Busch Gardens Tampa
2026-07-11
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 infoHowl-O-Scream: Summer Invasion M.A.R.S.
One-weekend-only guided, lights-on walkthrough tour of the M.A.R.S. haunted house in Stanleyville, previewing the story and special effects behind the fall Howl-O-Scream season. Included with park admission; in-park upgrade ticket adds a free photo and Quick Queue. Corrected per the official Busch Gardens event page, which lists July 11–12 only (not a multi-weekend run).
16:00 – 20:00
More infoSaturday at Busch Gardens, running moderate. Summer Nights is active. Howl-O-Scream: Summer Invasion M.A.R.S. previews fall Howl-O-Scream theming on select summer nights. Forecast: Record-challenging heat, dust breaking down, high 96F, 40% rain chance. Midday wait times are running very light so far.
What Actually Happened
Actual crowd score: 5 · We predicted 6
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What to Pack
TIGA VINTA Oversized Polarized Pilot Sunglasses UV400 Women Men
Polarized lenses cut glare bouncing off pavement and water in Florida sun — your eyes need protection just as much as your skin. UV400 rated with a metal frame that won't warp in the heat.
$13.98
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Women's Waterproof Windproof Packable Rain Jacket
Waterproof jacket that packs small enough for a park bag. Worth carrying for Florida's indoor arctic blast zones as much as the outdoor rain.
$29.99
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Bearwind Misting Fan Portable - Handheld Turbo Fan with Cool Mist Spray, 4000mAh
Combines a high-speed fan with a water misting spray in one device — the mist plus airflow drops your perceived temperature fast. 4000mAh battery lasts all day with the fan alone.
$21.99
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CamelBak Eddy+ Kids Water Bottle Bite Valve Straw
Leak-resistant and easy for little hands to operate — the bite valve means no spills in a crowded bag. BPA-free and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning between park days.
$17.00
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Toddler Harness Leash + Anti Lost Wrist Link Set
Two-in-one safety set — use the wristband for older toddlers who reject the harness, or layer both for extra security in the crowd around a meet-and-greet.
$9.99
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General Medi First Aid Kit 309-Piece Reflective Bag
309 pieces covers everything from blisters to splinters — the stuff you always wish you had but never think to pack. The reflective bag is easy to spot at the bottom of any bag.
$21.99
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