Military Appreciation Week | Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is proud to salute the individuals and families of those who serve, and have served, in the United States Armed Forces.

Military Appreciation Week

Busch Gardens’ Military Appreciation Week

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is proud to salute the individuals and families of those who serve, and have served, in the United States Armed Forces. For the dedication, courage and sacrifice they have given this country, we want to thank them with a special event in their honor.

Join us for Busch Gardens’ Military Appreciation Week from June 30 – July 6, as we share our appreciation for the dedication, courage and sacrifice given to our beloved country. Enjoy family-friendly fun with military bands, specialty shopping and a patriotic fireworks display on July 3 -5. Fly, soar and dive on our world-class lineup of attractions, including The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge, the all-new family-friendly inverted roller coaster. Then rock out a military band in Das Festhaus. Celebrate quality time with family and friends at The World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park adorned in red, white and blue during Military Appreciation Week.

Service Members and their families can show a valid Military ID for an additional 10% off in-park shopping and dining.

Included with Park Admission

Complimentary and discounted admission is available for Active-Duty Military, and discounted admission for Veterans

See Active Duty Offers See Veteran Offers

Military Bands

Located in Das Festhaus, military bands fill the park with spirited sound during this special event. Be sure to catch these exclusive performances and let the patriotic music fill you with pride. Please see park schedule for show times.

Visiting special guests include:
June 30th: 380th Army Band POD4 (12:00pm, 3:00pm, & 5:00pm)
July 1st: 380th Army Who Dat Brass Band (12:00pm, 3:00pm, & 5:00pm)
July 2nd: 380th Army Jazz Combo (12:00pm, 3:00pm, & 5:00pm)
July 3rd: 380th Army Band Irish Ensemble (12:00pm, 3:00pm, & 5:00pm)
July 4th: 380th Army Ceremonial Band (12:00pm & 3:00pm)

Fireworks at night behind a roller coaster

Patriotic Fireworks Spectacular, July 3 – 5

Join us as we celebrate Military Appreciation Week with a patriotic fireworks display, July 3 - 5.
Fireworks will begin at 9:15 pm

Park hours & show schedule

A merchandise display of patriotic Busch Gardens merchandise

10% Military Discount on Shopping & Dining

Check out our new Americana merch found in Tweedside, Emporium and German Gifts.

Cup of beer in front of Das Festhaus restaurant

Member Exclusive! Cheers to Free Beer June 23 – July 31

The drinks are on us this summer at Busch Gardens! Members, Annual Pass Holders and Military Pass Holders (21+, I.D. required) can beat the summer heat with one complementary ice-cold 7oz. pour per day at Willkommenhaus located in Germany. Plus, the toasts continue with two 7oz. 50¢ beers available for purchase to all guests ages 21+. With a rotating tap, every visit through July 31 could bring a different summer flavor.*

Learn More

Dates, times and offerings subject to change and/or cancellation without notice. Event included with park admission.

*Free beer offer valid for active Busch Gardens Members, Annual Pass Holders and Military Pass Holders ages 21+. Members, Annual & Military Pass Holders must show valid Membership in order to redeem. Free Beer is not available to Fun Cards, Single-Day Tickets, Multi-Day Tickets, Free Guest Tickets or Friends & Family Passes. 50¢ beer offer is valid for a max of two 7oz. beers for guests 21+. Proper photo identification with date of birth and physical description is required for all guests ordering alcoholic beverages. Damaged IDs such as those with peeled lamination, cracked corners or faded photos cannot be accepted. Offer valid only from June 23 – July 31, 2025 from 11 AM - 7 PM at Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Willkommenhaus. Busch Gardens reserves the right to modify promotional benefits and offerings without notice. This offer is subject to change. Please drink responsibly.