Veterans Day Sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay honors and thanks our Veterans for their service and sacrifice.

Navy Federal Credit Union is the proud sponsor of this special occasion that allows us to honor and celebrate the sacrifices made by our veterans, active-duty members, retirees, and their families. Please stop by the Busch Gardens Waves of Honor Table in Gwazi Plaza from 10am – 3pm.

Visit the following link ( Veterans Discounts for Park Admission | Busch Gradens Tampa Bay ) for special Veteran Military and Veteran discounts on tickets to Busch Gardens.

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Included with park admission

NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island

We are excited to offer Veterans and their families this great product available to purchase.

Enjoy unlimited admission with no block out dates for 12 months. Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes.

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

Honorary Entrance

From November 6th – 11th, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will feature a dedicated "Waves of Honor" priority entrance at the front gate for Veterans and their families.

Continuing our tradition, we will proudly play the national Anthem before the park opens.

Stop By to Meet the Presenting Sponsor

November 6th to 8th

Navy Federal Credit Union will be at Busch Gardens. Stop by and say hello!

Active-duty and Veterans

Beginning November 6th, all active-duty service members, veterans, and retirees will receive a complimentary button available at Pass Member Landing from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm or visit Guest Relations at the front of the park. Show your valid military ID to receive your complimentary button.

Your commemorative button unlocks exclusive in-park savings and perks, including:

• Tours: 20% off select tours (VIP excluded, must redeem in-park)
• Quick Queue: 20% off select dates (redeem in-park)
• Food & Beverage: Buy One Get One 50% off at Springs Taproom.
• Shopping: One-time $15 off a $60 purchase at any gift shop location.

Special Operations Forces Run

November 11th | 10:00 AM

Operation One Voice hosts a run each year as a remembrance of all veterans and honors an individual within the Special Operations Forces community. The run takes place with a 2.5 mile run into Busch Gardens Tampa. Come out early to cheer them on as they cross the finish line in Cheetah Hunt Plaza!

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Veterans Day Show Tributes

Nov. 6th to 11th

Celebrate Veterans Day with special performances honoring the brave men and women who have served out country. Enjoy a performance by Soul and Inspiration at 11am and 1pm at Dragon Fire Grill and a dedicated Salute to our veterans at Animal Tales located in Pantopia Theater.

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Field of Honor

American flags will be placed to honor local Veterans, active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Located in front of Zagora Cafe.

Military Community Organizations

Meet local community organizations dedicated to supporting service members, Veterans, Retirees, and their families, including Wounded Warrior Project and Mental Health Clinic. Stop by and say hi!

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