No Excuse to Leave the Kids at Home: Many Branson Shows Free for Children!

Whatever you do, don't drop the kids of at the babysitter's for this Branson visit. The shows that you want to see in Branson are letting your kids in for free! (Please check prices under the show listings--age limits do apply, with most shows offering these specials to children 12 and under.) Whether you're up for a night (or morning, afternoon...) of comedy, music, or a little bit of everything, there's a show in Branson that's rolling out the red carpet for the little ones.

Family-friendly comedy and toe-tapping music go hand-in-hand in Branson. The Braschler Music Show features the comedy of Branson favorite, Homer Lee, as well as country, pop and gospel music. The Grand Country Jubilee blends country and laughter and the variety show Ozark Mountain Jubilee is a sure hit with kids of all ages!

There is no better place than Branson to introduce the little ones to your childhood favorites. Who can forget Klem Kadiddlehopper? Now your kids will get a chance to see Tom Mullica portray a host of your favorite characters in the Red Skelton Show. Delene (nominated as Branson's Female Vocalist of the Year) enchants audiences with astounding renditions of songs by Patsy Cline, Karen Carpenter, and Brenda Lee, among others. And introduce the kids to The King himself at the Elvis and the Superstars performance. (Kids five and under are free, and ages 6-16 tickets are under $6!)

The John Tweed Morning Show will delight country music lovers regardless of age. And Jim Stafford will hold the kids in awe with his 3-D show.

Do treat the whole family to Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. This dinner show and performance features horses, ostrich races, and a whole lot of action-packed excitement! (Children 0-3 are free, and ages 4-11 qualify for a special kids rate.)

No matter where you want to go in Branson, you're sure to find out that the kids are welcome. If you haven't found the show you want to see in this article, click here for a list of shows, and check the prices for discounted children's admissions and family passes. Just don't leave the kids at home--they'll thank you for it!