Starting March 1 and running all the way through March 31, the 5th Annual Irish Festival will be remembered at the legendary Titanic museum in Branson, giving visitors a taste of some of the old folklore, legends and culture that has formed the foundations of Ireland. Learn about the talented Irish workmen and women that built the Titanic during its first stages in Belfast. Many Irish passengers were on the Titanic as well as it sailed across the Atlantic Ocean – more than any other nationality. Discover new facets to the Irish culture through their songs, dances and stories that will be provided for you while you visit the Titanic during the month of March. Don’t forget to wear green!

If you’re planning on doing other activities while you’re in Branson, you can check out the many Branson attractions and shows available to you and your family. Feel free to book reservations ahead of time at one of Branson’s exquisite lodging as well. The city’s lodging will provide you with the perfect location and amenities to make your trip go smooth.

From June 5th to August 8th, the National KidsFest takes over Silver Dollar City making this theme park an exciting vacation destination for families. For young children and the young at heart, this event makes Silver Dollar City more kid-friendly than usual. Special guests and new rides make this year’s KidsFest more thrilling than ever before.

Riverblast is the newest ride at Silver Dollar City for you to explore during KidsFest. This river rafting experience gives you a chance to ride a raft armed with water guns to shoot at people lined up along the river. Of course, guests along the river have water guns set up for them to use too, so be prepared for an extreme water war. This new ride is great for kids of all ages and helps make this year’s KidFest a blast.

While Riverblast certainly make Silver Dollar City more exciting for KidsFest, it’s the special guests that kids often look forward to the most. This year, exciting children’s entertainers and characters like Larry the Cucumber and Bob the Tomato from Veggie Tales, Dora and Diego, Shaggy and Scooby Doo, The Jetsons, and Spongebob and Patrick are a few of the guests you can expect to see. Each guest is well-loved by children everywhere, and kids can meet them right at Silver Dollar City.

Go on down to Silver Dollar City for the time of your life at the National KidsFest event. While you’re in town for the festival, don’t forget to see some of the legendary Branson Shows that made the city of Branson famous.

Noah the Musical is one of the latest show offerings on BransonShows.com that features a family pass ticket package. This money-saving feature includes two adult tickets and two child tickets, all for approximately $120, which is a savings up to almost $60 if visitors were to buy their tickets separately.

Noah the Musical at Sight and Sound Theater has quickly become one of Branson’s most popular shows, attracting visitors of all ages to its spectacular theater. Noah the Musical is a dramatic presentation of one of the Bible’s most well-known stories, Noah and the Ark. This production features live animals, an on-stage ark, and an extensive set. You can purchase your Noah the Musical Family Pass here. The show takes place at the Sight and Sound Theatre, which has become known for the brilliant shows, including the Miracle of Christmas, it has produced.

Other Branson shows that offer family passes include Yakov Smirnoff, Yakov’s Moscow Circus, Baldknobber’s Jamboree Show, Peter Pan the Musical, 50s at the Hop, Amazing Pets, Hamner Barber Variety Show, and Comedy Jamboree. Each family pass differs, so check each show’s page to find the specific details of the family pass. However, each pass is a great deal that offers significant savings. Also, some family passes are only available for the summer season.

For all of your Branson entertainment, activity, and lodging needs, check out the selection at BransonShows.com or call 1-800-987-6298.

A recent survey conducted by the American Society of Travel Agents rated Branson the third most budget-friendly travel destination in the United States for 2009. With a shaky economy tightening the pocketbooks of American families, Branson stands out as a place where you can still afford a family vacation even if you are traveling on a shoestring budget. Don’t cancel your spring or summer vacation this year – beat the recession with a vacation that won’t empty your bank account by coming to Branson, Missouri and taking advantage of our Family Pass and Play & Splash vacation discounts. 

With the Family Pass to the Titanic Museum the entire family will be able to share in the experience for one low price. The Titanic Museum allows you to learn of the ship’s fateful voyage from on-board a half size model of the ocean liner. Upon entry to the museum, you will receive a ticket with the name of one of the Titanic passengers. After viewing many of the interesting exhibits and artifacts, you can make your way to the Memorial Room and learn if your passenger survived or perished. The museum features many priceless artifacts that reveal the tragedy and heroism in the personal stories of the Titanic’s passengers. One of the highlights of the museum is the majestic Edwardian era Grand Staircase, which guests can walk up. The museum also features a Titanic Movie Exhibit that showcases memorabilia from the James Cameron movie, including a 155-carat sapphire necklace valued at a quarter million dollars! 

For a more sanguine walk back in time, the 50’s at the Hop will carry you back to the carefree days of poodle skirts, bobby socks and greased hair. And just as with the Titanic Museum, you’ll find a special Family Pass offered to help include the entire family in the fun without breaking the bank. See dance troupes and singers bring back the 1950’s with oldies such as La Bamba, He’s a Rebel, Hand Jive, and numerous other hits from the age of malt shops and drive-in theaters.  The two hour show will make you want to sing and dance and twist and shout.  

For more budget-friendly fun you will want to take advantage of the Silver Dollar City Play & Splash Pass, letting you enjoy both Silver Dollar City and White Water. From rushing roller coasters to raging water slides, you can have it all! In addition to phenomenal rides, Silver Dollar City offers over forty live shows to keep you entertained throughout the day. From country to gospel, dance to comedy, you can enjoy all sorts of fun, family-friendly shows. In addition, you can enjoy the many fine shops and restaurants in Silver Dollar City including an Apple Butter Shop and the colorfully named Buckshot Annie’s Chicken Shack. 

With great family discounts like the Family Passes and the Play & Splash Pass reducing already great prices, Branson is one of the most budget-friendly travel destinations in the country. Come to Branson for endless hours of wholesome fun and entertainment without spending your life savings. To make reservations online go to http://www.bransonshows.com/ or call us at 1-800-987-6298.

Branson, Missouri has become one of the premier destinations in North America for both young and old alike and has managed not to compromise it’s family-friendly atmosphere in the process. With many theme parks and events catering to family members as young as two years old, Branson is quickly becoming a popular place for families to spend a weekend. Affordable, hospitable, and overall fun, here are some parks and attractions to keep in mind for your next visit to Branson with your loved ones!

Branson Family Fun Factory

• The name says it all! This family-oriented facility offers 18-holes of “glow in the dark” miniature golf with 4 different themes, a game room full of arcade classics, and a 3,000 foot laser tag course! Think about booking your next party here or just stop in for an afternoon of food and fun.

The Hamner and Barber Variety Show

• This incredible performance features the talents of renowned ventriloquist Jim Barber and the illusions of magical duo The Hamners. Comical puppets, exotic birds, special effects, and talented singers and dancers are a part of this fascinating production that will make your visit an exciting experience.

Silver Dollar City

• Easily one of the most popular attractions in Branson, this amusement park allows you to visit the 1800s with period-themed rides and shows such as the PowderKeg, McHaffie’s Homestead, and the GIANT Swing! This theme park is sure to become a family favorite and with so much to see and do, repeat visits will be necessary!

For more information about these attractions and others, visit www.explorebranson.com, www.vacationsmadeeasy.com, or call 417-823-0981.