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Howl-O-Scream

Virginia's Best Halloween Event

Included with park admission. Scares start at 5:45 pm.

Fill fall nights with fright at Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream. Fear awaits in the Virginia theme park’s collection of elaborate haunted houses, immersive themed scare zones, challenging escape rooms and darkly entertaining live shows. Guests should consider the park’s elevated scare factor.


Please also note that all kids attractions close at 5 pm as we prepare for the terror to be unleashed. We wouldn’t want your little ghouls and goblins to get scared by our monsters.




Event Dates

Sep
15
 
–
Oct
28

Open Select Dates

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Halloween shows at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Halloween Shows

Enjoy three frightfully entertaining shows during the day or at night.

No Escape - Halloween escape room experience at Busch Gardens Williamsburg

New escape room

Can you solve the clues and escape before time runs out?

Beat the lines at some of your favorite rides and attractions

Beat the Lines

Get priority access to some of your favorite haunted houses and more.

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Virginia Halloween event at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Haunted

Houses & Mazes

We offer a unique selection of indoor and outdoor haunted houses during Halloween. In 2018, we are introducing three new haunted house themes.

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Event Included in Membership

Members get access to both parks, all seasonal events (including Halloween and Christmas) plus exclusive offers and discounts.

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  • Experiences, locations, dates and times are subject to change and/or cancellation without notice. Must be 21 years of age to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Proof of age with valid ID required. Event is included with park admission. Due to frightening elements, families with young children should use discretion when visiting the park after 5:45 pm.