Experience the magic of 150 Santas in Branson!
This summer, the spirit of Christmas arrives early in Branson! From July 18-21, the 2024 School of Santas (schoolofsantas.com) will transform the town into a festive wonderland. Imagine the sight of 150 Santas, all volunteers, who come together at their own expense to learn the art of bringing joy to the world. During the day, these dedicated Santas attend special training, and in the evenings, they enjoy the best entertainment Branson has to offer.
The pinnacle of this magical event occurs on Friday, July 19, at 8 p.m. when SIX* hosts all 150 Santas at the Pepsi Legends Theater, 1600 W. 76 Country Blvd.
Picture the excitement and delight of being surrounded by a sea of Santas, creating an unforgettable experience for all ages. This is a unique event that promises to be a highlight of the summer, captivating the hearts of both the young and the young at heart. It might even rekindle the innocent joy of childhood, ignite memories of wonder for those who once believed, and inspire even the most skeptical to search the night sky with a twinkle of hope, longing for the magic of Santa Claus.
Adding to the enchantment, Spangle the Clown, the founder of Branson’s School of Santas, will bring his incredible Santa Trailer to Branson. This festive trailer, designed to make you feel like you’ve stepped into the North Pole, will be on display during the event. After this year’s School of Santas, Spangle and Mrs. Claus will take this magical trailer to remote areas during the Christmas season, spreading holiday cheer to children who might otherwise miss out on Santa’s visit. To keep watch on all things Santa, visit gotsanta.com.
This is an opportunity not to be missed! This event will bring fun, wonder and the true spirit of Christmas to the heart of summer. Help us make this a memorable occasion for all ages. Book your tickets today at 877-SIX-SHOW and join us for this magical experience.
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And, coming for Christmas 2024...
The Branson Christmas Coalition will host their fifth annual Community Christmas tree for the 2024 Christmas season beginning November 1. This year’s tree is called “Hope & Hospitality” in partnership with the local Ozark Mountain Legacy organization that is focused on preserving the core values and culture of the region. Their vision is for the Ozarks to be a model of hope and hospitality for our nation. The 39 ft. display at 3335 W. 76 Country Blvd. near the Branson Ferris Wheel will feature more than 4,000 LED lights, giant pine cones, and new this year: 300 feet of giant popcorn and cranberry garland! This oversized yet quaint new décor will add beautiful daytime color as it recalls traditional Christmas tree decorations from long ago.
In addition, a spectacular new 34 ft. Christmas tree by the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District (CID) will be located east of Peddler Pete’s Tradin’ Post at 121 Commercial Street. The tree will have 14,540 LED bud lights, 65 giant snowflake lights, 150 silver balls and 50 meteor-shower-like animated light tubes, continuing the dazzling, icy theme the CID initiated with the creation of more than 100 bespoke, swirling snowflake displays featured on downtown lampposts for the holidays since 2022.
“We’re grateful to the Coalition, and especially to the City of Branson for all their support with enhancing Christmas in Historic Downtown Branson,” explains Cris Bohinc, Executive Director of the Historic Downtown Branson CID. “By creating a beautiful, even magical atmosphere throughout our district, we’re attracting more consumers, giving them a great experience, and helping business grow.”
“The Ozark Mountain Christmas season in Branson gets better every year,” touts Ann McDowell, Executive Director of the Branson Christmas Coalition. “We’re thrilled with the widespread community support and we love the creativity and variety it brings to the season. The new downtown Christmas tree will be a wow-your-socks-off dazzling display that adds another wonderful reason to visit our destination for the holidays and another fun stop on ‘America’s Christmas Tree Trail’ in Branson.”
“America’s Christmas Tree Trail” is a virtual treasure hunt and interactive online experience initiated by the Branson Christmas Coalition in 2023. Participants download a free app and then explore the Branson/Lakes Area, earning points for visiting holiday displays and completing challenges along the way. The game will be available again this year with 50 separate treasure locations (18 more than last year) starting November 1, 2024. Area organizations are invited to submit their landmark Christmas tree or other noteworthy holiday display for possible inclusion on the trail as soon as possible.
For more information on the Branson Christmas Coalition, the 2024 Community Christmas Tree “Hope & Hospitality” and “America’s Christmas Tree Trail,” go to www.BransonChristmas.org.
To learn more about Ozark Mountain Legacy and their vision of Hope and Hospitality for our region, go to www.OzarkMountainLegacy.org. To learn more about Historic Downtown Branson go to www.RideSparky.com
To make plans for a visit to Branson for the Ozark Mountain Christmas season, go to www.ExploreBranson.com
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