Blog Entries - May 2008

Q: Is there a Silhouette artist at SDC and are all the restaurants open during Christmas?

Mom411 — Thu, 29 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Mandy asks, "Are there any Silhouette artist at SDC. I saw that there were Caricaturists.

If not, I think they would make a great addition to the SDC family!

Also, are all the restaurants and food places open during the Christmas festival?

A: Unfortunately, there is not a Silhouette artist at Silver Dollar City at this time. However, I have passed on your request to the appropriate folks at the City.

Typically all of the res [...]

Q: Are Bring a Friend tickets reusable?

Mom411 — Thu, 29 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Jennifer asks, "Can you reuse the Free Friend Passes during the time they are valid on the ticket or are they a "1 time use" ticket?"

A: Your Bring a Friend tickets are good for one use only during the valid time-frame. However, as a season passholder you do receive $5 off regular one-day adult or child admission for up to 6 guests visiting with you. This discount can be used any time that you visit the park.

Q: Can I still enter to win tickets for the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band concert?

Mom411 — Wed, 28 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Kathleen asks, "Can you still enter for the VIP tickets to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band on Friday 5-30? If so how?"

A: No, I'm sorry to say that contest ended on Tuesday (5/27), and the winners have already been notified. However, check back frequently as we will run more contests in the future. And...be sure to make plans to visit SDC and see Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in concert this Friday (5/30)!

Q: Is there a touring plan available?

Mom411 — Wed, 28 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Lindy asks, "We will be coming to Silver Dollar City sometime in the week of June 6th-13th. We are interested in knowing if there is a touring plan available?

For example, something that tells you what rides are most popular but have the slowing moving lines? It would be our desire to arrive when the park opens and move quickly to the most popular rides first to avoid long lines. Is there anything out there like this? Thanks!"

A: I would recommend visiting [...]

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Performs Friday- Save Me a Front Row Seat!

Phaedra — Mon, 26 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Earlier today, while seated poolside, I had to wrap two beach towels around my shivering body to stave off the chill bumps. When is summer—in all its traditional blazing glory--going to arrive in the Ozarks?

I know summer officially starts June 21, but typically by late May we’re swimming and feeling the warmth of the summer sun. I’m ready for the fireflies to dart about my yard, chasing the remnants of a setting sun. I’m even longing for [...]

Q: Can we bring a stroller/ car seat on the tram?

Mom411 — Fri, 23 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Carrie asks, "We will be bringing our 2 yr old and 3 month old to SDC. We have a 'travel system' (stroller/carseat combo) for our 3 month old. Are carseats and strollers allowed on trains and trams? Thanks!"
A: Yes, you can bring a stroller/ car seat on the trams that carry guests from the parking lots. There is typically space at the front of the tram for storing the stroller during your short ride to the park. The friendly tram driver will ass [...]

White Water's New Beach Bucks Make Summer More Carefree!

Sarah — Fri, 23 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

I'm back again with more tips for Moms planning a trip to Branson this summer. In this edition...a great new program for carefree fun in the sun at White Water - Beach Bucks!

You've finally done it. You have faced the fact that no matter how much you try to stop it bathing suit season has come upon you. Maybe you've used those tanning lotions that promise warm glowing skin, and you've been visiting the gym daily in preparation. Or maybe you're like me and you just pull o [...]

Enjoy a visit to Celebration City this Memorial Day!

Sarah — Thu, 22 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Memorial Day weekend is one of my favorite weekends of the year. It's the unofficial start of summer as schools are starting to get out, the days are getting warmer and I'm dusting off the ol' barbeque grill.

This weekend marks the beginning of so many of the great aspects of summer, like visiting Celebration City. I love staying late on summer nights at the park to enjoy Ignite the Night, the spectacular laser show from the laser lawn. I will never forget th [...]

Don't miss the KSMU Youth in Bluegrass Band Contest May 24th and 25th!

Noel — Thu, 22 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

This Saturday and Sunday you have an opportunity to see and hear some amazing young bands take the stage in the Opera House as they compete in the KSMU Youth in Bluegrass Band Contest.

These amateur band members are 21 years of age or younger and are fro [...]

End Spring with a Splash! White Water opens May 23

Sarah — Fri, 16 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

It has been a very blah and rainy spring here in the Ozarks. It's great for my plants, but not so great for playtime as a family outdoors.

I often find myself trapped in the house on these rainy days dreaming of the ocean surf lapping against the shore as I lounge in the warmth of the sun and enjoy a great novel.&nbs [...]

Fun is in the Forecast!!

Noel — Thu, 15 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Take off that raincoat and leave your umbrellas behind! The forecast for this weekend is nice and sunny! Sounds like a forecast for fun to me.

The Bluegrass & BBQ Festival is going on at Silver Dollar City, plus this time of year the honeysuckle is blooming all over the park. Make sure you stop and take a whiff as you cross the Truss Bridge by Brown's Candy Factory, the honeysuckle there is thick and smells heavenly! [...]

Q: Do SDC season passes come with free friend tickets?

Mom411 — Wed, 14 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Veronica asks, "We were wondering what and how many, if any free or discounted tickets for friends come with the season pass."

A: As a benefit for early ordering, some guest passes are included in season pass orders made during the months of November and December. However, season pass holders always receive a $5 discount on one-day tickets for up to 6 guests visiting with you.

Q: What is SDC's policy on entering the park after 3 PM?

Mom411 — Tue, 13 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Stacy asks, "What is SDC's policy on entering the park after 3 pm? Do you need a City Hopper ticket to get in free the next day or is that offer good with any ticket? Thanks!"

A: You can utilize the after 3 PM next day free program with any paid admission ticket for Silver Dollar City. You will just need to go through the turnstiles with your ticket any time after 3 PM on the day of your first visit.

Q: Why didn't my comment post?

Mom411 — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Heather asks, "I've tried to leave a comment twice and it didn't work? How do I do it? I wrote out a whole comment, did the security code, and checked the box that I agreed to the TOS! So I'm not sure what's going on."

A: Heather, I'm sorry you had a problem with posting a comment. The blog administrators at Silver Dollar City have to take a few precautions to make sure nothing inappropriate ends up being posted on the MomsBlog; hence, the reasoning for the securi [...]

Q: Are there bigger crowds during the festivals?

Mom411 — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Angie asks, "We will be in the area around the end of the Bluegrass Festival. We have the option to visit during the last days of that or the beginning of the next week between that festival & the next one. Are the crowds much less or the same between festivals? Thanks!"

A: If you are looking to avoid crowds then I would suggest visiting during the non-festival time-frame. The crowds do tend to be a little smaller when there is not a fes [...]

Q: What is the best way to use a 2 day pass?

Mom411 — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Veronica asks, "My family (children ages 2 & 5) and I will be visiting SDC in June during the Kids Festival. We have 2-day passes. I was wondering about the best use of these...two mornings? a morning & an afternoon?"

A: I would probably try to arrive early in the morning the first day, maybe even eating breakfast at the park. The Mill Restaurant has a delicious breakfast buffet (your little one can eat for free). Then take your first day [...]

Q: Does SDC offer shuttle service?

Mom411 — Fri, 09 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Tina asks, "My family will be vacationing in Branson the week of June 1-8 at Escapes to Stonebridge Village which I understand is about a mile and a 1/2 from SDC.

I may be without a vehicle for a few days as my husband is going canoeing with guys from our church at Jack's Fork. I didn't want to have to drive him up and back (6 hours with 3 kids in minivan=no fun). At any rate, are there any shuttle services that SDC offers to go back and forth to the park? [...]

Tips and tricks from a Silver Dollar City Mom!

Sarah — Fri, 09 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

First edition...tips on lockers, stroller rental and where to find the family assist restrooms and nursing stations on park.

As a new Mom, I quickly learned the top three rules of visiting a theme park (or really, anywhere) with a child:

Be prepared.

Always know where to find the nearest restroom

See first two rules.

Rule number one...be prepared. Murphy's Law is one of the first things a new mother learns. Ki [...]

Q: How do I enter the sweepstakes?

Mom411 — Wed, 07 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Q: Rosi asks, "I tried to find a place to enter for the sweepstakes for the Branson Belle, but cannot find a place to enter. Please help."

A: To enter the sweepstakes you will need to go here and log in at the top of the sweepstakes page. Once you log in from that page the form will appear at the bottom. Hope this helps!

Bluegrass & Barbecue Opens this Weekend!

Noel — Wed, 07 May 2008 02:00:00 +0100

I love the Bluegrass & Barbecue festival because it takes me back to the early days of Silver Dollar City. Walking through the streets of the City I hear Bluegrass music around every corner
that keep my toes tappin' and yummy barbecue that keeps my lips smackin'! We're headed down this Saturday for opening day, May 1 [...]