Summer of Wonder | Events | Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Summer of Wonder

Immerse yourself in the wonder of art, music, culinary delights & world-class thrills.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Summer Nights Concert Series.

Busch Gardens Concert Series

Tune in for another epic summer of live music as top artists take the stage select nights!

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Fine Arts, Fireworks & First-Class Thrills

Immerse yourself in the wonder of art, music, culinary delights, and world-class thrills during the Busch Gardens® Summer of Wonder from June 27 – July 31. Experience the world’s most beautiful theme park like never before as local artists showcase awe-inspiring art installations and murals throughout each of the park’s European villages. The fun continues with live concerts on select evenings featuring headlining artists like Jeremy Camp and Colbie Caillat, plus tribute bands from Country to Rock. Drop in for daytime thrills on eleven world-class coasters, including the All-New Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge. Then, keep cool at award-winning indoor shows like Celtic Fyre® and the All-New We Are Oktoberfest Show. Treat yourself to specially curated menu offerings exclusively available this summer. Plus, FREE beer for Members and 50¢ beer for all guests!* Spectacular fireworks every Saturday, plus July 3 - 5 at this one-of-a-kind celebration. Come early and stay late at Busch Gardens Summer of Wonder daily from June 27 – July 31.

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Immersive Fine Arts

See the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park in a new light by immersing yourself in the art displays around the park! From carefully crafted décor that will light up the night, to real-time painters creating art pieces, there is much to see and take in at each of our different villages.

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Summer Nights Concert Series at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

Busch Gardens Concert Series

Tune in for another epic summer of live music with a NEW lineup of nationally touring and award-winning artists on select evenings. Free with park admission, the Busch Gardens Concert Series features chart-topping musicians covering genres for all music lovers.

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New! We Are Oktoberfest

Experience the heart of Bavaria with our updated German show filled with a Burgermeister MC, live musicians, traditional dances, and fun audience participation. Grab your steins, sing along to classic tunes, and join in on this memorable golden jubilee celebration. Prost!

Red inverted roller coaster The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf's Revenge

The Big Bad Wolf: The Wolf’s Revenge NOW OPEN!

Riders become the beast on Busch Gardens’ all-new family-friendly inverted roller coaster. As the sound of screams and the echo of a howling wolf creates chaos in the familiar town, riders will experience over 2,500 feet of track traveling up to 40 miles per hour while bolting through the streets of an abandoned Bavarian village.

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Fireworks spectacular at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Summer Nights.

Fireworks Every Saturday + July 3 - 5

Cap off your day with a mesmerizing fireworks display every Saturday, plus July 3 - 5 as we fill the summer night’s sky. Set to a sizzling summer soundtrack, you won’t want to miss this colorful array sure to leave you in awe. Choose a picture-perfect viewing spot to watch as bright colors burst behind lit coaster tracks. Be sure to check out the park schedule for showtimes.

*Weather permitting. Showtimes subject to change.

Cheers to Free Beer

The drinks are on us at Busch Gardens Summer of Wonder! 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 August 11 could bring a different summer flavor.*

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Summer Treats & Specialty Drinks

Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory—our NEW summer menu items are sure to hit the spot! Enjoy specialty fare like delicious Homemade Corn Dogs and Bacon Jalapeno Fries found at Pigs in a Kilt, then indulge in Blueberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake at Three Rivers Snacks’ and Adults 21+ can sip on seasonal cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks that are equally photo-worthy and refreshing.

Pantheon exterior with fireworks above the track

World-Class Thrills

Take your summer to greater heights as you soar on all 10 of our world-class roller coasters. Then cool off with a splash down one of our three water attractions, including the fan-favorite Roman Rapids. Enjoy thrills for the whole family with two kid-friendly play areas and rides suitable for all ages throughout the park!

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Experience 12 months of seasonal events and with a Busch Gardens Membership. Plus, enjoy exclusive benefits like unlimited admission and unbeatable benefits all year long, including free parking, free guest tickets, monthly rewards, savings on merchandise and more.

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*Free beer offer valid for active Busch Gardens Members, Annual Pass Holders and Military Pass Holders ages 21+. Members & Annual 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.