Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is igniting summer family fun with new activities in all areas of the park. Summer Nights returns on May 23 with extended park hours, new summer-themed entertainment, new attractions and animal experiences, and new dining options. Additionally, guests can welcome summer with the return of free beer.
This summer, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will unveil a host of new experiences, including:
- Jungala’s new wild oasis – an immersive adventure kingdom for kids
- New Wild Skies – a dazzling nighttime drone show
- New Moto-Motion – High-Energy Indoor BMX and Motocross Stunt Show
- New Meerkat Habitat – Meerkat Group
- Orang Café’s new TOMA – a vibrant Latin American style fast food restaurant
- New Casbar – an outdoor full-service bar
- Free beer*
“Summer is always a special time at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and this year marks a bold step forward in providing new and exciting ways for guests of all ages to enjoy the parks,” said Jeff Davis, president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Islands of Adventure. “From exciting new entertainment and upgraded dining options to the debut of Wild Oasis at Jungala, these enhancements are part of our ongoing $4,000 investment in our Tampa parks. million dollars, demonstrating our continued commitment to providing a first-class visitor experience.”
Explore the wild oasis of Jungala: a new world of kid-friendly adventure – opening soon!
Inspired by lush tropical rainforests and filled with animal encounters, thrilling rides and interactive play areas, Wild Oasis will provide an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Inside the Wild Oasis, guests will embark on incredible adventures. From encountering fascinating new animals to soaring over the new Tree Top Drop, families can explore interactive climbing structures, cool off in an immersive paddling pool and go on exciting self-guided scavenger hunts. Designed to inspire curiosity and excitement, Wild Oasis offers an action-packed experience for explorers of all ages.
Summer Nights in Action: New Stunt and Drone Shows Light Up the Park
Entertainment will take center stage at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this summer with an exciting new lineup of performances. The centerpiece of the excitement is Moto-Motion, the Stanleyville Theater’s new indoor stunt show that blends aerial BMX and motocross tricks with dynamic dance. As night falls, the park’s skyline transforms with the debut of “Wild Skies,” a stunning drone show that paints the night with vibrant lights, synchronized aerial motion and an immersive soundtrack, culminating with spectacular fireworks. Together, these cutting-edge experiences enhance the energy of summer nights, providing guests with unforgettable entertainment experiences from day to night.
Discover new dining options and the return of free beer!
This summer, guests can indulge in fresh flavors with two exciting new dining experiences at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Within Jungala’s new Wild Oasis, guests will find TOMA at Orang Café, a vibrant fast-casual restaurant with a Latin American-inspired menu and stunning views of the park’s orangutan habitat, the perfect place to relax and recharge while taking in the sights and sounds of the land. For those who want to relax and enjoy signature cocktails, Casbar is a new outdoor full-service bar located adjacent to Zagora Cafe in Moroccan Village, inviting guests to sip refreshing cocktails and enjoy the park’s festive atmosphere.
Additionally, starting May 23, guests 21 and older can enjoy free beer from 10:30 a.m. to one hour before park closing (limit of one beer per guest per park visit; Annual Pass members receive two free beers per visit).
