Celebrate the spirit of the season at Busch Gardens® Christmas Town sponsored by GEICO®, where
the park sparkles with festive shows and holiday cheer. Enjoy heartwarming performances like
Christmas on Ice, featuring world-class skaters bringing the magic of Christmas to life on ice, or
Three Kings Journey, a moving retelling of the Nativity story through song and storytelling. Then,
sing along to classic holiday tunes with joyful train rides throughout the park, on the Holly Jolly
Express.
Experience the wonder, joy, and music that make Christmas Town Tampa Bay a holiday tradition for
the whole family.
Christmas Town Entertainment
Holiday Shows and Festive Fun For The Whole Family
Holiday Shows
ALL-NEW Serengeti Light Show
November 14th through January 5th
A luminous, choreographed display that turns the
Serengeti into a living canvas of color and sound,
celebrating the beauty of the season. The show features
tens of thousands of Christmas lights choreographed to
the tune of our own exclusive iteration of "Carol of the
Bells"
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ALL-NEW Holiday Skies Spectacular
December 19 – December 31st
Watch the night sky come alive with a breathtaking
drone show, perfectly synchronized to a soundtrack
of classic holiday tunes in an awe-inspiring finale
unlike anything else in Florida.
Enjoy a Special Fireworks finale for New Years Eve!
Elmo's Christmas Wish
November 6 through January 5th
Join Cookie Monster, Rosita, Grover, and
Zoe as they help Elmo find his Christmas
wish! Families are sure to be singing and
dancing along while watching this fun
holiday show. Visit Sesame Street Safari
of Fun to celebrate the Christmas spirit at
the Sunny Day Theater!
Christmas on Ice
November 14th through January 5th
Yuletide melodies, beautiful seasonal costumes, and exciting and heartfelt skating come together for a holiday spectacular for the entire family in Christmas on Ice. The creators of the award-winning Turn It Up! capture the holiday spirit as world-class skaters celebrate the many wonders of Christmas in this family-favorite show Located at the Moroccan Palace Theater.
Please Note: Show seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Doors may close prior to showtime when the theater has reached full capacity.
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Storytime with Mrs Claus
November 14th Through December 24th
Near the Festival Walkway, Mrs.
Claus will share a traditional holiday
tale and a joyful song. Perfect for
little ones and families alike, this
enchanting story time will delight
audiences with Mrs. Claus' warm
presence and charming storytelling
style. Children will be captivated as
she weaves magical tales that
inspire wonder and celebrate the
true spirit of the holidays.
Three Kings Journey
November 21st through January 5th
Three Kings Journey Show unites magical voices in
perfect harmony, unfolding the famed journey to
the humble town of Bethlehem at Dragon Fire
Grill
Holiday Magic
Select Dates
This captivating performance features amazing illusions, impressive choreography, and festive music for a memorable holiday experience in the Stanleyville Theater.
Please Note: Show seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Doors may close prior to showtime when the theater has reached full capacity
Festive Fun
Holiday Photos with Sesame Street Friends
November 6th through January 5th
Make memories and get a photo with your favorite
furry friends in festive holiday attire! Meet your
Sesame Street friends at 123 Smile throughout the
day.
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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™
November 14th Through December 24th
Returning for another year of festive
fun, guests can immerse themselves
in the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ at Festival Walkway. Stroll
past life-size story book vignettes
featuring the classic tale and meet
beloved characters including
Rudolph and Bumble
Holly Jolly Express
November 14th through January 5th
All aboard for Christmas Cheer!
This locomotive is on track to
celebrate the most wonderful time
of the year with favorite songs of
the season and wild views of Busch
Gardens' 65-acre veldt, home to
giraffes, rhinos, zebras and more.
Meet the Princesses
November 14th through January 5th
Create unforgettable memories with
family photo opportunities throughout
the park! Be sure to visit the Ice Princess,
Sugar Plum Princess, and Poinsettia
Princess for a truly enchanting
experience.
Santa’s North Pole Experience
November 14th Through December 24th
While the elves are busy preparing
for Christmas, the big guy himself,
Santa Claus is taking a break from
his busy holiday schedule to meet
and take photos with families in
his private study
Coca-Cola® Holiday Caravan
December 6
Don’t miss your chance to see the
sparkling Coca-Cola® Holiday
Caravan and grab a FREE Coke
Sample (while supplies last)! It’ll be
parked on the Festival Field from
5pm – 7:30pm. Make plans now for a
festive and refreshing evening at
Busch Gardens Christmas Town!
Menorah Lighting
December 14 through December 22
Celebrate Hanukkah at Busch
Gardens Tampa Bay with the
lighting of the menorah every
night at 6:00PM from December
14 - December 22. The menorah
is located between the
Moroccan Palace and cheetah
habitat.