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Macaroni KID Expands Coverage to Branson Tri-Lakes Region

Explore more family-friendly events across Southwest Missouri

By Press Release December 13, 2024

Macaroni KID Springfield is excited to announce its expansion into Branson and surrounding communities, allowing families across Southwest Missouri to access a wider range of local resources and activities. Janel Plunkard, the Publisher of Macaroni KID Springfield since 2019, will now lead both the Springfield and Branson locations, bringing local family engagement to the entire region. This expansion covers Southern Christian, Taney, Stone, and portions of Douglas, Ozark, and Barry Counties.

For Springfield families, this expansion means even more resources for weekend getaways, day trip ideas, and exciting events to explore nearby. Each week, Macaroni KID Springfield will continue delivering its curated newsletter filled with local activities, seasonal guides, and local business spotlights, and opportunities for MORE giveaways and local experiences. There will be some shared content between the two sites, but Macaroni KID Springfield will remain your hyper local go-to resource and events calendar in Greene and Northern Christian Counties. 

Sign up for Macaroni KID Branson's weekly newsletter to stay in-the-know about family-friendly events and activities just a short drive away! From special events and local festivals to outdoor adventures and family-friendly restaurants, Macaroni KID Springfield and Branson now serve as a collective resource for family fun across Southwest Missouri.

“We’re thrilled to expand Macaroni KID into Branson and nearby communities, so local families can discover even more fun and meaningful ways to connect with their neighbors and explore the region,” says Ms. Plunkard. “This expansion allows us to highlight everything that makes Southwest Missouri a wonderful place for families.”

What to Expect with Macaroni KID Springfield’s Expansion:

  • Expanded Newsletter Content: Weekly updates and the events calendar content will remain relatively the same, but we'll occasionally share and link to community resources from Branson and the surrounding areas, making it easy to plan trips and discover new attractions nearby. You can subscribe to the Branson newsletter for more comprehensive Branson area content and events.
  • Seasonal and Community Guides: Enjoy even more robust guides for seasonal fun, including holiday lights, outdoor activities, and local festivals across both Springfield and Branson.
  • Spotlights on Family-Friendly Businesses: Discover family-friendly businesses and community organizations from Springfield to Branson, plus exclusive promotions and deals.
  • Exciting Giveaways: More opportunities to win tickets, passes, and other family-friendly experiences in the expanded Macaroni KID territory.

How You Can Get Involved!

Macaroni KID Springfield welcomes event organizers, businesses, and community members to submit family-friendly events from both Springfield and Branson to our events calendars. This is a great way to get your event or business in front of families who are eager to explore all that southern Missouri has to offer.

Stay Connected and Discover More!

Join us in exploring the expanded Macaroni KID region. Sign up for our free weekly newsletter at branson.macaronikid.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

About Macaroni KID

Macaroni KID was started in 2007 by two moms tired of searching for things to do every day with their kids. They started a Macaroni KID site local to their community and then went about the business of finding hundreds of more publishers across the U.S. to do the same thing. CertifiKID—recognized as the top deal-finding platform dedicated to family fun and founded by entrepreneurial mom Jamie Ratner—acquired Macaroni KID in 2020, skyrocketing its growth and potential. The partner companies comprise one of the leading parent-focused digital media and advertising powerhouses in the United States. Macaroni KID and CertifiKID reach more than 3 million families each year.

Macaroni KID Springfield | Branson is proud to be included in this digital media network, creating opportunities for families in Southwest Missouri to connect, explore, and Find Your Family Fun®.