Special Events & Things to Do

New Action VR Ride

Now Open

Battle For Eire

Experience a one-of-a-kind virtual reality attraction.

Daily Operation

May 18 - September 3

Busch Gardens is open daily.

Water Country USA Now Open

Now - September 9

Select Dates

Virginia's largest water park is open for the summer.

Food & Wine Festival

Now - July 1

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays

Taste a variety of authentic international dishes and beverages.

Guy Harvey Weekend

June 23 & 24

Meet world-renowned marine artist and conservationist Guy Harvey.

Andy Grammer Concert

June 30 | 7:30 PM

Catch pop star Andy Grammer live at the Royal Palace Theatre.

4th of July Fireworks

July 3, 4 & 5 | 9:30 PM

Watch the night sky light up with fireworks this Independence Day.

Reserve your picnic* or river cruise* for some of the best views in the park.

* Reservations & additional fee required.

Summer Nights

July 2 - August 12

Cool Days, Sizzling Nights

All-new show, fireworks & more.

Weekend Fireworks

July 6 - September 2 | 9:30 PM

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays

After a day of play, stay and watch the night sky light up.

Light Balance

July 6 - 8

This incredible dance troupe, popularized by their appearance on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” will perform in the Abbey Stone Theatre.

Bier Fest

August 17 - September 3

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays

Enjoy local craft beers, brewery talks, German food and more.

Howl-O-Scream

September 15 - October 28

Select Dates

Survive a night of haunted houses, scare zones and spooky shows.

The Count's Spooktacular

October 6 - 28

Saturdays & Sundays

Join us for a daytime Sesame Street ® party, including safe trick-or-treating.

Christmas Town

November 17 - January 1

Select Dates

See Christmas lights, take pictures with Santa and more family-friendly fun.

Sesame Street Kids' Weekends

Everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends are hosting a party just for kids.