Branson's Hot Winter Fun!

Branson's Hot Winter Fun Got a case of cabin fever? Got the winter blues? Then get away to Branson in January and February for Hot Winter Fun!

Celebrate Valentine's Day Weekend in Branson!

The mild winter weather, combined with seasonal offers designed for the value-minded visitor, creates an ideal opportunity to experience Branson's shows, attractions, after-Christmas shopping, museums, a round of golf, world-class fishing, cozy lakeside resorts and more.

Because snowfall is infrequent, relatively light and short-lived, and average daytime temperatures rise well into the 50s, the winter months are a great time to visit Branson. In fact, trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo is ideal this time of year. There's no shortage of special things to do and see. Many area resorts and lodging properties offer great discounts during the winter months.

While the pace is relaxed, the fun is hot, and the price is just right.

The Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau can help make planning your trip easier and more convenient. Give us a call at 1-800-296-0463 to speak with a friendly customer service representative.

January and February 2013 Shows

NOTE: Show schedules update frequently. Please check back for most current information.

2013 Hot Winter Fun Calendar

Nov 1 - Jan 2	Shepherd of the Hills Trail of Lights
Saturday, Jan. 12	Masters Trout Championship Masters Trout Championship, Saturday January 12, 2013, is an annual public fishing tournament that Lilleys' Landing Resort and Marina on Lake Taneycomo. This cold water lake offers great rainbow and brown trout fishing. The rules of the tournament require artificial baits only and it is catch-and-release tournament as well. The entry fee is $50 for each two-person team. Cash prices and trophies will be award to the top four teams. The teams with the heaviest brown and rainbow trout are awarded Big Trout Cash Prizes.
Jan 25 - Feb 3	Jekyll and Hyde 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Tri-Lakes Community Theatre presents: Jekyll and Hyde January 25, 26, 27 February 1, 2, 3 Times: Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m. Location: New Americana Theatre
Saturday, Jan. 26	Branson's Got Talent 7 p.m. Don't miss this FUNdraising event as we raise money for a safe graduation night for our Branson Senior Class!
Saturday, Jan. 26	A Twilight Walk 5:30 p.m. A Twilight Walk- the common cure for cabin fever will be held on Saturday, January 26th beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Lakeshore Trail trailhead. Join us for a guided walk along Table Rock Lakeshore trail. You might even see or hear some nocturnal creatures along the way! After the walk participants will roast marshmallows to make s'mores under the stars. So bundle up for an evening outside.
Feb 1 - Feb 28	Sweetheart Month at Titanic Museum Attraction Renew your wedding vows on the Grand Staircase! The entire month of February 2013 Romance and adventure were in the air when Titanic set sail on April 10, 1912. Twelve couples traveling on Titanic were on their honeymoon , nine in first class. There were also young, brides-to-be sailing to America to start a new life there. Rose DeWitt Bukater, the fictional, co-star in the Academy Award winning TITANIC was among this group. Experience the power of love during Titanic's Sweetheart Month this February 2013. Join us as we pay tribute to romance and the lasting love of devoted couples everywhere. Our Vow Renewals are held in elegant style on Titanic's Grand Staircase; every ceremony is presided over by the ship's captain. Reservations are required. Our appointment book fills rapidly for this extremely popular event. To keep the romance alive and steer clear of icebergs, we recommend immediate reservations!
Feb 1 - Feb 28	Branson Mill Valentine's For Vets 10 am to 6pm
Saturday, Feb. 2	4th Annual Guns 'n Hoses Basketball Game 6 p.m. The Branson Police Officers and Firefighters are set to play in the fourth annual Guns 'n Hoses Basketball game. This high energy and exciting competition is set for Saturday, February 2nd starting at 6 p.m. There is no cost to the public to view the game, but donations will be accepted. All proceeds from the game will benefit the Branson Police and Fire Associations, which provide aid to the families of police officers and firefighters who become disabled through sickness or job injuries and are unable to continue working.
Monday, Feb. 4	Hot Winter Fun Big Show 7 p.m. While the pace is relaxed, there’s lots of fun and the price is just right, now is the time to make your plans for some Hot Winter Fun in Branson! Branson, dubbed the “Live Music Show Capital of the World,” is the perfect place to escape the winter blues and Branson’s Hot Winter Fun Big Show, at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater on Feb. 4, is the perfect event to sample a wide variety of acts and performers jam-packed into one exciting show. You’ll see portions of several shows that are open during the winter months. Shows on stage include Legends In Concert, “it” from the Hughes Brothers Theatre, Baldknobbers Jamboree, Grand Jubilee, Clay Cooper, A Tribute To Marty Robbins, Hank Williams Revisited, and more. “The Big Show has become a tradition for many visitors who plan their trip to Branson around the event. It’s also something local residents enjoy because they get to see some of the new acts opening for the season and some of their longtime favorites,” says Clay Cooper. Tickets for Branson’s 19th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show can be purchased by calling Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater directly at 417-339-3003. In the event of inclement weather, the alternate date will be February 13th.
Saturday, Feb. 9	Father/Daughter Valentine Dance 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Make Valentine's Day extra special and enjoy your very own prom with your daughter! Start a tradition and attend the 2nd Annual Father/Daughter Valentine Dance. It will be held on Saturday February 9, 2013 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Branson Community Center. Come and enjoy a night full of fun, excitement, and dancing complete with refreshments, music provided by a live D.J., prizes, and a complementary photograph. Pre-registration is required for this event and payment is due at the time of registration. Pre-registration will begin on January 2 and run through February 4.
Thursday, Feb. 14	Valentine's Day Dinner at College of the Ozarks Keeter Center 5;00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Valentine Feature Menu 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Candlelight & Rose Petal Setting Live Entertainment
Thursday, Feb. 14	Valentine's Day Dinner for Two at Top of the Rock Restaurant 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Let our culinary team set the mood with a fabulous four-course dinner as you and your sweetheart sip champagne, all while taking in the majestic views of Table Rock Lake. This special romantic dinner is offered on Thursday, February 14th from 5 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Reservations Required.
Feb 14 - Feb 17	Valentine's Day Dinner and Drinks for Two Prime Rib Dinner, complimentary champagne, chef-inspired desserts. Call for reservations. Serving on Valentine's Day and the following weekend.
Feb 14 - Feb 16	Valentine's Day Cruise on the Landing Princess 5:15 p.m. Show your Valentine just how special they are by taking them on a romantic "Dinner Cruise on the Landing Princess". Our cruise includes complimentary glass of champagne (for guests over 21), garden salad, barbeque beef brisket, slow roasted chicken, country style green beans, mashed potatoes, cornbread muffins, sinfully delicious cheesecake, coffee, iced tea, soda and water. A cash bar is also available on this holiday cruise. Seating on lower level.
Feb 15 - Feb 17	17th Annual Tri-Lakes Building & Home Show The Home Show is Branson’s “Don’t Miss” trade show of the year for homeowners and consumers. For over 16 years, this first class consumer show has been hosting the area’s leading companies in one location to bring you everything from home improvement, remodeling, and landscaping to home security, kitchen and bath and so much more! Our three day event includes vendor booths, prizes, seminars and special guests. Get an up close view of last year’s show, by browsing through our Directory to locate exhibitors and the products and services you may be interested in. Companies are listed by product/service category, and our floor plan map helps you find local companies serving the homeowner market. Hours: Friday: 2pm – 8pm Saturday: 9am – 5pm Sunday: 11am – 3pm
Feb 15 - Feb 24	To Kill a Mockingbird 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Tri-Lakes Community Theatre presents: To Kill a Mockingbird February 15, 16, 17 February 22, 23, 24 Times: Friday & Saturday: 7 p.m. Sunday: 2 p.m. Location: God & Country Theatre
Saturday, Feb. 16	Pirate Run 2013 10 a.m. Online registration runs through February 15th at Noon. The First 100 Entries are Guaranteed a Pirate Run Tee Shirt. After the first 100, the registration form needs to be received by February 1st to guarantee a race day shirt. Cost to enter is $20 per participant before February 16th and/or $25 the day of the race (2/16).Payment for online entries must be received before the day of the race. All entries in the “14 & Under” age division are free of charge, or they can pay $5 to receive a short sleeve race t-shirt. 14 and under will not be eligible for the prize drawing after the race. Make checks payable to BRANSON HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB and mailed to: Branson High School c/o Track & Field Coach 935 Buchanan Road Branson, MO 65616
Saturday, Feb. 16	Vulture Venture 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Missouri's most unusual wildlife event. Join us for our 18th Annual Vulture Venture event at the Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery. Hourly presentations featuring Socrates, a live Turkey Vulture, from Springfield's WOW Museum. Bring your camera because Socrates loves to have his photo taken. Event also includes games and activities for all ages. Outdoor viewing is available with the help of volunteers and naturalists. A new and unique Vulture Venture print will be provided FREE to each family. No Reservations are required. Dress for the weather. Call (417) 334-4865 ext 0 for more details or directions.
Feb 21 - Feb 24	Seven Brides for Seven Brothers 7 p.m. on Thurs, Fri and Sat. 2 p.m. on Sunday Opening February 21, the BHS production of the musical Seven Brides for Seven Brothers at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. You can also catch it on February 22 and 23 at 7:00 p.m., or on February 24 at 2:00 p.m. Advance tickets for reserved seating are available by calling 417-334-6511, ext. 5421; tickets are $8 for all ages. Come out and support these up and coming stars of the theater world!
Saturday, Feb. 23	World Sword Swallower's Day Events at Ripley's Believe It or Not! 2:23 p.m. Ripley's Believe It or Not! will celebrate the 7th annual World Sword Swallower's Day with free performances by death-defying sword swallowers. Performances start around 1:30 p.m., with an official worldwide "swallow" taking place at 2:23 p.m. Sword swallowing shows outside the museum are FREE. Regular admission is required for people wanting to tour the Odditorium.
Saturday, Feb. 23	Vince Elfrink Memorial Tournament Vince Elfrink Memorial Tournament, Saturday February 23, 2013, is an annual public fishing tournament that Lilleys' Landing Resort and Marina on Lake Taneycomo. This cold water lake offers great rainbow and brown trout fishing. The rules of the tournament require artificial baits only and it is catch-and-release tournament as well. The entry fee is $50 for each two-person team. Cash prices and trophies will be award to the top four teams. The teams with the heaviest brown and rainbow trout are awarded Big Trout Cash Prizes.
Wednesday, Feb. 27	Branson's 4th Annual Gong Show 6:49 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 27	4th Annual Dancing with the Stars of Branson 7:00 p.m. Dancing with the Stars of Branson is Branson's most anticipated annual community fundraiser. Here are some facts about the show: Reserved seats are $15 plus tax; preferred seating (first 6 rows) are $20 plus tax This is the 4th annual event. And this is the second year in a row for it to be held at Dick Clarks American Bandstand Theatre, home of Legends in Concert Benefitting the Arts and other community organizations through fundraising Members of our community are each paired with their own professional Branson dancer to perform one dance number to raise funds for the local community charity of their choice The Stars and Pros have one month to fundraise for “votes” and to learn their dance The dancers perform in the first half of the show and voting takes place at intermission Audience members “vote” with their dollars. ($1 equals one vote) Ballot boxes are tallied during the second half of the show which consists of incredible dance expositions by professional dancers as well as troupes from each of our Branson dance studios Two trophies are awarded each year. The Mirror Ball Trophy for the couple that raised the most money for their charity, and the Judges Cup which is awarded to the couple that most tickles the judges fancy for any reason 100% of the net proceeds benefiting the community organizations listed
Thursday, Feb. 28	Black & White Party to Support the Red Cross 6 p.m. On February 29, 2012, the Branson Convention Center and Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel took a direct hit from the tornado that wreaked a bit of havoc in Branson. To commemorate the event and say “thank you” to the American Red Cross for all its good work in the aftermath of the storm, there will be a Black & White Party at Clear Lounge on the first floor of the Convention Center Hotel. For only $25 per person, you’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and access to silent auction items. A percentage of the proceeds from ticket sales, and 100 percent of the money raised from silent auction bids, will go directly to the Red Cross. Attire for the evening can be either black or white. For reservations, call 417-243-3433.


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