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Food and Wine Festival

Tampa Bay's Favorite Spring Festival

A world of taste awaits at the annual Food & Wine Festival.

Taste buds will bloom this spring with a delicious menu of dishes and drinks as dynamic and unique as the park’s thrilling roller coaster collection. Guests can take their tastebuds on a road trip without leaving Tampa Bay with over 110 items to sample, including 20+ NEW dishes, 50+ wine, beer and seltzers for all tastes, and 20+ refreshing cocktails. Experience a fresh-twist on classic cuisines from around the country every weekend from February 20 to April 25. 

 

Return to Live Music with Physically-Distant Concerts

From nationally recognized bands to local musical talent, safely eat to the beat throughout the open-air festival. Concerts included with theme park admission each Saturday in March and April on the Festival Stage. For the full concert lineup, click here.

 

Food and beverage is not included with park admission and is available for an extra fee. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages.

 

*Event dates & details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice.

Event Dates

Feb
20
 
–
Apr
25

Weekends

Included with Park Admission

  • Safety is Our Top Priority

    Busch Gardens is excited to continue to provide our guests with fun, inspiring and memorable experiences, while addressing important health and safety needs during this time. For detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when visiting the park, including key operational changes, click here.


    Reservations Required

    All guests, including Pass Members and Fun Card Holders, must make a reservation to visit in advance in order to manage park capacity and maintain physical distancing. Create a reservation »

     

     

  • Live Entertainment

    Enjoy live entertainment and music from nationally recognized bands to local favorites - concerts included with park admission.

    SEE CONCERT LINEUP

  • Food & Wine Menus

    Tempt your taste buds like never before with 110+ festival items, including 20+ NEW sweet and savory bites, 80+ wines, beers, seltzers and cocktails to choose from.

    See Menus

  • Sampler Lanyards

    Save time and money when you purchase a Sampler Lanyard to enjoy new culinary delights, dishes and beverages.

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  • Bourbon & Tequila Tastings

    Sample some new spirits while enjoying a expert-led tasting of four pours of Bourbon or Tequila, located outside the Xcursions gift shop.

Event Guide

Food & Wine Festival Event Guide

Download the Event Guide for more details on the food, drinks and locations available at the Food & Wine Festival!

Download Guide

  • Cheers to Bier Fest!

    Food & Wine Vacation Package

    PACKAGE DETAILS:

    • Enjoy any 5 samples of food, wine, brew or cocktail offerings
    • Your choice of accommodations from hand-selected hotel partners
    • Unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for 14 consecutive days
    • Free Parking

     

    *Sampler lanyards are only valid at Food & Wine Festival culinary cabins. Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival starts Saturday, Feb. 20, then every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through April 25. Please book your stay accordingly.

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    Food & Wine Vacation Package

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    Ages 18+
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  • Lettuce Wraps
  • Tamales
  • Kung Pao Ribs & Bacon Cinnamon Rolls
  • Strawberry Thrill Shake
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