.”
Following is a list of the majority of Branson’s limited engagement and Christmas shows sorted by Month and date. For specific schedules, including all of Branson’s other wonderful shows, ticket prices, pictures and information please consult the Official Branson.Com Branson Show Schedule.
October
Andy Williams Variety Show, Through October 23 (Christmas Show starts November 1)
Roy Clark with Justin Davis, October 18 through 26.
Ray Stevens, Through Oct 23
Oak Ridge Boys, Through October 21
The Texas Tenors, Through October 23.
Mid West Country Stars on October 20 and 21 only.
The Front Men of Alabama, Lonestar and Restless Heart on October 22 only
Marty Stuart on October 22 and 23 only.
Michael Bolton on October 23 only.
Festival of Hope For MDA on October 24 only
November and December
Miracle of Christmas, starts October 30 through December 31.
Andy Williams Christmas Show, November 1 through December 11.
Daniel O’Donnell, November 1 through 20.
Tony Orlando and the Lennon Sisters, November 1 through December 11.
Gatlin Brothers and Debby Boone Together, November 1 through December 4.
Mel Tillis and Family Christmas, November 2 through December 4.
Miracle of Christmas, October 30 through December 31.
Oak Ridge Boys, November 2 through 18.
Spirit of Christmas, November 2 through December 10.
Country’s Family Reunion, November 7 and 8.
Marine Corps Birthday Ball, November 11.
Johnny Mathis, on November 12 and 13 only.
Johnson also points out that in addition to these great Bransons shows that Branson will also be celebrating Branson Veterans Home Coming Week November 5 through 11 and Ozark Mountain Christmas from November 1 through December 31. Ozarks Mountain Christmas is a celebration of the true meaning and spirit of Christmas as only Branson can do it and is highlighted by Silver Dollar City’s Old Time Christmas, drive through Christmas lighting displays such as the Branson Area Festival of Lights and the Shepherd of the Hills Train of Lights, the Adoration Parade, millions of colored lights, great shopping and a Christmas spirit that would be hard to duplicate at any other destination city is America.
“It is easily the busiest time of the year in Branson,” said Johnson who recommends that advance reservations be made for shows and lodging to ensure not only availability, but the best choice of seating and lodging accommodations. For additional information or tickets for any of the shows mentioned in this article or any of Branson’s other shows and attractions or for lodging arrangements please contact the Branson Tourism Center (BTC), one of Branson’s largest and most respected vacation planning services. BTC can be reached by either calling their toll free number 1-800-785-1550 or through their website www.BransonTourismCenter.com.