Summer Scream

Time to scare up some summer fun! The only thing better than Howl-O-Scream every year at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are the frights and delights of Howl-O-Scream during the Summer too! If you dare, walk through one of the most frightful haunted houses and quinch your summer thirst with a special cocktail offering, Creepy crawly Keeper Talks, and get that favorite Vintage Haunted House T-Shirts from years past.

Come for the chills, stay for the thrills!

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

2 PM - 6 PM

Included with Park Admission

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Stranglewood Estate

Explore the mysterious halls of Stranglewood Estate during two limited-time windows. Tour guides stationed throughout will share spooky secrets and behind-the-scenes details, including info on newly added automations and haunted elements. From eerie family legends to unsolved mysteries, this is a look behind the curtain of Howl-O-Scream’s most infamous house.
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What’s an Open House Without a Few Chilling Surprises?

Where the past never rests...and the deals are to die for! Step into the shadows of haunted history and uncover spine-tingling treasures at killer prices. This isn’t your average shopping spree—it’s a haunted house blowout packed with eerie charm and ghostly good deals.

  • Vintage Haunted House T-Shirts from years past—each one tells a chilling tale!
  • Creepy collectibles, macabre memorabilia, and much more!
  • Cool off with creepy cocktails served in Howl-O-Scream souvenir cups, available for purchase while supplies last Whether you're a horror fan, a Howl-O-Scream junkie, or just love a good bargain, this pop-up shop is to die for.
  • Creepy Crawly Keeper Talks

    Creep on over to Animal Connections near the flamingos for live, educational talks featuring some of nature’s most fascinating creepy crawly animals! From slithering snakes to other spine-tingling species, our animal experts will introduce you to these misunderstood creatures and share fun facts, behaviors, and the important roles they play in the wild.

     

    Talk Times:  2:00 PM, 3:30 PM, and 5:00 PM

    Don’t miss your chance to get up close and learn something new—you never know what might crawl by!