This was a nice shop loaded with some artsy type pieces, its connected to the hotel lobby via a…read moreseparate entrance. it's an American fine arts and craft gallery with an eclectic collection of more than 240 artists. the lady working behind the counter was very friendly, and very knowledgeable of the products she was hosting in the shop. prices were on the higher end of the spectrum, but with all honesty some of the pieces were priced accordingly. a little bit out of my price range, but still enjoyable to casually browse..

This place was a highlight of our trip. Great customer service and walked away with a unique Pete…read morethe Cat print. The history of the artist was very interesting in relation to Eureka Springs!

Shanghai Circus, at the Mickey Gilley Theatre. Branson, MO. Sept, 2026…read more My husband and I got VIP tickets (front row, center) for this performance, and we were both mesmerized by every single one of the many performances in the Grand Shanghai Circus. This fast-paced show featured Acrobatics and Balance (chair balancing, rolling cylinders, ...), Aerial and Strength feats (Chinese pole, duo silk aerials), Juggling and Object Manipulation (balls, jugs, and umbrellas), traditional Chinese mask-changing, hoop diving, tumbling, and more. This is a professional show with a very talented and engaging cast (I counted 12 performers), a beautiful series of stage backdrops, well-synced Chinese music, and dramatic lighting. The show is offered every day of the week. It runs about two hours, with a 15-minute intermission. Parking is free and plentiful. I would recommend it for adults and children; it's family-friendly. Tickets are currently $50 for VIP seating, $48 for all other seats, but there are bargains to be found on Groupon. Staff are the theater were friendly, and there are concessions as well as a gift shop. The only minor thing to say about the experience was that the seats became a bit uncomfortable after sitting in them for 2 hours.

We saw Illusionist Rick Thomas and it was absolutely worth the money. The kids and husband were…read moremesmerized. Mr. Thomas just seemed like a good, nice man. He was a good entertainer and we'd recommend him for sure!

We went ziplining on the canopy tour for my birthday. Caleb and Brandon was our tour guides. They…read morewere super friendly, had great communication and gave us a great experience. Thank you for making my birthday one to remember.

This was an awesome experience. This Christmas village is an annual event at the Shepheard of the…read moreHills. They have been putting it on for many years. It is pure family Christmas fun. I felt like we were in a Hallmark movie. There is a decent amount of parking available between two lots, and it can get kind of tight at peak times. Everyone that was working the event was so friendly. They have a ton of photo opportunities and activities going on. Everything is included in the price of admission. I found the admission to be reasonable compared to other similar events. We just got the general admission. VIP admission was available, which included everything in the general admission, plus a trip up the tower and a ride on the coaster. They have a host of carnival games to play, such as roller bowler, basketball shot, skeeball, football throw and baseball throw, minus the prizes and annoying solicitors. They also have the Hills' animals such as sheep, and alpacas that are available to view and pet. My kids really liked the jump pad, stomp lights and little ninja course. Their favorite had to be the Mega Tube Slide though. The slide was fast and surprisingly did not have a line. The events Santa's workshop was awesome. They had an area where kids could color and right letters to Santa, and then mail them. They also had a face painting area where they painted designs on kid faces for an additional fee. And, of course they had the Jolly one himself there. He was a really good Santa. And they were taking professional photos for a fee, but allowing people to also take pictures with their cell phone, which is rare for being allowed when professional pictures are being taken. You will find a nativity scene, a fire pit, and have access to the tree top sky trail while you are there. I really liked the Hayride, which took us on a ride though a portion of the drive through Trail of Lights. It was cool to see the lights and not have to drive to do it. There is also a little playground area with slides and swings that is very nice, it is right by the ninja course. My kids spent a lot of time there. The event covers a pretty large area and includes phot ops such as picture in a sleigh, large bales of hay painted as Santa and reindeer, benches and event frames. The fire pit is also picturesque and has chairs around it to heat up. We did not have VIP tickets, but my kids still wanted to ride the coaster, so we just paid for it al a carte. They loved it so much that they went twice. My eight year old went by herself and I let my 4 year old drive. The place that you purchase the tickets to ride was pretty warm. We took that as an opportunity to heat up. It is also the base of the tall tower that gives you panoramic views of the valley. I really loved this spot. It was reasonably priced, well decorated with Christmas lights and other decorations and had tons of stuff to do. We spent about a half a day here. I recommend timing your visit so you can catch the place during daylight and night so that you get the best of both worlds. I highly, highly recommend checking this place out. If I could give it two extra stars I would.

Absolutely a 5-star show! I was the only one in our group that had seen his show before, and he…read moredidn't disappoint. He provides a wonderful show of good, clean fun, patriotism for his adopted country, and interactions with his audience. I highly recommend his show if you're in the Branson area

Very nice low impact show. Enjoyed his biography and his comedy. Price was reasonable. Theatre…read morewas clean and comfortable. Would recommend.

Incredibly talented cast with non-stop superb dancing and, to my surprise, can also sing. Don't…read moremiss this show if you only see one in Hanson.

This is a very long running show, like decades long. I had such a good time…read more Doug did the first half of the show based on his regular season show. The second half was a Christmas theme. He also honored veterans, and most importantly, the Lord. Five stars all the way!

So outstanding! How cool that Doug uses his family for so…read moremany roles. His son the jester, his son the drummer, his daughter the singer, the youngest granddaughter. I would love to come back! Great great great!!!

Yakov Smirnoff: From the Soviet Union to a U.S. Ph.D. While Making Millions Laugh…read more Yakov Smirnoff's remarkable journey took him from the Soviet Union to the United States, where he built a successful career in comedy, became an American citizen, and ultimately earned a doctorate, all while bringing laughter to millions. Born in Odesa, then part of the Soviet Union and now in Ukraine, Smirnoff began his career as a stand-up comedian in the Soviet Union. In 1977, he immigrated to the United States to pursue his dream of a career in American show business, despite not yet knowing English. On July 4, 1986, Smirnoff became a U.S. citizen. Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, he continued to build his career in America. In 1993, he began performing year-round at his own 2,000-seat theater in Branson, Missouri. As of 2024, he continued to perform there on select dates while also touring internationally. Beyond his achievements in entertainment, Smirnoff pursued an academic path in psychology and leadership. He earned a master's degree in psychology from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006 and a doctorate in psychology and global leadership from Pepperdine University in 2019. His journey reflects a commitment to lifelong learning and personal growth that extends well beyond the stage. America's Heart: A Tribute to September 11 Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Smirnoff created America's Heart, a monumental 200-by-135-foot mural honoring the victims and commemorating the nation's resilience in the face of profound loss. Deeply affected by the tragedy and the helplessness he felt in its aftermath, Smirnoff began painting on the night of September 11, channeling his emotions into an expression of remembrance and solidarity. He later invested $100,000 of his own money in an effort to have the mural displayed at Ground Zero. Through this deeply personal undertaking, Smirnoff sought to honor those who lost their lives, acknowledge the suffering of their families and loved ones, and pay tribute to the courage, compassion, and unity that emerged in the aftermath of the attacks. America's Heart represents one artist's response to a national tragedy and his desire to preserve the memory of those who perished on September 11, 2001. It stands as a testament to the power of art to express grief, honor lives lost, and offer a message of hope in the face of profound sorrow. From escaping the limitations of the Soviet Union to entertaining American audiences, earning advanced academic degrees, and creating a memorial tribute to September 11, Smirnoff's life story encompasses humor, perseverance, education, and a deep appreciation for the country he chose to call home.

The show was very interesting with important facts. The seats were plus size friendly and the stage…read morewas nice.

So I say Thank you for the music, the songs I'm singing…read moreThanks for all the joy they're bringing Who can live without it? I ask in all honesty What would life be Without a song or a dance, what are we? So I say thank you for the music For giving it to me Fun afternoon in Branson at Thank You For The Music: A Modern Tribute to ABBA. It is a non-stop high energy interpretation of timeless ABBA classics. Fun how the group of four talented singers incorporated trivia, original album covers and videos into the almost two-hour performance. ABBA, of course, is the Swedish pop supergroup formed by Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. Their name is an acronym of the first letters of their first names arranged as a palindrome. Mamma Mia. Dancing Queen. Waterloo. Take A Chance on Me. SOS. Fernando. Knowing Me, Knowing You. The Name Of The Game. These are just a few of the highlights of this musical journey. The four-part harmonies got the crowd up on their feet. You will leave singing their songs for the next few days. Discounted tickets available throughout Branson. Use your ticket to buy additional tickets to other Hamner's Variety Theater shows for $20 which we did not do, but we overheard that several people had done all four shows. Thank you for the music and thank you for a fun afternoon in Branson.

I have seen Thank You for the Music: A Modern Tribute to ABBA at Hamners' Theater in Branson,…read moreMissouri four times and it gets better every time! I can't wait to return to Branson next year so I can see it again. The first time I saw it was in 2019 along with my 8 year old great niece and my 83 year old mother. They both loved it. The singing and dancing are wonderful. The cast members are so talented. They are also very endearing. Like their other shows, they interact with the audience which results in a unique show each time. They also show videos of ABBA while they are performing, as well as provide ABBA trivia. They sing so many songs. Probably more than one would have heard at an actual ABBA concert. After the show, the cast members are available in the lobby for pictures and questions. I highly recommend seeing this show as well as the other shows at Hamners'. Look for my reviews of their other "tribute" shows.