Dollywood vs Silver Dollar City at Christmas!

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

Dollywood vs Silver Dollar City at Christmas!

We spend multiple days a week at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri and absolutely love our home park, especially at Christmas!

We head out to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee and experience Dollywood during Christmas and compare these two sister parks.

From the rides to the shows to the train, Christmas tree, lights, food and the overall atmosphere, which park is best at Christmastime?

How to BEAT Christmas Crowds at BUSY Silver Dollar City

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

How to BEAT Christmas Crowds at BUSY Silver Dollar City

 
Christmas is BUSY at Silver Dollar City and the crowds are HUGE!
 
We head out to BUSY Silver Dollar City during the Christmas season and share some key tips on how to beat the crowds. We'll see the parade, check out lines to restaurants and shows and discuss strategies for riding the rides.
 
We also feature the Lens Ball! Check out some fun and unique shots of Silver Dollar City at Christmastime!

Silver Dollar City Christmas | BEST Holiday Theme Park Event 2021!

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Silver Dollar City Christmas | BEST Holiday Theme Park Event 2021!

Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri was awarded as the winner of the BEST Holiday Theme Park Event in 2021 by USA Today!

Check out the festivities including music, fireworks, a message from Silver Dollar City President Brad Thomas and MORE!

Christmas at Silver Dollar City in a STORM!

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

Christmas at Silver Dollar City in a STORM!

I head out into the night to see the Christmas lights at Silver Dollar City during an intense rain storm with cracks of lightning and pounding thunder!

I walk through Grandfather's Mansion and tour the entire park in a torrential downpour. The reflections of the Christmas lights are amazing!

Branson Landing Christmas – Christmas Tree, Fountain Show and MORE!

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Branson Landing Christmas – Christmas Tree, Fountain Show and MORE!

We take you on a tour of Branson Landing during the stunning Christmas season in Branson, Missouri!

Check out the massive Christmas tree, the Branson Landing Fountain Show, restaurants, Bass Pro Shops and MORE!

Branson Christmas | Is it TOO BUSY?

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

Branson Christmas | Is it TOO BUSY?

The crowds are INCREDIBLE and it takes careful planning to ensure you have an AMAZING time on your Branson and Silver Dollar City Christmas vacation.

I go over several tips to help you enjoy both your stay in Branson and your time at Silver Dollar City.

How to avoid the crowds, how to drive around traffic and more!

Silver Dollar City Christmas | New Shows and MORE!

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

Silver Dollar City Christmas | New Shows and MORE!

We had an opportunity to visit the day before opening day and it was SPECTACULAR!

Silver Dollar City at Christmas is the most wonderous and glorious of the year. We had a phenomenal Christmas dinner before enjoying two shows, the Rudolph Christmas parade, millions of lights, a massive tree and so much more!

 

The VERY BEST time of year to vacation In Branson

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

The VERY BEST time of year to vacation In Branson

People often ask when the best time of the year to vacation in Branson, Missouri is. We go through each season and each month highlighting the pros and cons of visiting. We'll discuss Silver Dollar City and various festivals and attractions that make Branson the best vacation destination!

We then narrow it down to our absolute favorite time to visit Branson!

Silver Dollar City SOLD OUT? BUSIEST DAY EVER?

TPF! Travel with John and Amy

Silver Dollar City SOLD OUT? BUSIEST DAY EVER?

We have NEVER seen this much traffic headed into Silver Dollar City!

Is Silver Dollar City open? What's the traffic like? Is Silver Dollar City busy during the pumpkin festival?

The Silver Dollar City harvest festival is INCREDIBLE and it makes sense that everyone would be heading there during Fall Break. Get ready for crowds that may rank among the biggest ever!