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VIP Terror Tour
Howl-O-Scream 2026

VIP Terror Tour

Not sure if you can make it through this night on your own? Let a private VIP guide help you survive this Tour of Terror – leading your group to skip the lines at all haunted houses and thrill rides while keeping you fueled with bites and sips. Plus, enjoy a VIP lounge with exclusive photo opportunities, special VIP experiences throughout the night and preferred parking (subject to availability).

Admission to Howl-O-Scream is included.

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This guided tour is your private group’s all-access ticket to the scariest night of the year. Get ready for a night of seriously sinister fun.

Know before you go:
  • VIP Terror Tour includes: Admission to Howl-O-Scream; private VIP tour guide; front-of-the-line access to all haunted houses and major thrill rides; VIP lounge with welcome drinks; a meal voucher and drink redemptions; special VIP experiences; exclusive photo opportunities; preferred parking (subject to availability)
  • A minimum of two guests per reservation is required
  • Tour departs at 6:00 pm; please meet your guide by 5:45 pm in the Animal Interactions building (to the far right of the main ticket windows) – late arrivals may miss elements of the tour
  • All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult
  • For complimentary preferred parking, present your order confirmation at the toll booth

Cancellation or changes must be made at least 48 hours in advance of your scheduled event night or 100% of payment will be forfeited. Prices are per person. Howl-O-Scream admission is included but is not valid for general day admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Must be 21 or older with a valid government-issued ID to consume alcoholic beverages. Busch Gardens reserves the right to refuse service to any guest who is unable to provide proper identification or appears to be intoxicated. Operating hours are subject to change without notice. No costumes admitted. No rain checks or readmits. Log in to view pass member pricing.

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$ 299.99 /per person

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Front Line Fear Ultimate
Howl-O-Scream 2026

Front Line Fear Ultimate

Unleash the terror with unlimited priority access to our haunted houses and major thrill rides, plus exclusive one-time priority access to Anaconda.

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Scream all night long with Front Line Fear ULTIMATE. Enjoy unlimited priority access to select haunted houses and major thrill rides, plus one exclusive priority pass to Anaconda.

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  • Includes unlimited haunted house priority access to Stranglewood, Circus of Fear, Ravens Mill, Shadows of Wonderland, and M.A.R.S
  • Includes unlimited thrill ride priority access
  • Includes one-time priority access to Anaconda
  • Howl-O-Scream admission is required but not included
  • Valid for selected date only
  • Lanyard must be punched at time of entry to Anaconda

Priority access to Anaconda is void after redemption spot has been punched. Offers only available during Howl-O-Scream event. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. No refunds for unredeemed house visits. Not redeemable for cash. Resale of cards is strictly prohibited. Busch Gardens is not responsible for lost or stolen cards.

Skip the lines all night on houses + rides

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$ 119.99

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Front Line Fear Extreme
Howl-O-Scream 2026

Front Line Fear Extreme

Scream more with Front Line Fear EXTREME – get one-time priority access to our haunted houses (excludes Anaconda) and major thrill rides.

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Front Line Fear EXTREME covers all thrills: one-time priority access to select haunted houses and our thrill rides so you can experience all scares.

Know Before You Go:
  • Includes one-time priority access to haunted houses Stranglewood, Circus of Fear, Ravens Mill, Shadows of Wonderland, and M.A.R.S
  • Includes one-time priority access to our thrill rides
  • Howl-O-Scream admission is required but not included
  • Valid for selected date only
  • Lanyard must be punched at time of entry to each house and ride

Rides are restricted by height, size and physical condition. Priority access is void after all redemption spots have been punched. Offers are only available during Howl-O-Scream event. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. No refunds for unredeemed house or attraction visits. Not redeemable for cash. Resale of cards is strictly prohibited. Busch Gardens is not responsible for lost or stolen cards.

Skip the lines on houses + rides

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$ 99.99

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Front Line Fear
Howl-O-Scream 2026

Front Line Fear

Skip the lines and get straight to the scares with one-time priority access to our haunted houses (excludes Anaconda).

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Be among the first to scream! Front Line Fear allows you to skip regular lines one time per house at select haunted houses.

Know Before You Go:
  • Includes one-time priority access to haunted houses Stranglewood, Circus of Fear, Ravens Mill, Shadows of Wonderland, and M.A.R.S
  • Howl-O-Scream admission is required but not included
  • Valid for selected date only
  • Lanyard must be punched at time of entry to each house

Priority access is void after all redemption spots have been punched. Offers only available during Howl-O-Scream event. Discounts cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. No refunds for unredeemed house visits. Not redeemable for cash. Resale of cards is strictly prohibited. Busch Gardens is not responsible for lost or stolen cards.

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$ 79.99

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Fright Feast
Howl-O-Scream 2026

Fuel your night of fear with a sinister buffet at Treetop Kitchen from 6:00–7:00 PM, featuring creepy characters, frightful flavors and a hauntingly fun atmosphere. Then, get ready to scream with Front-of-the-Line access to select Haunted Houses from 7:00–8:00 PM. It’s the perfect way to kick off your night at Howl-O-Scream!

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Make your night of terror even more delicious with Fright Feast at Howl-O-Scream! From 6:00–7:00 PM, settle in at Treetop Kitchen for a sinister buffet featuring a haunting selection of creepy creations, including Dracula’s Blood BBQ Smoked Chicken, Witches Cauldron Tortellini, Monster Pork Taco Bar, Black Widow Sliders, Blood Orange Chili Rellenos, The Monster Mac and more. Save room for haunted desserts like Pumpkin Whoopie Pies and Cookies & Scream Rice Crispy Treats.

Your reservation also includes one beverage per person, with your choice of Coca-Cola products, beer or a signature Howl-O-Scream cocktail. Assorted beer and specialty beverages will also be available for individual purchase.

But the night doesn’t end at the table. Enjoy a sinister meet-and-greet with some of the creatures of Howl-O-Scream before heading into the darkness. From 7:00–8:00 PM, Fright Feast guests receive Front-of-the-Line access to select Haunted Houses, giving you a head start on the screams and scares.* Come hungry. Leave terrified.

*Front-of-the-Line access excludes Anaconda: Fear Has No Escape.

Fright Feast Menu 2026

Creepy Entrees
Dracula’s Blood BBQ Smoked Chicken – Smokey BBQ Chicken finished with Cherry Chipotle Glaze

Witches Cauldron Tortellini – Cheese Tortellini in a Creamy Pesto Alfredo Sauce / Garlic Bread

Monster Pork Taco Bar – Shredded Pork Carniates, Tangy Salsa Verde, Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Guacamole, Chopped Cilantro, Flour & Corn Tortillas

Black Widow Slider – Beef Patty, Smoked Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Honey Habanero Bacon Jam, Black Brioche Slider Bun, Crispy Onion Straws

Graveyard Garden Salad – Mixed Baby Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Carrots, Black Olives, Purple Cabbage, Witches Green Goddess Dressing

Blood Orange Chili Relleno – Poblano Pepper Stuffed with Queso Fresco, & Black beans, Pan Fried & Topped with Orange Blood Salsa

The Monster Mac - Cheddar Mac Loaded with Fried Onions, Jalapenos, Roasted Corn and Crushed Hot Cheetos.

Haunted Desserts
Pumpkin Whoopie Pie – Pumpkin Spiced Cakes with Maple Cream Cheese Filling

Cookies & Scream Rice Crispy Treats – Cookies and Cream Marshmallow Base, White Chocolate Drizzle, Oreo Crumbles

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$ 55.00

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Front Line Fear
Front Line Fear EXTREME
Front Line Fear ULTIMATE
VIP Terror Tour
Skip The Lines at Haunted Houses
One-time per haunted house (excludes Anaconda: Fear Has No Escape)
One-time per haunted house (excludes Anaconda: Fear Has No Escape)
Unlimited at haunted houses, one-time at Anaconda: Fear Has No Escape
Unlimited at all haunted houses
Skip The Lines at Thrill Rides
One-time per available thrill ride
Unlimited at all available thrill rides
Unlimited at all available thrill rides
Food & Drink Included
Private Tour Guide
Admission Included
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