Tampa – October 30, 2026 -- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg turn into holiday destinations from Nov. 13, with Christmas Town shows, light displays and seasonal food all included with park admission.
Tampa Bay adds a drone show and acrobatics
Christmas Town runs select days from Nov. 13 through Jan. 4 in Tampa Bay. Two shows are new: Lights of Wonder sends a fleet of drones into the night sky, synchronized to classic holiday tunes, and A Very Merry Cirque is an acrobatic spectacle.
Returning shows include Christmas on Ice at the Moroccan Palace Theater, Mrs. Claus' Storytime, Elmo's Christmas Wish and Three Kings Journey. On select nights, the Ginga Ninjas breakdance through a holiday mystery about Mrs. Claus' missing cookie recipe. Guests can also visit Santa's North Pole Experience and Rudolph's Winter Wonderland. A New Year's Eve fireworks finale closes out Dec. 31.
The Skyride returns with holiday décor, and Iron Gwazi and Phoenix Rising run at night. Christmas Town-exclusive hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies, holiday menu items and festive craft cocktails are available from 4 p.m. on event nights. Dining options include a Thanksgiving Feast and the Rudolph and Friends Character Dine.
Williamsburg lights up with more than 10 million bulbs
In Virginia, Christmas Town runs select dates from Nov. 13 through Jan. 3. The park says its display of more than 10 million lights is one of the largest in North America. More than 25 attractions operate, including the all-new Verbolten: Forbidden Turn.
New for 2026, the Queens of Christmas trio performs a holiday concert that includes This Christmas and Santa Baby. Returning shows are Christmas Town Live! A Holiday Special, Gloria!, 'Twas That Night on ice at the Royal Palace Theatre, and Scrooge No More at the Globe Theatre. Santa's Workshop and the Christmas Town Express also return.
On select dates, Santa's Fireside Feast in the Killarney area serves a hearty meal and a Christmas story from Santa. Reservations are available through the park's website. Flavored hot chocolates and deep-dish cookies are exclusive to Christmas Town.
Ticket discounts reach 60% in Tampa and 65% in Williamsburg
For a limited time, Tampa Bay guests can save up to 60% on tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes. Williamsburg offers up to 65% off tickets and up to 35% off memberships, with single-day tickets as low as $31.99.