Top Things to Do with Kids in Branson at Christmas
Whether you’re traveling with kids or just want to relive the magic of the season through the eyes of a child, Branson is your dream Christmas destination.
You can see a live Christmas show, watch a festive parade, gaze at Branson's beautiful Christmas light displays and much more!
See a Christmas Show
Sing along to old-time Christmas classics or new Christmas songs at one of Branson's Christmas shows where there's plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
An Old Time Christmas at Silver Dollar City
Surround yourself with over 6.5 million Christmas lights and walk through a 70,000 square-foot area filled with breathtaking holiday scenes. Animated reindeer, stars, snowflakes, three light tunnels, two 40-foot moving trains and a 90-foot Christmas tree are just some of what you will see illuminated at Christmas in Midtown. Rudolph’s Holly Jolly Christmas Light Parade floats through the park twice every night during the festival.
Walk the Branson Landing
Watch the dazzling fire and water show at the Branson Landing, ride Parakeet Pete's Steampunk Baloon, build a new friend at Build-a-Bear, or make the coolest car on the block at Ridemakerz. You can even visit Santa at Bass Pro Shops!
Ride the Polar Express
Take a ride on the Polar Express and experience the magic of Christmas as your wind through the Ozark Mountains. Don't forget to wear your favorite pajamas while enjoying a hot chocolate and the beautiful scenery!
Drive Through Christmas Light Displays
The Christmas lights in Branson are a must-see. Drive through one of Branson's great Christmas light displays from the comfort of your own car, tune in to some Christmas tunes on the radio and grab some cookies and hot chocolate at the end!
Marvel at Giant Gingerbread Houses
You can look… but you can’t eat! Chateau on the Lake is home to a village of intricately designed gingerbread houses that you must see to believe.
Visit Santa
Looking for the jolly man in red? Here are a few places to find him around town.
Christmas at the Ranch
Sycamore Creek Family Ranch offers fun for the entire family! Roasting marshmallows and sitting by the fire drinking hot chocolate is a great way to enjoy the Christmas season. During the first weekend of December, enjoy Christmas at the Ranch. Jingle Bell hayrides, a bonfire and s'mores, live animals and a family scavenger hunt are sure to make a fun Christmas-themed evening for the whole family. To learn more about Christmas At The Ranch.
Looking for more Ozark Mountain Christmas inspiration? Check out everything you need to know about Christmas in Branson!
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