Busch Gardens Williamsburg Tickets

Busch Gardens Williamsburg® is an action-packed European-themed amusement park with 17th-century charm and 21st-century technology, boasting more than 350 acres of fun-filled exploration.

From thrilling coasters to world-class entertainment, there is something for everyone at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Thrill-seekers travel at speeds of up to 73 mph on Pantheon, the world’s fastest multi-launch coaster. The adventures continue in 2023 with the addition of DarKoaster, North America’s First All-Indoor Straddle Coaster. Make memories in the Sesame Street® Forest of Fun™. With a fun-filled lineup throughout the year, guests can enjoy signature events from January – December. Indulge in globally inspired food and drink during the Food & Wine Festival, fright into the night during Howl-O-Scream®, Virginia’s Premier Halloween Event and celebrate the holiday season with 10 million lights and specialty shows during Christmas Town™. Fun is always in season at Busch Gardens.

Everyone will enjoy the unparalleled mix of animal encounters, captivating shows, and thrilling rides. The world’s most beautiful theme park has something for everyone as you venture across Europe. Soar like an eagle and howl on great coasters like Apollo’s Chariot® and Griffon® (open seasonally). Discover shared family fun playing with your littlest ones at Sesame Street’s Forest of Fun™. And, nowhere is the spirit of discovery more alive than on Verbolten®, the breathtaking, multisensory thrill ride through the Black Forest. It’s this naturally fun combination that helps remind us, we may live in houses, but we’re born for Busch Gardens.

Now Open: DarKoaster™ is the world’s first all-indoor straddle coaster! With only a 48-inch height requirement, DarKoaster is a new roller coaster the whole family can conquer together. This new ride at Busch Gardens Williamsburg is the park’s tenth coaster and an unprecedented, family-friendly addition to the park's thrill ride portfolio. The new coaster is housed in the iconic Curse of DarKastle building, paying homage to the previous ride with subtle theming nods for loyal park fans.

In addition to thrilling rides and attractions, this Williamsburg, VA theme park offers captivating stage shows, culinary delights, and world-class shopping experiences that provide fun for the whole family.

New in 2024: Prepare for a Return of Mythic Proportions: The Iconic Loch Ness Monster Reemerges at Busch Gardens Williamsburg in 2024 with a Thrilling New Experience. In 1978, the Loch Ness Monster came alive in Busch Gardens Williamsburg in the form of a coaster so original and iconic that it became a registered landmark. Now in 2024, the Loch Ness Monster will resurface with a fully restored experience loaded with all-new thrilling elements, dramatic storytelling and innovative effects, as it takes riders on its journey through the Scottish terrain across “Nessie’s” signature steel track, featuring over 900 feet of all-new track.

2024 EVENTS
Christmas Town: Nov. 15 - Jan. 5, 2025
Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

2025 EVENTS
Mardi Gras: Jan. 24 - Mar. 9, Fri - Sun
Let the good times roll with food, cocktails, entertainment and live music – Mardi Gras style!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration: Mar. 13 - 16
The festivity continues all month long as Irish spirit, luck and celebration fill Killarney village.

Kids' Weekends: Mar. 21 - April 20, Fri - Sun
Join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby & all of your Sesame Street® Friends for fun-filled weekends.

Food & Wine Festival: April 24 - June 15, Thurs - Sun
Flavors are in bloom at the Food & Wine Festival featuring internationally inspired tastes & sips to savor.

Summer of Wonder: June 20 - Aug. 10
Explore a summer full of wonder and immerse yourself in the thrills of art, music, culinary delights, and world-class fun.

Bier Fest Brews & BBQ: Aug. 15 - Sept. 1, Fri - Sun + Labor Day
Sip and savor seasonal brew offerings and new beer-inspired recipes at Bier Fest.

Halloween Spooktacular: Sept. 20 - Nov. 2, Sat - Sun
Celebrate Halloween with your favorite Sesame Street® Friends with Trick-or-Treating and more!

Howl-O-Scream: Sept. 5 - Nov 2, select nights
Take on terrifying haunts and thrills as the sun goes down at this frightfully fun event.

Christmas Town: Nov. 14 - Jan. 4, 2026, select dates
Separately ticketed event
Celebrate the holidays with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, and holiday-inspired culinary delights.

Parking Fees:

• General parking for one vehicle starts at $32.
• Preferred parking starts at $53.
• VIP parking starts at $63.

*Parking fees may vary per day and are subject to change without prior notice.