Special Events and Seasonal Celebrations | Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Events for Every Season

You'll always find something fun going on at Busch Gardens. From flavorful food festivals to dazzling Christmas lights, there is always a reason to visit with exciting events for every season. The best part? Many are included free with park admission. All are included with Membership.

Special Event Lineup

Download & print the Park Schedule and Specials Event Lineup and plan your next visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

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2024 Events

Sesame Street Kids' Weekends

Fridays - Sundays, March 29 - April 21

Join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby & all of your Sesame Street® Friends for fun-filled weekends.

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Earth Day Celebration

Sunday, April 21

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day at the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park!

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Food & Wine Festival

Thursday - Sunday, April 25 - June 9

Flavors are in bloom at the Food & Wine Festival featuring internationally inspired tastes & sips to savor.

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ALL-NEW Summer Event at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

ALL-NEW Summer Event Coming Soon

Daily, June 14 - Aug. 11

Immerse yourself in electrifying entertainment from day to night during this summer event.

Bier Fest

Friday - Sunday + Labor Day, Aug. 16 - Sept. 2

Sip and savor seasonal brew offerings and new beer-inspired recipes at Bier Fest.

Howl-O-Scream

Select Nights, Sept. 6 - Nov. 3

Take on terrifying haunts and thrills as the sun goes down at this frightfully fun event.

Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 21 - Nov. 3

Celebrate Halloween with your favorite Sesame Street® Friends with Trick-or-Treating and more!

Christmas Town

Select Dates, Nov. 15 - Jan. 5, 2025

Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

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