If you're in Branson, Silver Dollar City is one of those places you pretty much have to experience…read moreat least once. What really sets this place apart is the entertainment. There are shows happening all day long, from live music and bluegrass to comedy and saloon-style performances. Depending on the season, there are also special productions throughout the park. It's nice to be able to sit down, take a break, and still feel like you're part of the experience. And since the shows are included with admission, it adds a lot of value to your visit. It's also a great spot if you have younger kids. There is plenty for them to do beyond just rides, including play areas, interactive attractions, and even a train ride. It's not one of those parks where little kids are limited. They can stay busy all day. The whole park has a really cool 1880s theme and is honestly one of the most beautiful theme parks I've been to. Between the shops, craftsmen, and scenery, it feels more like an experience than just rides. That said, be ready for a lot of walking. This park is very hilly and you will feel it by the end of the day. Lines can also get long during busy times. Overall, it's a really unique place with a ton to do for all ages. Between the shows, rides, and kid-friendly activities, you can easily spend a full day here and still not see everything.

Our overall review based on being there 21 Dec, which changed the atmosphere a bit…read more Pros: - Amazing festive lights and decor. - Good food and it wasn't too pricey. There is a mobile ordering option for some places through the app that helped us a lot with the long lines. - Very friendly and helpful employees. - Easy to get to and navigate the park. - Smaller attractions like Grandpa's mansion were fun! - the APP is sooo helpful! - kiddo loved the knife shop and personal rings booth. The proprietors were so nice! - PowderKeg and TimeTraveler rides were awesome. Wish would could have done more than one! Cons: - We went during a weekend when people believed (as advertised) it was the last Rudolph train parade which made it especially chaotic. That was later changed in a way but it made this weekend before Christmas majorly bad. Kiddo was mad about the odd advertising after we heard a shop owner talking about a last minute meeting. - Better locker placement. We based this on Dollywood where there was a locker before each ride but SDC has them in certain "villages" which takes time to navigate. Bc of this we barely used the locker we bought - instead there are cubbies at each ride that work out better. - The kid rides area (Fireman's village or other) is smack in the middle of the route between spaces which made travel from ride to ride difficult. - During Xmas it is hectic, especially the weekend before. The whole operation is overwrought with people and it gets difficult to move, buy food, go on rides (we waited 2 hours for time traveler and saw on the app other rides were just as long). We also waiting 45 minutes for a funnel. - our personal note - we found a decent spot for the parade and got kicked out right before it started, by security. No signage - just you can't be in this open space (it was the mulch around the stage near the big Xmas tree) We left, parade be damned - which was when a lot of people were actually leaving. - outlaw ride was closed one of the biggest nights. - overpriced junk - my kiddo recognized a 'carved bear' from another theme park and when we looked at it close it was made in the Philippines. There are some good options for craftsman here but double check before paying for high priced inports. Key notes: - we knew we would be at the park into the night so we paid the $65 to get awesome parking up front. That turned out to be a great decision because as the masses were leaving we got out in 10 mins. I know that may seem silly but it as a priority for me and I know not everyone. For $20 you can get closer parking. They do have trolleys for free parking and they were running regularly. Make the decision that is best for you! - if they have the time traveler pass available - get it if you can. We spent so much time in line to watch the add on payers jump up and get more out of their time. At this park, there are only so many awesome rides. The limitations on the pass are far exceeded by the wasted time. This is only important if you are here for the rides and not just exploring. Notes: - the ground had paint stamps to help you navigate but they were worn out and made it hard. - there are shops to warm up in but as Colorado people who have seen a thing or two maybe warming stations with heaters or warming barrels like they do at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo would be good. Most people love a good wood fire smell. Overall - plan accordingly. We personally would not recommend the weekend before Xmas (we figured people would be traveling and that was a bad assumption). Know what your interest are - if you want to do shopping then that would be fine. If you want rides, maybe look at different dates you want to go.

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!

This place is great. The shows are amazing and it has plenty of seating. We were able to get…read morediscount tickets at $15.00 a piece through Branson.com and we throughly enjoyed the Shanghai show and the Rick Thomas show. Both shows feature so much talent and it is a must do when you are in town.

So much fun! Super scary, but very well done haunted house there were lots of rooms and people…read morescaring you

From the owner: Come visit the Corbin Family this fall!read more

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.

Great show and kid friendly. Was really neat at intermission they break the "fourth" wall and you…read moreget to meet the actors up close. Terrain is steep at times but paved. May be difficult for some seniors or handicapped.

Listen, this is for all ages!! By far, the best Christmas trail! Our baby is 18 teen years old, the…read moreeldest child and the parents were so pleased. We were full of love, peace, and joy! The trail didn't just light up your day but reminded you about the most important part of life... family! This definitely will put you in the spirit of Christmas! Every corner had a remarkable story to tell with beautiful lights to pull your heart right in! The different scenes had so much detail and a unique craft that exceeded your expectations. While driving through, you thought you just saw the most beautiful piece of artwork only to be surprised with something just as spectacular. You turned to the right, and left was filled with awesomeness! You can not come to Branson during the holidays and not visit this monument! These photos don't give you the idea, but thank me later!

Don't waste your money! Its such a generic light drive thru versus what it use to be. Its a lot…read moreshorter and now you have to pay another 30.00 if you want to go up in the tower when it used to be no charge! We made this trip just for this drive thru light show as we have been here many times in previous years. Never again!

Note order tickets ahead of time! Come early for good seats to watch the pre-show, we got to watch…read morean amazing Blue Grass band that was amazing! Also drinks outside of the arena for the preshow cost per drink. The souvenir boot didn't come with any perks. The Stampede show is what you are really here for because the food is meh but filling. They serve Coke products, lemonade, sweet and unsweetened tea. I took very few photos of the show because people need to experience it for themselves, it was amazing! Staff from the beginning to the end made the experience awesome as well. Gift shop has something for everyone!

Show was very entertaining and wait-staff was very attentive. For some reason, we weren't included…read morein the place settings for our assigned seats, but they resolved everything prior to the show. Food was good, chicken was moist, corn on the cob was a bit deflated, turnover was tasty. Drinks were constantly topped off. Venue seemed clean and dust-free. Performers seemed like they were having fun, including the horses and pigs. Show was entertaining and interactive. Nice was to spend an evening.

This gallery had very friendly volunteers to help with questions, and beautiful art at good prices.read more

This is a great little place to see artists and their work from a 50 mile radius. The prices are…read morereasonable. There is a wide range of mediums. They have a Guild that sponsors the artists. It meets the 3rd Monday of the month at 12 noon at First Christian Church on Joe Bald Rd in Kimberling city. They have many activities including an Open House December 6 12:30 to 3 pm. They are on a Studio Tour Oct 31 10 to 5. They sponsor field trips, workshops and interest programs and Meet and Greets. They sponsor a Children's Show and a Fall Festival. It is a fun enriching group. I give it 5 stars.