BransonFest 2005, Branson's premiere festival for entertainment, food and fun

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BransonFest 2005, Apr. 5-9, Branson's premiere festival for entertainment, food and fun!

Branson, dubbed the "Live Entertainment Capital of the World" kicks off its new season of family entertainment with its biggest bash of the year-Branson Fest. Branson Fest celebrates a new season of entertainment with five days of great music, luscious food and Ozark Mountain arts. Branson Fest 2005 will be held April 5-9 at the Welk Resort Theatre in Branson, Missouri.

This five-day event kicks off on Tuesday, April 5th. Activities begin at Noon on the grounds with the first show on the Main Stage at 7:00 pm.

Indoor Super Shows featuring a variety of legendary performers will be held inside the Welk Resort Theatre, Tuesday concert - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday - Saturday - 2:00 p.m. Main Show Daily - See highlights of 10 shows each day. Click here for information on the Super Shows, tickets, and who will be appearing.

The Hospitality and Business Expo features representatives from area theaters, attractions, businesses, plus several area civic organizations on hand to answer questions about the various shows and entertainment at their venues or provide information. Visitors will get the chance to visit with their favorite Branson entertainers during special autograph sessions. Visitors can also pick up free information, prizes and give-aways at the Hospitality and Business Expo.

The spotlight is on Ozark Mountain culture and heritage at the Arts, Culture and Heritage section of the Expo. Visitors have the opportunity to view the art of nationally recognized Branson artists, and autograph sessions allow visitors to meet the artists with a featured artist, author or musician daily.

The Real American Entertainment Tent holds a stage where festival visitors can see a variety of performances from local shows and organizations.

Branson Fest "Streetmosphere" will be featured throughout the festival outside the Entertainment Tent. Dance troupes, choirs, flag corps, special demonstrations, and costumed characters will be sure to entertain visitors during the warm spring days of Branson Fest.

Taste of Branson - Inside the Taste of Branson Food Tent, guests can sample traditional Ozarks cuisine and feature some of the best fare from several of Branson's finest eating establishments.

Courtesy of The Branson Courier