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5 Reasons to Spend Your Summer at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

July 22, 2024

It’s Summer of Wonder here at the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park, with fine arts, fantastic foods, and first-class thrills. Whether you are a food connoisseur, a person of the theatre, or a thrill seeker, everyone in the family can find something for them. Keep reading to find out the five reasons you should fit a trip to Busch Gardens Williamsburg on your summer bucket list:

 

 

People riding Loch Ness Monster

1) 10 WORLD-CLASS COASTERS

This summer, catch a ride on the newly-enhanced Loch Ness Monster®: the Legend Lives On, with thematic and experiential elements that give the world’s first and only operating interlocking loop coaster an all-new experience. From escaping the storm on North America’s first indoor straddle coaster DarKoaster®, to harnessing the speed and strength of five Roman Gods on Pantheon, our coaster collection is not something to miss out on.

 

 

American Jukebox

2) WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT

Summer of Wonder means the return of critically acclaimed shows! Enjoy a musical treat down memory lane with the reimagined high-energy production of Busch Gardens’ fan-favorite American Jukebox: Summer Remix. Then, connect with the heart and soul of Irish tradition during a classic with Celtic Fyre, voted the #1 Theme Park Entertainment by USA Today.

 

 

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Summer of Wonder Concerts

3) CONCERTS EVERY SATURDAY

Tune in for another epic summer of live music with a new lineup of nationally touring and award-winning artists every Saturday night. The Summer of Wonder Concert Series is free with park admission, and features artists like BRELAND, We the Kingdom, and more! Delight in the sounds of summer every Saturday night at 7:00 PM on the Royal Palace Theatre stage.

 

 

Family watching fireworks

4) FIREWORKS ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS

End a spectacular Summer of Wonder day at Busch Gardens Williamsburg with a mesmerizing fireworks display every Friday and Saturday night. Set to a sizzling summer soundtrack, you won’t want to miss this colorful array sure to leave you in awe. Choose a picture-perfect viewing spot to watch as bright colors burst behind lit coaster tracks. Be sure to check out the park schedule for showtimes.

 

 

Specialty Beverages at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Summer of Wonder

5) SPECIALTY SUMMER FOOD & DRINKS

Enhance your Summer of Wonder experience with a tasty treat to beat the heat! Enjoy specialty fare like delicious Fried Cauliflower Bites and Sweet Potato Waffle fries found at Pigs in a Kilt, then indulge in specially curated milkshakes at Josephine's Creamery de Chocolate. Adults 21+ can sip on seasonal cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks found at Island Freeze that are equally photo-worthy and refreshing. For a one-of-a-kind beverage experience, try the new Summer of Wonder menu at Bürgermeister’s Hideaway.

 

 

Love sculpture Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is open daily now through September 2. We hope to see you soon!