Tampa Christmas Shows and Lights | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

ENJOY NEW AND RETURNING HOLIDAY FAVORITES AT CHRISTMAS TOWN'S FAMILY-FRIENDLY SHOWS

Discover the magic of Christmas On Ice, brought to you by the award-winning creators of Turn It Up! Then journey to the Carol of the Bells light show to be dazzled by the choreographed lights and music, or see the all-new The Most Wonderful Time show at Dragon Fire Grill. Our heartwarming entertainment is just the ticket to fill you with glee this season.

NEW! The Most Wonderful Time

You’re invited to a classy Christmas soirée at Dragon Fire Grill, complete with jazzy piano solos, a live band and heart-melting vocal performances.
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 the family favorite show, Christmas on Ice.
Christmas from the Heart

A show that can’t be missed! Enjoy Christmas from the Heart, the contemporary Christian gospel celebration located inside the Stanleyville Theater.
Carol of the Bells

Busch Gardens’ Serengeti Overlook Restaurant sets the stage for Carol of the Bells, featuring tens of thousands of Christmas lights choreographed to seasonal music.
Three Kings Journey

Located in the Bird Gardens, the Three Kings Journey Show unites magical voices in perfect harmony, unfolding the famed journey to the humble town of Bethlehem.
Elmo's Christmas Wish

Visit Sesame Street Safari of Fun to join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Zoe, Rosita and Grover as they learn the meaning of Christmas in Elmo’s Christmas Wish.

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Christmas Lights

Cheetah Walkway and Plaza

Larger-than-life nutcrackers, exotic decorations and intricate animal patterns create the kind of Christmas found only in nature! Cheetah Hunt® walkway welcomes guests to Florida's only triple-launch coaster and the iconic Serengeti Overlook Restaurant and Pub, featuring special holiday fare and the Carol of the Bells light show.
Stanleyville

Immerse yourself in the lavender glow of Christmas lights and the splendor of Christmas from the Heart. Then journey to the all-new Tigris, Florida’s Tallest Launch Coaster for a nighttime ride and take in the millions of lights around the park.
Morocco

Meet the Sugar Plum and Ice Princesses!

Family and friends will cozy up to brave the chill in the air along the Morocco pathway. The frozen sights sparkle and shimmer in the night as the Ice Princess welcomes guests, and brilliant white garland wraps the front of the Moroccan Palace; home to the Christmas on Ice show.
Luminosity Lane

Journey through our awe-inspiring light tunnel connecting the Congo and Stanleyville areas; this breathtaking pathway is the perfect place for this year's holiday photo.
Flamingo Way

When it’s warm in December and there’s more sand than snow, celebrate a Floridian Christmas with a touch of the tropics in the Flamingo Way. Guests will be tickled pink as they encounter decorated palm trees and a flock of festive flamingos created from thousands of twinkling pink lights.
Bird Gardens

Meet the Poinsettia Princess!

This poinsettia parkway blooms with hundreds of traditional holiday flowers. Journey down the red and white-flowered pathway and meet the enchanting Poinsettia Princess for the ultimate family photo opportunity.