When will the kids be out...

[RESORT2ME Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close RESORT2ME]

of school for summer vacation, in your area?

Going to Branson and Sedona in the April to June timeframe and hope to beat the crowds.

[Ridewithme38 Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Ridewithme38]

Last day of school for my daughter is June 22, 2012....Is Branson really a big family area? i thought it was all retirees?

[Glitter Brunello Super Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close Glitter Brunello]

I don't think Branson is a big destination for New Yawkas. I had never even heard of it before the 4Ms.

Most colleges get out mid-May. Grade school end dates vary across the country, anywhere from early May to end of June. We're at end of June here.

[puppymommo Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close puppymommo]

Last day of school for my daughter is June 22, 2012....Is Branson really a big family area? i thought it was all retirees?

Yes, Branson is geared to all ages. It is a very family friendly destination, all of the shows are suitable for children, nothing off color. When my daughter was young she really enjoyed the Kirby Burch magic show and the Shanghai Acrobats.

There are many amusements like minature golf and an amusement park called Silver Dollar City. Not only does it have typical rides but also people throughout the park who are demonstrating various crafts.

Then there is the lake and associated activities like fishing and boating. There are many hiking trails in the area and the Mark Twain National Forest is near by.

I have to admit my daughter enjoyed Branson more when she was younger, not so much as a teen.

Last day of school here in Missouri is typically end of May, usually the Thursday or Friday before Memorial Day. If they had to take too many snow days, they might have to come back after June 1st. School starts back mid-August.

[puppymommo Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close puppymommo]

Last day of school for my daughter is June 22, 2012....Is Branson really a big family area? i thought it was all retirees?

Yes, Branson is geared to all ages. It is a very family friendly destination, all of the shows are suitable for children, nothing off color. When my daughter was young she really enjoyed the Kirby Burch magic show and the Shanghai Acrobats.

There are many amusements like minature golf and an amusement park called Silver Dollar City. Not only does it have typical rides but also people throughout the park who are demonstrating various crafts.

Then there is the lake and associated activities like fishing and boating. There are many hiking trails in the area and the Mark Twain National Forest is near by.

I have to admit my daughter enjoyed Branson more when she was younger, not so much as a teen. DH and I are going, with or without her, this summer for our July deeded week. The past several years we have exchanged so we are looking forward to being there.

Last day of school here in Missouri is typically end of May, usually the Thursday or Friday before Memorial Day. If they had to take too many snow days, they might have to come back after June 1st. School starts back mid-August.

[riverdees05 Platinum Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close riverdees05]

Branson 2 for 1 Tickets
1100 W Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616

Still can't find us? Corner of Roark Valley Road (blue route) and Hwy 76,
accross Hwy 76 from the Fire Station.

index

Also, check out

Map to Branson Tourism Center

for a city map with color routes marked - helps getting around during busy times.

[JLB Please excuse me, I'm a Dick. Not a moron just a Dick Find all posts View Profile Close JLB]

Yes, Branson is geared to all ages. It is a very family friendly destination, all of the shows are suitable for children, nothing off color. When my daughter was young she really enjoyed the Kirby Burch magic show and the Shanghai Acrobats.

Funny that you should mention Van Burch in the same train of thought as family-friendly.

He and Bambi have divorced, he has been convicted of DUI and they are fighting a tax evasion case.

[wackymother Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close wackymother]

June 21 or 22 for the kids here, but it might push back to June 25 or 26 for schools that were affected by Hurricane Irene. Anyway, late June.

[JLB Please excuse me, I'm a Dick. Not a moron just a Dick Find all posts View Profile Close JLB]

Branson has two seasons, similar to SW FL.

Peak peak is Fall-Christmas, tour bus and an older crowd, like Snowbird Season in FL. The shows would not survive without the "coaches", as those that did not cater to tour agents have found out. 2011 was a tough year for the shows, several announing plans to end their run. There is a sense that others are milking it for as long as they can, but are getting very stale.

Lower peak is summer, for the lakes, Steal Yur Dollar City, White Water, etc.

Timeshare availability begins to be affected when (mostly rural) schools get out. Here's a typical calendar:

http://alton.k12.mo.us/Calendar2011-2012.pdf

Last day of school . . . May 11.

Incidental local info . . . the hardest week to get Branson lodging is Veterans' Week in November.

[jlwquilter Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close jlwquilter]

Palm Beach County in FL is June 7th. Late this year as it's usually the 2nd or 3rd. No hurricane days either. I think it must be a leap year thing.

[jackio Gold Contributor Find all posts View Profile Close jackio]

June 22nd is our last day, and our spring break is April 9th - 13th.