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BRANSONBULLETIN BRANSONBULLETIN WHAT'S NEW IN BRANSON FOR 2020 WonderWorks, the upside-down adventure on 76 Country Blvd., is a science- focused, indoor amusement park for the mind. Four floors of non-stop "edutainment" for all ages, with over 100 hands-on interactive exhibits. Plan your child's birthday party here for lots of fun. Mystic River Falls at Silver Dollar City is the tallest raft ride drop in the western hemisphere; a nearly half-mile trek ascending an eight-story tower then plummeting down a four-and-a-half-story waterfall. It's the wettest splashdown in Silver Dollar City's 60 year history! Shepherd of the Hills Adventure Park, voted #1 Aerial Adventure Park by USA Today readers, and home to the 1907 novel, a classic piece of Ozarks history, with Vigilante ZipRider, Inspiration Tower, ATV rides, homestead tours, a petting farm, ropes course and restaurant. Payne's Valley Golf Course at Big Cedar Lodge pays tribute to Ozarks native and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Payne Stewart. It will be the first public-access golf course by 82-time PGA TOUR winner Tiger Woods design firm, TGR Design. Payne's Valley, with its inviting layout, pristine water features, large fairways and greens, and a spectacular 19th hole, the Big Rock, is a course not to be missed. Aquarium at the Boardwalk brings the ocean to the Midwest. Explore a Jellyfish Infinity Room, underwater tunnels with a Mermaid Palace, and all the twists and turns of a submarine adventure. Get close to thousands of incredible sea creatures, some you can touch. Designed for all ages, come experience the wonders of the coral reef and so much more. Beyond the Lens and behind the camera lies an exciting trip through pop culture with a combination of conspiracy theories and cutting-edge gaming systems all in one of the newest, fun-filled attractions. A family friendly adventure that's loaded with interactive exhibits, escape rooms, virtual/augmented reality games, crazy fun photo ops and more. The Branson Buzzsaw at The Sawmill, which also includes The Branson Coaster. A thrilling new swing ride raises guests to the top of a 123-foot tower where riders spin at 10 revolutions a minute for a heart-pumping, unforgettable view. Experience Branson's 26th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show on Wednesday, February 5, 2020, at 7:00 PM at Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater. Every year the Hot Winter Fun Big Show sizzles with an exciting line-up of Branson stars and shows. For the 26th year plans are in progress for a truly BIG celebration. Along with a wide variety of shows and performers jam-packed into one exciting show, there are souvenirs, special treats, and surprising performances. The 2020 Big Show promises to be one hot show! Each year the Hot Winter Fun Big Show provides an opportunity to see portions of several Branson shows. As of today's date confirmed shows on stage include Shoji and Christina Tabuchi, Grand Jubilee, the Hughes Music Show, the SIX show, Comedy Jamboree, Doug Gabriel, Legends In Concert, CJ Newsom's Classic Country & Comedy Show, Jerry Presley's Elvis Live, and shows from the IMAX Little Opry Theatre. The Hot Winter Fun Big Show is co-emceed by Branson Tri-Lakes News Entertainment Reporter Joshua Clark and a mystery co-emcee. Tickets for Branson's 26th Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show are on sale now and can be purchased by calling Dick Clark's American Bandstand Theater directly at 417-339-3003. Tickets are $35 for regular seating; rows 1-6 are $40. Also available is the $60 VIP Balcony Package. The VIP Package includes reserved VIP Overlook seating, heavy hors d'oeuvres, non- alcoholic beverages, access to a cash bar, and meet-and-greets with many of the stars. Branson's IMAX Entertainment Center sponsors the VIP Balcony and is also celebrating their 26th year in Branson. "Get your tickets now for one of the hottest events Branson has during Hot Winter Fun. Typically the Big Show sells out! 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. We all have a good time, get to see some of our favorite shows, see some of the new shows, and the proceeds are used to help market the Branson," says Sue Braun, Executive Director of The League of Branson Theatre Owners & Show Producers (The Branson Show League). The annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show is sponsored by the Branson Show League. All of the entertainers donate their performances to the cause. Many volunteers and local businesses including the Branson Tri-Lakes News, Ozark Mountain Newspapers, Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, and others help to market and sponsor the show. Cater Branson/Golden Corral sponsors backstage goodies for the stars. For tickets call 417-339-3003 today. THE BEST OF BRANSON Branson's Annual Hot Winter Fun Big Show 48 WHAT'S UP! JANUARY 19-25, 2020