Toast to summer’s end at the Busch Gardens® Bier Fest Brews & BBQ, Virginia’s largest craft beer & BBQ festival. Treat yourself to 76 craft brews & cocktails from 53 breweries, including 34 local Virginia favorites, and indulge in 41 specialty BBQ dishes and desserts across the park. Sip, savor and save on your favorite summer brews, specialty cocktails, refreshers and fresh BBQ fare with the Bier Fest Brews & BBQ Sampler. Thrills are on tap with world-class rides, including the reimagined Verbolten: Forbidden Turn, along with captivating shows and animal encounters. Experience the perfect blend of classic Oktoberfest charm and Virginia’s top beer & BBQ event, every Friday through Sunday plus Labor Day from July 31, 2026 through September 7, 2026 only at the World's Most Beautiful Theme Park.
Event details are subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice. Must be 21 years of age to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Proof of age with valid ID required.
