Special Events and Seasonal Celebrations | Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Events for Every Season

You'll always find something fun going on at Busch Gardens. From flavorful food festivals to dazzling Christmas lights, there is always a reason to visit with exciting events for every season. The best part? Many are included free with park admission. All are included with Membership.

Special Event Lineup

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Download the 2026 Park Schedule

Plan your next visit to Busch Gardens Williamsburg with the Park Schedule and Special Event Lineup.

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2025 Events

Busch Gardens 50th Anniversay Sweepstakes

Now - Sept. 14

Celebrate 50 Years of Thrills with a Chance to Win* $50,000!

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Howl-O-Scream

Select Nights, Sept. 5 - Nov. 2

Take on terrifying haunts and thrills as the sun goes down at this frightfully fun event.

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ASL Saturdays

Sept. 20

On the third Saturday of every month, guests can enjoy seamless access to Busch Gardens’ popular shows and attractions with live ASL interpreters. Our commitment to accessibility ensures all guests can enjoy Busch Gardens world-class entertainment.

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Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 20 - Nov. 2

Celebrate Halloween with your favorite Sesame Street® Friends with Trick-or-Treating and more!

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Fiends Frenzy 5k

Sunday, September 28, 2025

Gather your horde of ghastly ghouls for the Busch Gardens Fiends Frenzy 5k!

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Christmas Town

Select Dates, Nov. 14 - Jan. 4, 2026

Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

2026 Events

Mardi Gras

Fridays - Sundays + Presidents' Day, Jan. 30 - Mar. 8

Let the good times roll with food, cocktails, entertainment and live music – Mardi Gras style!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Select Dates + St. Patrick's Day March 12 - 17

The festivity continues as Irish spirit, luck and celebration fill Killarney village.

Kids' Weekends

Saturday & Sunday, Mar. 21 - Apr. 19

Each weekend brings a new adventure with special appearances in the Globe Theater.

Food & Wine Festival

Thursday - Sunday, Apr. 23 - June 21

Flavors are in bloom at the Food & Wine Festival featuring internationally inspired tastes & sips to savor.

Summer of Wonder

Daily, June 26 - July 30

Explore a summer full of wonder and immerse yourself in the thrills of art, music, culinary delights, and world-class fun.

Bier Fest Brews & BBQ

Friday - Sunday + Labor Day, July 31 - Sept. 7

Sip and savor seasonal brew offerings and new beer-inspired recipes at Bier Fest.

Howl-O-Scream

Select Nights, Sept. 11 - Nov. 1

Take on terrifying haunts and thrills as the sun goes down at this frightfully fun event.

Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 19 - Nov. 1

Celebrate Halloween with your favorite Sesame Street® Friends with Trick-or-Treating and more!

Christmas Town

Select Dates, Nov. 13 - Jan. 3, 2027

Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

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