Branson Christmas 2023

Pick-Up Locations

4:30 AM - State College
5:00 AM - Philipsburg
5:30 AM - Clearfield
6:00 AM - Dubois

Please arrive at your pick-up location 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure.

Day 1

Travel to Terre Haute, IN with breakfast and lunch (on own) stops en route. Check in to the Drury Inn & Suites and enjoy their evening kickback for dinner and drinks. Relax for the evening.

Day 2

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before continuing our journey to Branson. Lunch (on own) and comfort stops en route. Arrive in Branson in time for the Hughes Brother Christmas Show & BBQ dinner (pending availability). The Hughes Brothers and family transport you to a Christmas wonderland filled with the season's best vocal harmonies, exciting dances, inspiring instrumentals, and of course, the enchantment and light-hearted humor that everyone loves about the Hughes Brothers Show. Along with all the festive surprises and treasured family traditions, see Santa in a new light when he explains the symbols of Christmas in the most moving Christmas presentation you've ever witnessed.

Day 3

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning before heading out to a scenic Christmas tour of the Ozarks College campus and enjoy lunch included.
This afternoon, we're off to the Mansion Theatre for the Performing Arts to enjoy the show of Irish Singing Superstar LIVE in Branson! Without a doubt, Daniel O'Donnell is one of the most requested and attended entertainer to ever take to the Branson stage. He regularly sells out shows wherever he performs and many of his concerts sell out months in advanced. (3h with intermission)

Enjoy dinner this evening at local restaurant (DI)

After dinner, we will see the Dutton Family Show (pending availability). The Duttons are international touring and recording artists that play everything from bluegrass to classical in their shows, featuring a variety of instruments: violin, guitar, bass, viola, banjo, mandolin, keyboard, harmonica and drums among others. The Duttons have not only won recognition in national fiddling contests, and as studio musicians but have also garnered praise and awards in classical violin competitions. In addition to their instrumental virtuosity, the Duttons are accomplished singers and dancers and have been recognized as superb vocal talents. Behind the scenes, The Duttons collaborate to create unique production ideas for their shows which delight audiences. The show is self-produced by the family including choreography, musical arrangement, technical support, production, and marketing, the end result of which is the audience streaming from the theater proclaiming, "This is the best show I have ever seen in my life!"

Day 4

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning (DI)

This morning, see the Irish Tenors with the Celtic Ladies. This show is a treasured Branson tradition; filled with songs that'll bring joy and the true spirit of Christmas to your holiday season. Listen in amazement as these talented singers take you on a breathtaking uplifting musical journey of traditional Irish Classics, as well as covering Christmas favorites like, Christmas in Killarney, Mary Did You Know, O' Holy Night, What Child is This, O Come All Ye Faithful, and Ave Maria. Once you've witnessed the gifts of these incredible entertainers, you'll want to add this show as a must see to your wish list year after year after year.

We will have free time and lunch on your own at Branson Craft Mall - the most unique mall in Branson. One-stop for shopping, dining and entertainment. Vendors, artists and crafters offer apparel, quilts, leather goods, jewelry, stained glass, rugs and more.

We will return to the hotel to freshen up before going to board the Belle of Branson. Take your season merry with the Showboat Branson Belle's for your Christmas show!
Hear music from the 1960s to today, with Christmas favorites sprinkled throughout the show, performed by five-star entertainers with powerhouse vocals and tight harmonies backed by a four-piece band. Plus, enjoy the magic and comedy of the Showboat's master of ceremonies, relive great soundtrack movie moments and experience the must-see spectacle of rhythm and footwork from the toe-tapping Showboat Dancers.
Your experience also includes a delicious three-course meal prepared fresh in the ship's galley and time on beautiful Table Rock Lake. Cruise, dine and be entertained this Christmas aboard America's Most Entertaining Lake Adventure!

Day 5

Enjoy leisure breakfast at the hotel this morning before an exciting performance at the Clay Cooper Theater. Enjoy the special Clay Cooper's Country Express Christmas has something for everyone with 25 entertainers on stage, great visual effects and a variety of music - old & new country, rock n roll, gospel, and patriotic! The singing, dancing, and hysterical comedy will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. In November and December, this show features an Ozark Mountain Christmas Celebration that has become a "MUST SEE" in Branson. The first half is filled with highlights from the regular season show, and the second half is ALL Christmas! Family-friendly fun you don't want to miss!

Enjoy free time and lunch on own. Free trolley takes you from Historic downtown Branson to Branson Landing. Return to hotel to freshen up for evening.

Tonight, enjoy dinner & Show Dolly Parton's Stampede. Everyone who experiences Christmas at Dolly Parton's Stampede in Branson will fall in love with the fun and excitement of the grand performances during our holiday extravaganza! You don't want to miss getting into the Christmas spirit at our Branson Christmas show!

After the show, depart for Lights of Joy - one of Branson's most popular Christmas attractions. Every major display will be replaced with several new themed sections," says Kurt Kysar, manager of Lights of Joy Christmas Drive-Thru. "Having extensive new displays is unheard of in this industry, especially in back-to-back years.

Day 6

Enjoy breakfast buffet at the hotel this morning prior to checking out. Baggage handling is included.
Board motor coach and depart for Indianapolis. Enjoy lunch on own en route.
Stop at PFI Western Store Home of BootDaddy, Springfield MO
Check-in to Drury Inn & Suites Enjoy the kickback reception
Meals: B, Kickback reception

Day 7

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading home. Lunch/Dinner (on own) stops en route.

Approx Return

7:00 PM - Dubois
7:30 PM - Clearfield
8:00 PM - Philipsburg
8:30 PM - State College

FB=Full Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner