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[jeffthephotog]

OK. I love The City, always have, always will. But if they don't do something about this MAJOR problem...I may never come back during Old Fashioned Christmas ever again..

TURN OFF the HYPER LOUD music on the square when the HOMESTEAD PICKERS ARE TRYING TO PLAY AT THE HOMESTEAD!!!!!! For crap sake folks, come on. It ain't hard to figure out you can't hear bluegrass instruments played acoustically when there is 10 million watts of canned christmas music blaring just a few feet away. I was in the park all of 30 minutes last year during the Christmas display before I just got fed up and left because I had come to hear the Homestead Pickers, who were overpowered, even with the doors and windows closed inside the homestead. Can someone pass this along so I don't have ANOTHER negative Christmas experience at SDC this year?

[Ozark Outlaw]

I cannot pass this information along for you, but I am sure you can send them an e-mail, or better yet a formal letter addressing your concerns. I am sure they will be happy to hear from you.

[MissinTheGreenTrams]

ya know I like riber blast for the sheer fact I can sit there and get soaked. I dont have to do any work. I sit and float and enjoy while gettin all wet from the squirt gunners on land and cool off nicely. Its not too much of a dud.

[jeffthephotog]

I did. I just hope I hear back soon. I'd like some sort of confirmation that its being addressed.

[Junior]

If you don't hear back from SDC in two weeks, try it again. They usually respond fairly quickly. I got a response to a concern I had within three days.

[shavethewhales]

The Homestead Picker's have their own theatre specifically for these times when there's things playing on the square. I wonder why they aren't playing there during the light shows?

[Nate65807]

TURN OFF the HYPER LOUD music on the square when the HOMESTEAD PICKERS ARE TRYING TO PLAY AT THE HOMESTEAD!!!!!! For crap sake folks, come on. It ain't hard to figure out you can't hear bluegrass instruments played acoustically when there is 10 million watts of canned christmas music blaring just a few feet away.

I agree with you on this, to a certain extent. The homestead pickers cannot be heard over the music associated with the square.

That said, the square music caters to thousands of people who want to hear it. Sadly, the music is pre-recorded because it HAS TO BE. The Trans Siberian Orchestra, Alan Sylvestri, and other nationally renowned musicians aren't gonna stand in the cold every weekend, just to play music to a giant Christmas tree.

I enjoy the tree, but have also grown to appreciate the Homestead Pickers too. The Homestead Pickers should use their current location for day shows and move to another spot in the park at night. To me, it makes more sense than trying to move a 5 story Christmas tree or cancelling a "tree performance" during the homestead pickers shows. Turing the tree music down would be ineffective. They have it loud for a reason, so thousands of people can enjoy it

[sanddunerider]

just need to move them to one of the "show" buildings.  Or maybe put up temp walls around the open pavilions..  give them assigend spots and show time like the other artists, so we can plan to see them and listen to them with no distraction.

[Ozark Outlaw]

The Homestead Picker's have their own theatre specifically for these times when there's things playing on the square. I wonder why they aren't playing there during the light shows?

My thoughts exactly! During my most recent trip to Silver Dollar City, they spent nearly the entire day down the hill on that stage. Although I prefer them to be at the homestead, the stage definitely works for them.

[Junior]

OK...Christmas Festival opens Saturday! My wife and I have plans to attend this year. Anyone going this weekend, and if so, what are the best things to see/do? Dickens Christmas Carol is something I'd be interested in...how is that show? What is the best food/drinks to go after. Somebody please ride RiverBlast and let us all know here what that's all about for Christmas! Please give a review of the parade, too. Pictures! Pictures! Pictures! Thanks so much!

[History Buff]

Definitely see the Christmas Carol.  Get a place early to see the parade if you haven't before; somewhere around Echo Hollow and the Frisco Barn works for us.  The tree is terrific, but you will find it very crowded.  And don't leave without getting some hot chocolate with the works (If the stand doesn't say "the works", find one that does.).

[Junior]

Thanks for the tips...and if anyone is going past the depot and could take some photos of Half Dollar Holler, it would be great if you could post them.

[sanddunerider]

have a great trip junior.

[Parson B Ready]

Definitely see the Christmas Carol.  Get a place early to see the parade if you haven't before; somewhere around Echo Hollow and the Frisco Barn works for us.  The tree is terrific, but you will find it very crowded.  And don't leave without getting some hot chocolate with the works (If the stand doesn't say "the works", find one that does.).

I agree with HB. There is usually a stand on the square that has Hot Chocolate with the works. Also make sure you ride the train!  Even if there is a long line, ride the train, it's worth it.

[Destination SDC]

My recommendations for Christmas at SDC:  Food - Apple Dumpling with Cinnamon Ice Cream and Sauce, Cinnamon Bread, and Hot Chocolate with the works.  Shows:  Definately Dickens at the Opera House, The Living Nativity at Red Gold Heritage Hall.  Don't neglect the other shows either - they are all wonderful.   Rides:  The Train is a must Do, if it's cold, wear a hat, but well worth it. And don't forget to just take in the sights, sounds and smells of the park, it's all very "magical".  One of my best memories was just walking thru the park during a light snowfall and just taking it all in. O.K. it wasn't very crowded at the time, so it made it very peaceful.  JUST ENJOY!!