Busch Gardens Tampa
2026-08-15
Weather Forecast
96° / 77°
Mostly sunny and hot with afternoon storm chances
30% chance of rain
Events
Bier Fest Brews & BBQ
Summer festival at Busch Gardens Tampa featuring seasonal craft beers, beer-inspired food, and BBQ offerings. Runs on select weekends from July 25 through Labor Day weekend (September 7). Included with park admission.
More infoWild Skies Drone Show
After HoursNew nighttime drone show at Busch Gardens Tampa featuring 400 synchronized drones choreographed to music with a fireworks finale on Festival Field. Runs Friday-Sunday nights through September 6, 2026 (extended past its original Summer Nights run by popular demand). Included with park admission; weather permitting and showtimes subject to change.
More infoSaturday at Busch Gardens, with Bier Fest Brews & BBQ today. Expect light-to-moderate crowds under mostly sunny and hot with afternoon storm chances.
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What to Pack
Home Prefer Men's Wide Brim UPF 50+ Bucket Hat
Crushable wide-brim hat that blocks UV from every angle — no sunscreen reapplication needed on your head, neck, and ears. Packs flat in a bag.
$29.99
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Nuun Sport Electrolyte Tablets 4-Pack (40 Servings)
Drop a tablet in your water bottle and you've got a light electrolyte drink — no sugar crash, no sticky syrup. 40 servings is enough for an entire Florida vacation.
$24.91
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Gold Bond Friction Defense Stick 2-Pack
Invisible anti-chafe stick that prevents the inner-thigh and heel hotspots that turn a great park day into a painful memory. Two sticks to keep one in every bag.
$15.98
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SportShield All-Day Anti Chafe Blister Prevention Waterproof
Waterproof formula that survives splash zones, water rides, and sweaty Florida afternoons without needing reapplication. Lasts up to 16 hours per application.
$27.99
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Carhartt Unisex Waist Pack
Built like Carhartt's workwear — tough enough to survive a park day with kids. Fits water bottles, sunscreen, and all the essentials with room to spare.
$32.19
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Gamie Classic Mini Electronic Memory Game for Kids and Adults
The classic Simon-style memory game in a pocket-sized form — perfect for keeping kids engaged in long queue lines without needing WiFi or draining a phone battery.
$12.99
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