Busch Gardens Tampa
2026-06-20
Events
Summer Nights
Nightly entertainment celebration included with park admission. Fireworks themed around America's 250th Anniversary run May 22–July 5; a summertime drone show runs July 13–August 9. Recurring highlights include the Boom Box Dance Party in Stanleyville and Beach Bash in Gwazi Plaza.
More infoGiraffes Galore
Weekend celebration on the Serengeti Plain featuring giraffe-inspired experiences, activities, and entertainment for all ages.
More infoFather's Day weekend Saturday — high family turnout. Giraffes Galore; Summer Nights nightly entertainment. 93°F with 20% rain chance — nice morning, typical FL afternoon storms possible. Iron Gwazi at 120 min — rope-drop or Quick Queue advised.
What Actually Happened
Actual crowd score: 8 · We predicted 8
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What to Pack
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