Busch Gardens Williamsburg with Holiday Lighting

Christmas Town

Holiday Shows & Activities

Santa Claus and his elves can't wait to see you. Stop by Santa's Workshop and tell him your Christmas wish.

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Adult and child Shopping at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town

Holiday Shopping & Dining

Indulge in culinary delights featuring savory treats, festive sweets, and holiday beverages around the park.

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Williamsburg’s Biggest and Brightest Christmas Event

Merry traditions and theme park thrills

Holiday cheer returns to Busch Gardens® Williamsburg for our annual Christmas Town™ celebration on select dates between November 14 and January 4, 2026. The World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park is once again transformed with more than ten million twinkling lights, creating one of the largest light displays in North America.

Visit the park to enjoy:

Holiday shows like the ALL-NEW! Christmas Town Live!
Classic traditions like Santa’s Workshop and the Christmas Town Express
Festive sweet treats and hearty holiday meals
Seasonal shopping
Photo ops with Santa and friends
Your favorite theme park rides and attractions

Christmas Town is a separately-ticketed event that everyone can enjoy. While admission is included with an active Busch Gardens Williamsburg Basic, Unlimited, Premier, and Platinum Membership or 2025/2026 Military Pass, guests can also purchase individual event tickets to join in the holiday fun.

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Event Type

Holiday Festival
DATES

Nov. 14 to Jan. 4, 2026
EVENT HOURS

Park Open to Park Close
EVENT PRICE

Included with Membership

Festive Shows at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town.

Holiday Shows and Entertainment

Dance and sing along to classic holiday favorites at Christmas Town's family-friendly shows, including the all-new Christmas Town Live! A Holiday Special, fan-favorite Gloria!, Scrooged No More or the Wiseman.

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Meet Santa at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town.

Santa's Workshop

Santa Claus and his elves can't wait to see you. Stop by Santa's Workshop in the North Pole (Wilkommenhaus) and tell him your Christmas wish.

Santa's Fireside Feast

Gather around the majestic castle as Santa recounts a classic Christmas story while elves prepare a scrumptious all-you-care-to-eat meal and Mrs. Claus dazzles the dining room with holiday cheer.

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Soar above 10 million lights on thrilling rides like the all-new DarKoaster™ at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town.

Over 25 Rides and Coasters

Soar above 10 million lights on thrilling rides like the all-new Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge, making its Christmas Town debut! Then take a ride around the park and enjoy holiday music on the Christmas Town Express.

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Specialty food & beverage options available at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Christmas Town.

Holiday Dining and Shopping

Indulge in culinary delights featuring savory treats, festive sweets, and holiday beverages around the park. Then, shop for the perfect gift and finish your holiday shopping at one of our various shops.

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Kid-friendly fun and more festive experiences

Sesame Street Forest of Fun

Celebrate the holidays with your Sesame Street friends. Enjoy family-friendly rides, Sesame Street Christmas Shows and photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends in their festive holiday attire.

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