Is Not Too Late to Enjoy the Last Days of Summer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

More Ways to Send off Summer at Busch Gardens Parks Enjoying New Award-Winning Thrills and Amazing Seasonal Events

All new award-winning rides, Sesame Street fun for kids and families, Bier Fest and more await at Busch Gardens; plus 2024 Fun Card now available with even more perks.

It’s not too late to make the most of Summer at Busch Gardens parks with exciting new attractions, amazing seasonal events like BierFest, and captivating entertainment including kid-friendly options within the Sesame Street-themed areas of each park. From some of the most thrilling roller coasters and awe-inspiring animal experiences, to the vibrant atmosphere and delightful fare from the seasonal events, guests can wave goodbye to summer before the parks transition into the cool relief of autumn.

“Summer has been red hot at Busch Gardens with more new reasons to visit our parks than ever before,” said Marisa Thalberg, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. “Fun awaits you at every turn and the value has never been better especially with our all-new Weather-or-Not Assurance policy that means if Mother Nature tries to ruin your way with rain, heat or storms, we’ve got you covered. You can come back again on us!”

Guests visiting the parks can still enjoy these fan favorite experiences for one last summer hurrah:

At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Soar into the skies at the all-new Serengeti Flyer, the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind, swinging riders higher and higher above Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s expansive 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Serengeti Flyer features twin dueling arms that soar progressively higher reaching speeds of 68 mph and a maximum height of 135 feet at the ride’s peak before plunging riders back toward the Earth.  Adults looking to enjoy a cold beer, handcrafted cocktails and frozen drinks can visit the newly-opened Springs Taproom or the Giraffe Bar, which also offers an unbeatable view of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s expansive 65-acre Serengeti Plain. 

Speaking of cooling off, guests of all ages can beat the heat indoors taking in the award-winning ice-skating show at the Moroccan Palace Theater, Turn It Up! Remix, voted #3 top theme park entertainment by USA Today’s 10Best awards. The show mesmerizes guests with an electrifying display of grace and skill on ice, full of elegance and excitement as talented performers glide and soar through the air.

For the little ones, the Sesame Street Safari of Fun area of the park Welcome to our Street is an invitation to play with Sesame Street friends and enjoy a heartwarming show about the beauty of friendship. Storytime at Sesame Street Safari of Fun is also a perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a new story time reading.

And while it lasts, guests can indulge with a slice of Bavaria at the park’s Bier Fest, taking place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 4, including Labor Day. Commemorating six years of Oktoberfest inspired festivities, Bier Fest returns for its longest event run with 15 newly created menu items inspired by classic German flavors and 60 brews from regions near and far.

Best Way to Play

With summer days starting to dwindle down, guests can take advantage of the unique opportunity get more bang for their bucks.  Guests can pay for a day at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and get more than 15 months of admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for the price of one day. For a limited time, guests that purchase a 2024 Fun Card get the rest of 2023 for free. The addition of 2023 allows access to all seasonal events that are included with park admission such as Spooktacular and the popular Christmas Town.  Guests looking for the best deal at Busch Gardens Williamsburg can purchase a 2024 Fun Card today and get admission now through Howl-O-Scream free, plus eight months of fun in 2024.

With unlimited visits, Members and holders of the Annual Pass can enjoy thrilling rides, festive events and amazing animal experiences as well as unbeatable benefits like free parking, and discounts on merchandise, food, and drinks, and more. With an Annual Pass at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and a Membership at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, guests can visit any day and every day without block out dates. Both Busch Gardens parks also offer combo deals that allow for admission to each park’s nearby waterpark. For more information and to purchase tickets, Fun Cards or Annual Passes, guests can visit BuschGardens.com.

About Busch Gardens

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, an AZA accredited zoo with thousands of animals representing more than 200 species, and exciting seasonal events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age. For more information, visit BuschGardensTampa.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.

Busch Gardens® Williamsburg is an action-packed European-themed adventure park with 17th century charm and 21st-century technology, boasting more than 100 acres of family fun. Home to top-rated roller coasters, more than 50 rides and attractions, live stage shows, monthly special events and delicious culinary experiences. For more information, visit BuschGardens.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.