Day 1 You'll See:
Day 2 You'll See:
- College of the Ozarks Ralph Foster Museum
- Branson Landing
- Adventure Ziplines of Branson
- Clay Cooper Theatre
Day 3 You'll See:
- Silver Dollar City
- Buckets 'N Boards Show
Day 4 You'll See:
- The Track Family Fun Park
This “Show-Me-Fun” itinerary promises to leave you and your students wishing for “one more day” in the Live Entertainment Capitol of the World! You’ll enjoy a Dolly-style celebration of music, food and friendly competition, see the “Clampett Family” vehicle, a collection of real Kewpie Dolls and authentic Native American and “Wild West” artifacts, shop ‘til you drop at beautiful Branson Landing, zip through the air above the lush Ozark treetops, feed your need for speed at Track Family Fun Park – and more!
Dixie Stampede Dinner Show
You’ve made it to beautiful Branson and you’re unpacked, freshened up and ready to rumble. Your young travel pards will be “champin’ at the bit” to find their seats at this one-of-a-kind down-home dinner show extravaganza, where they’ll enjoy a Dolly-style presentation of precision horsemanship, flamboyant pageantry, traditional romance, red, white and blue patriotism and a “friendly” rivalry between North and South – all served up with a truly finger-licking’ four-course family-style feast. Be ready for a delightful evening of non-stop laughs, big-screen Dolly and fast and furious entertainment including racing pigs, a 32 horse show, the Lumberjack Relay and the Roman Ride of Fire. Stuff yourselves silly ring-side on a mouth-watering meal of roast game hen, pork loin, corn on the cob, baked potato and all the yummy fixin’s, and wash it all down with bottomless refreshment. Utensils? Nope. Doggie bags? Yep.
College of the Ozarks Ralph Foster Museum
Ralph Foster – broadcasting pioneer and philanthropist - was an avid outdoorsman, nature lover and dedicated conservationist, with a penchant for collecting Native American and Western artifacts, weapons and firearms. His interest in The School of the Ozarks inspired him to turn his vast assemblage over to the School's Museum, which sprang from humble beginnings in the 1920s to become one of the Midwest’s premier institutions of historical preservation focused on the exhibition and interpretation of all things relating to the Ozarks region and culture. Fans of the Beverly Hillbillies television show will delight in seeing the original Clampett Family vehicle displayed amongst the museum’s intriguing diversity of holdings.
Branson Landing
At Branson Landing on beautiful Lake Taneycomo, a wonderful waterfront world of shopping, dining, and sightseeing awaits; here, you’ll discover Belk and Bass Pro Shops along with more than 100 specialty stores and restaurants. You’ll be swept up in the special Ozark Mountain magic of its vibrant town square and scenic 1.5-mile boardwalk, enjoy spectacular live entertainment and special events and a dazzling water cannon show featuring “fiery” 120-foot geysers pulsing and dancing to music that changes with the seasons. Sit down to a fantastic meal at the White River Fish House – Bass Pro’s floating restaurant serving up some of the finest and freshest steaks, seafood, pasta and desserts in town - grab a pizza at Old Chicago or swing by Famous Dave’s for some deliciously authentic St. Louis-style BBQ. Whatever your pleasure, you’re sure to enjoy a few hours exploring Branson Landing!
Adventure Ziplines of Branson
Grab a healthy snack and stuff the flip-flops into your bag for later; you’re going to need “flight-friendly” footwear (dangle-proof landing gear) for what’s next! Adventure Ziplines of Branson promises you and your troops an unforgettable fun odyssey as you step off into the fresh country air and zoom over the scenic Missouri Ozarks on as many as seven different lines at speeds up to 50 mph; no experience necessary. A 20-minute training session ensures a super-safe treetop tour, start to finish – hoots and hollers guaranteed! Unmatched panoramic views, lifetime memories, and pure exhilaration are yours for the zipping.
Clay Cooper Theatre
To top off a Branson-fabulous Day 2, you’re heading over to the Clay Cooper Theater for an absolutely unbeatable evening’s entertainment. Previously owned and operated by the Osmond Family, the popular venue - taken over by Clay in January 2010 – boasts an array of exciting updates including an expanded lobby, a dance hall, state of the art sound and lighting and a wonderful kids’ area. Clay, his family and his talented cast of veteran entertainers consistently bring down the house with their “Clay Cooper Express” - a high-energy variety show extravaganza jam-packed with comedy, country, dance, trick roping, gun-slingin', gospel and more!
Silver Dollar City
You’ll kick off Day 3 of your Show Me State get away with a few hours at this ever-popular Branson theme park, modeled after a 1800s Missouri town. Silver Dollar City has been serving up helping heapings of its home-grown brand of rib-tickling, foot stomping, belly-flopping entertainment for the whole family since 1960; with its mother lode of rides and attractions, dozens of quaint shops and scores of top-notch artisans hawking traditional crafts and goods, there’s something to tickle your fancy at every turn! Catch a live show, enjoy cool crafting demonstrations, shop to your heart’s content and find your thrill on one of the park’s rootin’, tootin’ roller coasters. Mmmmm…smell that??? There’s nothing like a fresh, hot funnel cake or warm, crispy kettle corn to sweeten a perfect outing – go ahead and indulge!
Buckets N Boards Show
You’re in for a real treat at the Starlight Theater in Branson where the talented Buckets and Boards duo of Matt Levingston and Gareth Sever serve up their zany, handcrafted and hilarious comedy - a dynamic percussion-musical extravaganza, Rated “#1 Show in Branson”. Buckets and Boards’ exhilarating performance is “cream of the crop” family-friendly live entertainment – unlike anything you’ve ever seen – promising to leave you and your students in stitches for the rest of your trip!
The Track Family Fun Park
Your 4-day Branson getaway is all about a jammin’ good time, and this final stop on your itinerary will guarantee smiles for miles. Branson’s Track Family Fun Park features a high-rise and classic go-kart tracks, bumper boats/cars, kiddie rides, laser tag and maze challenges, mini golf, indoor glow golf, batting cages, arcades and more – all with absolutely no gate admission charge! Awesome one and two-hour fast passes get your group unlimited rides and mini golf at your reserved location, and the Wild Woody Mining Company on Track Three is a real treat for younger “fun prospectors” who get to mine for – and take home - their own special bag of treasure. No worries about low fuel, here! Pizza World serves up gourmet pies and subs and an award-winning pizza, pasta and salad buffet, while Andy’s Frozen Custard tops off your tank with frosty, creamy “concrete” treats!