Passholder Benefits

• Unlimited admission for 12 months + 3 additional months free with no blockout dates
• Free general parking
• 10% off dining & shopping
• 2016 & 2017 Instant Rewards, exclusive monthly offers at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
• Savings on single-day guest tickets
• Up to 50% off tickets to Howl-O-Scream®
• Pass Member exclusive events
• Savings on select tours & camps
• Savings on strollers, wheelchairs and motorized cart rentals
• Savings on Preferred Parking

Remaining 2016 Events

• NEW! Sesame Street Safari of Fun “Halloween” Kids Weekends: October 22, 23, 29, and 30
  Sesame Street® Safari of Fun is hosting a Halloween party on the last two weekends of October! Enjoy festive arts and crafts, trick-or-treat candy stations and a hay bale maze. During the “The Count Weekend” & “Monsters & Fairies Weekend” guests will encounter character parades, dance parties, everyone’s favorite and Sesame Street friends like the Count, Elmo, Cookie Monster and Abby Cadabby!
• Pass Member Appreciation Event: November 5
  Free for annual Pass Members, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay takes a moment to recognize and thank our loyal guests. From 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Pass Members can enjoy coasters in the dark, behind-the-scenes shows, meet-and-greets with our Wildlife Docs, a fireworks celebration and exclusive offers including free dessert with purchase of entrée, 50% off draft beers and more!
• Christmas Town: Select dates November 25-December 31
  Unwrap a beautiful family tradition at Christmas Town, where Busch Gardens Tampa Bay transforms into a wonderland of entertainment and attractions, holiday shopping, festive treats and more than two million twinkling lights. New in 2016, the Christmas cheer begins with the all-new Rudolph’s Winter Wonderland where guests can meet Rudolph, Bumble, Yukon Cornelius and other characters from the classic family Christmas television special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. It continues at Santa’s House presented by Coca-Cola®, where Santa himself takes a break from his busy holiday schedule to meet and take photos with families in his private study. Guests will also have the opportunity to experience some of Busch Gardens’ most popular thrill rides, including Cheetah Hunt, SheiKra, Falcon’s Fury and the newest family spin coaster, Cobra’s Curse.

2017 Events

Real Music: January 9 – March 4
Busch Gardens’ longest-running concert series returns Mondays through Saturdays from Jan. 9 to March 4. With two shows a day, the show features live music that spans six decades, from the 1950s to today. Musical fare includes soul, blues, country, pop and rock ‘n roll. Lineup includes:

• Week of January 9 – Shirley Alston Reeves: Original Lead Singer Of The Shirelles
• Week of January 16 – The Diamonds
• Week of January 23 – The Platters
• Week of January 30 – Fernando Varela
• Week of February 6 – Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
• Week of February 13 – Beginnings: The Ultimate Chicago Tribute Band
• Week of February 20 – Micky Dolenz
• Week of February 27– Lee Greenwood

Food & Wine Festival: Saturdays and Sundays, March 4 – April 30
Next spring, Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival returns with an extended week of new unique culinary offerings and bigger concerts than ever! The park will be tempting guests with a variety of cuisine, wine, craft beer and live entertainment on Saturdays and Sundays from March 4 through April 30. Food and beverage is not included, but is available for an extra fee. Guests must be 21 or older to purchase alcoholic beverages. Line-up up to be announced at a later date.

NEW! The Wildlife Docs Live: Launching May 2017
Inspired by The Wildlife Docs television series, this inspiring visual journey combines 3-D projection technology, live animals, and Broadway-style performance to transform the theater and transport the audience to experience a one-of-a-kind journey. Join your guide, as they illuminate the unique connection that exists between the many wonders that live in the water, on land, the treetops, and the sky. Directed by acclaimed Broadway director and choreographer, Jeff Whiting.

Sesame Street Safari of Fun Kids Weekends: May 6, 7, 13, and 14
Created just for kids, the Sesame Street® Safari of Fun events feature animal encounters, parades, dance parties and even a few special guests. The first weekend will feature the cookie connoisseur himself, Cookie Monster and the second weekend will include a scavenger hunt for Ernie’s Rubber Duckies throughout the Safari of Fun play area. Character parades will take place at the top of every hour of the event. Plus, guests can expect kid-friendly music along with the chance to meet with Busch Gardens’ animal ambassadors.

Jack Hanna Weekend: May 27 – 28
Join “Jungle Jack” Hanna for two days of wild animal shows, autograph signings and special meet-and-greets when he visits Busch Gardens. The internationally-known animal expert will share animal facts and his travel tales during animal shows at the Stanleyville Theater.

Summer Nights: Select dates June 16 – August 6
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay kicks summer fun up a notch with extended hours, all-new entertainment and thrill rides – including the one-of-a-kind family spin coaster, Cobra’s Curse. Guests can challenge world-class thrill rides in the DARK and end the night with a stunning finale.

Sesame Street Safari of Fun “Halloween” Kids Weekends: October 21, 22, 28, and 29
Sesame Street® Safari of Fun is hosting a Halloween party on the last two weekends of October! Enjoy festive arts and crafts, trick-or-treat candy stations and a hay bale maze.

Christmas Town: Select dates November 24-December 31
Unwrap a beautiful family tradition at Christmas Town, where Busch Gardens transforms into a holiday wonderland of Christmastime entertainment and attractions, holiday shopping, treats and more than two million twinkling lights.

Busch Gardens will offer guests additional events and festivals throughout 2017, so stay tuned for more details.

The Busch Gardens Annual Pass is $168.00 and is valid from the date of purchase through Dec. 31, 2017. Annual passes, Fun Cards and single-day tickets are available online at buschgardens.com, at the Busch Gardens’ front gate or by calling (888) 800-5447.

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And buying a Fun Card now finds an even better value: Pay for a day and get the rest of 2012, including SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, and all of the great events and concerts throughout 2013. From Santa to Shamu, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration inspires lifelong family memories and traditions as waves of holiday spirit splash over the park in a watery, wintery wonderland.

2013’s Fun Card comes with an extra cool perk, too. It’s the best way to experience the largest expansion in SeaWorld history — Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin.

When Antarctica opens next spring, guests will be transported into an icy world like they’ve never seen before. They’ll explore the majestic grandeur of the South Pole and see it through the penguins’ eyes on an exhilarating first-of-its-kind family ride. Then, they’ll step out and explore a penguin colony in an expanse that’s enveloping in cool extremes: bringing families above and below the penguins’ icy world. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience families won’t forget.

Plus Fun Card members can enjoy all of SeaWorld’s incredible 2013 events:

Just for Kids! (Saturdays, Jan. 12 – Feb. 2)
Spend super-silly Saturdays at this amazing festival that’s just for kids! This fun-sized festival of family-friendly excitement and activities also includes live shows featuring the best in children’s entertainment, including Imagination Movers and Choo-Choo Soul featuring Genevieve.

Bands, Brew & BBQ (Weekends, Feb. 9 – March 3)
Enjoy four weekends of smokin’ hot concerts Saturdays AND Sundays with hot acts like Big & Rich, sizzling BBQ from favorite local restaurants and BBQ experts, and an array of thirst-quenching beer in an amazing atmosphere.
Viva La Música (Saturdays, April 13 – May 4)
Spice up your Saturdays with the hottest Hispanic festival in town. Enjoy a variety of delicious Latin cuisine and specialty drinks along with fiery performances from some of the finest acts in Latin music.

Summer Nights (Summer 2013)
Beat the heat and celebrate the fun of summer at this nighttime spectacular. Rock out with Shamu at the summer favorite, Shamu Rocks and see the always entertaining Clyde and Seamore at Sea Lions Tonite. Then, head over to Bayside Stadium to end your night with the marvelous fireworks and fountains finale, Reflections.

Halloween Spooktacular (Weekends in October)
Bring the little ones out to experience the ultimate, family-friendly Halloween event in town. Enjoy this underwater “fantasea” experience that includes trick-or-treating, splashy sea-like characters and sea-themed arts-and-crafts.

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration (Select dates in November/December 2013)
Experience the waves of holiday spirit that will splash over you during this incredible holiday event. Celebrate the season with the whole family at this wintery, watery wonderland. Enjoy the beautiful, festive atmosphere while catching some of the amazing shows that are only offered during this special celebration.

New Year’s Eve at SeaWorld (Dec. 31)
Ring in the New Year with our fabulous display of bold fireworks accompanied by a musical celebration that is sure to send a wave of welcome to the New Year ahead.

Fun Cards are on sale now to Florida residents for the cost of a single-day SeaWorld admission ($89 for adults and $81 for children ages 3-9). The Fun Card is valid from the date of purchase and good throughout all of 2013 with no blackout dates. Fun Cards are available at the park’s front gate, at SeaWorldOrlando.com or by calling (888) 800-5447.

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