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.

My daughter and I recently went here on one of our trips to Branson and it was a really good time…read more We were here mainly for the ziplining tour and coaster but we also took in some of the sights within Shepherd of the Hills Farm and it was good; although we didn't get the whole experience. The employees were blunt, but nice. The Ziplining guides were super nice and funny. I would definitely go back to see all that they have to offer.

We came to Branson to make wonderful memories but were very disappointed in both the dinner and the…read morequality of the play "The Christmas Story". We received 1 thin slice of turkey, 1 thin slice of ham, a green bean casserole (which I don't like), a scoop of what tasted like Stovetop stuffing and a cold roll. No cranberry sauce or gravy. They also served about a 1/2 cup of crumble with about a teaspoon of apple beneath. I don't like to complain especially on Christmas but I actually looked at our row half way through the play and our party was the only one still there. It's not the children's fault but the play was mediocre and hard to hear from Row O. My family all agree it was a waste of money and would not ever go back.

Amazing production…read more Took the family the the David show last minute and was thoroughly surprised by the visuals and audio quality. Highly recommend it!

Absolutely Incredible -- A Must-See Experience!…read more Sight & Sound Theatre in Branson, MO is hands-down the best show I have ever seen. Their sets and props are absolutely out of this world -- the level of detail is unbelievable. The way they incorporate live animals into the performance makes you feel like you're truly part of the story, completely immersed from start to finish. The production quality, the talent, the atmosphere -- everything is top-tier. I highly recommend this show to anyone visiting Branson. It's an unforgettable experience that you'll be talking about long after the curtain closes.

We visited it today with 4 year olds. It was more fun for us than for them. We thought it was more…read morefor kids 6 and up. Our kids were too little for this. The show was great! The theatre staff very kind and helpful

Fantastic! We laughed as much as the kids if not more. These two performers are incredibly…read moretalented. Their singing is great and as an added bonus their tap dancing was incredibly entertaining. We will be back again to see these truly talented men. We enjoyed every part of this show. Thank you for sharing your talents. Paul & Jan B.

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!

Pros..seeing the horses as we walk in, live music and bar open while you wait, gift shop…read moreFood was meh. I liked the soup but hubby didn't. Cornish hen was seasoned but dry. Pulled pork, biscuits, and mashed potatoes were good. Dessert was an apple turnover or chocolate coconut cake. Both were ok. Corn was in the pot too long. Show flowed nicely and had audience interaction but it wasn't even half full which was sad. Comedy was cheesy. Chicken and pig races were cute. Saw baby bison in the beginning for 2 minutes but never again. Trick riding was amazing. I didn't like the butterfly portion. Didn't fit the theme well. Kids would love it. We enjoyed it but not top of the list.

This show is absolutely hilarious!!! The actors do a fantastic job and keep you laughing the whole…read moreentire time!! Highly recommend this performance!

Great fun show! All the characters are just awesome. wholesome show. we go every trip to…read moreBranson.

We traveled from Texas to Missouri primarily to see The Petersens but also to visit Branson as a…read morefamily vacation. We discovered The Petersens through YouTube about six months ago, and our entire family has fallen in love with their music. We also adore who they appear to be as people. In person, they were just as genuine as they appear online. We very much enjoyed meeting them and seeing them perform. Our children go around the house singing Petersens songs. Well, maybe not just the children. It was a thrill for all of us to attend their show. There were new songs and pleasant surprises, but also enough familiar tunes that we love so much. There were also plenty of laughs. My wife pointed out to me later that the show ended up being an hour and forty-five minutes long. Wow! The time flew by. The musicianship, arrangements, and harmonies stand out to me more than anything. They are so good! Please go check out their show if you can. Even if you are someone who doesn't know their music, I am confident that you would enjoy the experience.

We saw The Petersen's at the IMAX Little Opry theater at an afternoon show. The venue was intimate…read more(approx. 218 capacity) and the performance was great!! I highly recommend this family. Tight harmonies and quality bluegrass. We enjoyed the humor and sharing of their family experiences too. Glad to see this young family get great exposure on YouTube so check them out and then come see them in person.

Amazing show! These guys are not just talented but unusually gifted, funny and all around very…read moreentertaining! I think it's one of the newer theaters so the seats and the whole place are comfortable and clean! It's 100% worth experiencing especially considering the reasonable price!

Six brothers of ten, you'll see #1-5 &7. All man made sounds and outstanding vocals. Too many…read morelights for us. Did not like many of the songs. Should go at least once while in Branson.

This is a fantastic illusion show with props that are out of this world!…read more Rena himself performed and it was our first time seeing him. He is spectacular. I would go again to see the exact same show because the illusions were so unexplainable. All seats are good seats, but with magic, the closer the better.

This is a great venue, with a superior sound system…read more I was here on two different occasions this week, one for the Gabriel family show...it was excellent! Last night I attended Reza's illusionist show. The props that he used were extensive than any other magic show I've ever seen. I would see it twice if I could.

This was such a fun experience! They were under construction when we went so it was a work in…read moreprogress but the butterflies made up for it! All kinds of colors and sizes of butterflies. The staff gave everyone a handheld nectar container with a fake flower on top and we walked around and enjoyed having them land on them! Also they have binoculars, Safari hats & magnifying glasses to borrow. The mirror maze was a trip! Lol great family fun! For a family of 4 (including 2 children with military discount), we paid $103. A tad higher considering the construction going on but it was fun.

The Butterfly Palace was a great experience overall. Our daughter absolutely loved it, and there…read morewas more to see than we expected, butterflies of course, but also lizards and other exhibits that kept things interesting. It was clean, well-organized, and a nice place for kids to explore without being overwhelming. I'd say it was a pretty good experience for the money. One great tip we learned while we were there: when you buy a ticket, it's good for multiple days. Ours was valid through Monday even though we visited on Saturday, which makes it a great option to do early in your trip so you can come back. The one weird thing about our visit happened outside in the parking lot. There was a camper trailer parked in the covered parking spaces, taking up four or five spots. It was raining heavily during our visit, so we watched older adults and families with small kids having to park farther down the hill in uncovered spots while this camper took up prime covered space. I have no idea what the situation is but it came off like a really poor decision on the part of the owners. That said, the experience inside was still enjoyable, and we'd return.