For the first time ever, Busch Gardens will be open for the entire month of March (it usually opens mid-March). There will also be a big St. Patrick’s Day celebration going on, so there will be lots of special entertainment, Irish-themed food and beverages, thrilling roller coasters and fun family attractions. All 10 of the […]
Busch Gardens Halloween Harvest 2020: Treats by Day and Trickery by Night
Update: Additional dates have been added: Tuesday, Oct. 20 (5-9), Monday, Oct. 26 (5-9), Friday, Nov. 6 (5-9), Saturday, Nov. 7 (10-2 and 3-7 and 8-12), and Sunday, Nov. 8 (11-3 and 5-9). If you’ve been hoping for some scary stuff this Halloween, we’ve got some great news. Busch Gardens has announced a new and […]
Wildlife Artist and Conservationist Guy Harvey to Appear at Busch Gardens
Guy Harvey, artist and conservationist extraordinaire, will be at Busch Gardens Williamsburg this weekend – December 13 and 14, 2019. Park guests will have the chance to learn about his dedication to wildlife and conservation. While enjoying the festivities of Christmas Town, stop in at Acadia Traders in the park’s New France village. Guy Harvey […]
Black Friday 2019: ‘Blue Friday’ Deals and Discounts at SeaWorld Orlando and Discovery Cove
The day after Thanksgiving, commonly called Black Friday, is known as Blue Friday at SeaWorld Parks. This year, that day is Friday, November 29, 2019. If you’re looking for a fun and unique idea for friends and family this year, here are some great deals. SeaWorld Parks has announced its yearly deals and discounts. Best […]
Black Friday 2019: Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Looking for unique (and stress-free) gift ideas that your friends and family will love? Look no further. Busch Gardens Williamsburg has rolled out some super deals for Black Friday, which just happens to be next Friday, November 29, 2019. You can choose from memberships, kids’ camps, Christmas Town dining and discount shopping. Best of all? […]
Busch Gardens Christmas Town 2019: New Experiences and Old Favorites
Santa Claus is coming to town. Christmas Town, that is! Festive food, Christmas carols, bah humbug-busting shows and more than 10 million lights will spark a holiday mood in even the grinchiest scrooge in the crowd. The event begins November 16, 2019 and runs on select days through January 5, 2020. An inspirational holiday music […]
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream 2019: Jack is Back and a Peek into Frostbite
It’s that time of year. Howl-O-Scream! This is my absolute favorite time of year and favorite event at Busch Gardens. I spent Friday the 13th previewing the newly old show Jack is Back and getting all teched out with a 360-degree POV walk-through of the Frostbite maze. Jack is Back is a revamping of a […]
Virginia First Responder Discount at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is honoring Virginia first responders and 911 dispatchers with a special half-off admission. These heroes and their guests can visit the park through August 18, 2019 with this special offer. The offer is only available through ID.me July 12 – 31, 2019. “We’re thrilled to give back to those individual who work […]
Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival 2019
Along with Howl-O-Scream, the Food & Wine Festival is one event I never miss at Busch Gardens. It’s a great way to try new food and beverage items not typically found at the park. I discovered a new favorite and went back to some of my stand-bys. Mexico, Jamaica and the Philipines were new this […]
Finnegan’s Flyer Screamin’ Swing now open at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
After months of construction, painting and trial runs (err … swings), guests can finally swing and sway to a Celtic beat on Finnegan’s Flyer. The newest thrill ride to join the Busch Gardens landscape, this exhilarating Screamin’ Swing is located at the Killarney Bridge entrance to the Ireland village. Finnegan’s Flyer takes 32 riders to […]
Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2019: What’s new?
The annual Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival is right around the (impeccably landscaped) corner. Guests can enjoy an international tour of authentic culinary selections at 19 themed food and beverage kiosks. Choices include entrees, desserts, craft beer, wine, specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. It’s a great opportunity to sample food and beverages not normally […]