250th Celebration

Celebrate this summer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay during our limited-time 250th Celebration, a patriotic summer event packed with family-friendly fun, thrilling roller coasters, live entertainment, and spectacular nighttime entertainment. Guests can experience all-American excitement throughout the park, including:

World-class coasters with extended evening hours
New Live shows like “Beach Bash" or "Cirque Electric" back by popular demand returning June 11th
Special military offers and appreciation experiences
Exclusive Pass Member perks and limited-time benefits
Patriotic merchandise and commemorative souvenirs
Americana-inspired food, summer treats, and festive culinary offerings
Wild Skies Drone & Fireworks Show lighting up the night sky with a patriotic theme and a finale filled with fireworks.

From thrilling rides during the day to an unforgettable drone and fireworks show at night, Busch Gardens is one of the top summer events for families, thrill seekers, and patriotic fun.

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Included with park admission

Check out all the activities at Busch Gardens this Summer!

Military Appreciation

In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Busch Gardens Tampa is proud to recognize and celebrate the bravery, sacrifice, and dedication to our active-duty service members, veterans, and retirees.

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay celebrating veterans with a special Veteran's Plaque.

Memorial Day Weekend

Events Throughout this time, guests can experience special tributes including color guard presentations, sharing photos of service heroes on the Honoree Wall, exclusive appreciation picnic, and so much more.

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Summer Nights

Now - August 9, 2026

Stay Longer. Play Later! Celebrate all summer long with the ultimate evening thrills that light up the park with extended hours, non-stop dazzling entertainment and special summer eats & treats!

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Patriotic Park Pride

Celebrate in red, white, and blue with festive Busch Gardens patriotic merchandise and commemorative souvenirs.

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Free Beer is Back! - Complimentary Beer Samples

Busch Gardens is celebrating all things summer with the return of FREE BEER! Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Pass Members over the age of 21 can enjoy two complimentary 7 oz beers per day at Overlook Taproom located in. Guests over the age of 21 can enjoy one complimentary 7 oz beer.

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NEW Wild Skies Drone Show

As the sun goes down, the park lights up with this dazzling NEW drone show with a firework finale every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on the Festival Field! *Weather permitting. Showtimes subject to change.

Check the daily show schedule for up-to-date showtimes.

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