St Patrick's Day Celebration | Busch Gardens Williamsburg

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Family-Friendly St. Patrick's Day Event

Celebrate the magic of St. Patrick’s Day with Irish spirit, festivity, and green beer as you immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Busch Gardens® St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, select dates from March 8 – 24! Stroll through the park’s decorated villages bursting with your favorite rides, coasters, family-friendly fun, and authentic live entertainment, including an Irish rock band, performances by local dance schools, and more. Plus, Six-time winner of #1 Theme Park Entertainment by USA Today, Celtic Fyre®, returns to Abbey Stone Theatre. Younger guests can enjoy a themed scavenger hunt, snapping a photo with Clancy the Leprechaun, and saying hello to their favorite Sesame Street® friends in Sesame Street® Forest of Fun™.

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Event Hours

Included with park admission

EVENT TYPE

St. Patrick's Day Celebration
DATES

Mar. 8 - Mar. 24
EVENT HOURS

Park Open to Park Close
EVENT PRICE

Included with park admission

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Activities & Entertainment

Celtic Fyre®

Six-time winner of the #1 Amusement Park Entertainment by USA Today, this fan-favorite iconic performance explores the Celtic tradition of storytelling through the universal language of dance.

Reserved Seating

Irish Ivories performance at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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NEW! Irish Ivories

Embark on a musical journey through the heart of Ireland, where a solo pianist blends traditional Irish ballads and contemporary tunes, creating an enchanting fusion of Celtic flair at the San Marco Theatre.

Performers at the Killarney Village Celebration at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Killarney Village Celebration

Ireland comes to life for St. Patrick’s Day in a true Irish celebration complete with music, merriment and some of Killarney’s most iconic characters. Say hello to Mayor O’Malley and snap a photo with festive stilt walkers and townsfolk, sip on an Irish stout and rejoice in wishing good fortune for all!

Emerald Ensemble Performers at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Emerald Ensemble

Sláinte! Prepare to be serenaded by this interactive group of vocalists singing contemporary songs with a unique Irish twist in Das Festhaus. You won’t be able to resist clapping along to these charming performers!

A group of friends enjoying the Dublin Over performance at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Dublin Over

Stop by Ireland village to catch this melodic performance. With harmonious vocals and stunning acoustics, this band will have you dancing along to classical Irish songs and contemporary favorites.

The Rockin' Celts Performing at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Rockin’ Celts

Rock out in the France Village Plaza to this spirited Irish rock band! Dance, sing and toast your green beer as the band pays tribute to classics by U2, Flogging Molly, the Cranberries and more!

Local Irish Dance Schools performing at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Local Irish Dance Schools

Support Virginia’s Irish Dance Schools as they show off their amazing local talent on Saturdays and Sundays in the Abbey Stone Theatre.

Irish-themed fare like Guinness® mousse available at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

Specialty Dining

Guests can embark on a flavor-filled journey of NEW and returning Irish-themed fare and a variety of specialty brews, adding to the spirit of the event!

Guinness® Mousse
Shamrock Mudslide
St. Patrick's Day Cupcake
St. Patrick's Day Kettle Corn
Shamrock Pretzel
Green & Specialty Beers

Rides, Coasters & Kid-Friendly Fun

Guests enjoying a ride on the Apollo’s Chariot hypercoaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

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Rides & Attractions

Check out the rides, coasters & kid friendly fun available while enjoying our St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

Meet Clancy the Leprechaun at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Clancy Meet & Greet

Snap a souvenir photo to remember your St. Patrick’s Day Celebration visit with Busch Gardens’ favorite leprechaun, Clancy, in Ireland.

Leprechaun scavenger hunt at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

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Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt

Our youngest guests can join in the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration fun with the Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt! Let the luck of the Irish be your guide as you look high and low in search of all nine leprechauns hiding throughout the park. Simply grab a clue sheet at the Welcome Center to begin your quest for these clever fellows who seem to have a real knack for finding the best hiding spots.

Green Beer and other Irish-themed fare available at Busch Gardens Williamsburg St. Patrick's Day Celebration.

Exclusive Event Tour

Experience all that Busch Gardens’ St. Patrick’s Day Celebration has to offer with a tour guide by your side! Start your day with VIP parking, then enjoy the event’s festivities, live entertainment, and participating coasters & attractions - including priority boarding on available rides. Plus, receive two specialty green beers (21+), and a meal in Das Festhaus with reserved seating for Emerald Ensemble, and reserved seating for Celtic Fyre.

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Cocktails available at the Bürgermeister’s Hideaway specialty dining experience at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

Bürgermeister’s Hideaway - ALL NEW Seasonal Menu

There is a tale told that somewhere tucked away in Germany’s Rhinefeld Village lies a sweet reveal, a centuries-old secret bar, that offers a different type of counter service with a drink that is contrary to its country. This hidden den, run by Busch Gardens’ iconic Bürgermeister, offers guests an opportunity to partake in a spirited experience filled with festive drinks, a fantastic ambiance, and lively interactions that will leave guests wanting more.

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