While we anticipate more information for Busch Gardens Christmas Town 2024, unwrap the details on the events of 2023 below!
Overview
There's much festive fun to be had this holiday season at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Christmas Town! Learn more about the event, seasonal offerings, and how to save on your visit to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
What is Busch Gardens Christmas Town?
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will be transformed into a winter wonderland during the holiday season for guests to make memories with a backdrop full of ornaments and twinkling lights. Holiday-inspired cuisine and entertainment are added to the list of offerings, in addition to the animal encounters and thrills offered year-round. The best part of this event is that it is included with park admission!
When is Christmas Town open at Busch Gardens?
Busch Gardens Christmas Town is open from November 15, 2024 through January 5, 2025.
How much are tickets to Busch Gardens Christmas Town?
Busch Gardens Christmas Town is included in your admission. Discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are available through Orlando Informer.
What is there to do at Busch Gardens Christmas Town?
Busch Gardens Christmas Town Food
Fill your heart and stomach with holiday cheer with a variety of sweets and treats to enjoy during your time at Busch Gardens Christmas Town. Food stands will open daily at 4:00 p.m.
Cookies & Cocoa
Food Options
Fresh Baked Deep Dish Cookie
Double Chocolate Chip, Holiday Sugar, Cinnamon Swirl
Beverages
Specialty Hot Cocoa
Served in a Souvenir Cup with your choice of Peppermint or Gingerbread and Whipped Cream
Make It Jolly
Peppermint Schnapps, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua
Christmas Cocktails
Beverages
Ginger Snap Mule
Spiced Rum, Amaretto, Ginger Beer, Lime
South For The Winter
Jack Daniels, Jack Honey, Monin Cranberry, Ginger and Lime
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Mistletoe
Tequila, Monin Pomegranate Syrup, Lime Juice
Candy Cane Lane
Vodka, Grenadine, Monin Peppermint, Lime
Abita Brewing | Christmas Ale
Covington, LA | 5.8% ABV | 40 IBU
Coca-Cola Pretzel Cabin
Food Options
White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Pretzel
Stuffed Cookie
Char Siu Christmas
Food Options
Red Curry Shrimp and Jasmine Rice
Char Siu Pork Fried Rice
Cookies, Cocoa & Cocktails
Food Options
Fresh Baked Deep Dish Cookie
Double Chocolate Chip, Holiday Sugar, Cinnamon Swirl
Beverages
Specialty Hot Cocoa
Served in a Souvenir Cup with your choice of Peppermint or Gingerbread and Whipped Cream
Make It Jolly
Peppermint Schnapps, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua
Ginger Snap Mule
Spiced Rum, Amaretto, Ginger Beer, Lime
South For The Winter
Jack Daniels, Jack Honey, Monin Cranberry, Ginger and Lime
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Mistletoe
Tequila, Monin Pomegranate Syrup, Lime Juice
Candy Cane Lane
Vodka, Grenadine, Monin Peppermint, Lime
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Holiday Hearth
Food Options
Ho Ho Happiness
Braised Beef, Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese
Open Faced Holiday
Smoked Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce, Texas Toast, Gravy
Kids Mac and Cheese
Polar Pavilion
Beverages
Ginger Snap Mule
Spiced Rum, Amaretto, Ginger Beer, Lime
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Candy Cane Lane
Vodka, Grenadine, Monin Peppermint, Lime
Abita Brewing | FlufferNutter Malt
Covington, LA | 8% ABV | 15 IBU
Xcursions
Food Options
Banana – Nutella Cupcake
Eggnog Cupcake
Pumpkin Spice Cupcake
Apple Crumble Cupcake
Christmas Celebration
Food Options
Not so Traditional Holiday Ham
Pork Shank Braised with Spiced Pineapple & Brown Sugar, Green Beans
Festive Cheese and Berries
Brie Tart, Blackberry Jam, Toasted Almonds
Cookie Time
Food Options
Decorate Your Own Cookie
Choose Snickerdoodle, Sugar, or Chocolate Chip
Holiday Joy Tasting
Food Options
Joyful Sprouts
Brussel Sprouts, Crispy Bacon, Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Chicken Coq au Vin with Red Bliss Mashed Potato
Kid’s Mini Hot Dog
Dasher’s Delight
Food Options
Pork Loin, Apple Demi, Butternut Squash Puree
Seared Scallop, Ruby Red Couscous, Goat Cheese Crumbles
Cocoa & Cream
Food Options
Snickerdoodle Apple Pie ala mode
White Chocolate Mint Cookie Cup
Beverages
Specialty Hot Cocoa
Served in a Souvenir Cup with your choice of Peppermint or Gingerbread and Whipped Cream
Make It Jolly
Peppermint Schnapps, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua
Springs Taproom
Beverages
Abita Brewing | Christmas Ale
Covington, LA | 5.8% ABV | 40 IBU
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Abita Brewing | FlufferNutter Malt
Covington, LA | 8% ABV | 15 IBU
Holiday Wines & Sweets
Food Options
Christmas Cookies
Snickerdoodle, Sugar, or Chocolate Chip
Gingerbread Pudding
Rum Sugar Glaze
Beverages
Select Holiday Wines
Sesame Treats
Food Options
Christmas Churro
Smokehouse Mobile
Food Options
Jolly Beef Brisket
Carved Beef Brisket, Texas Toast, Beef Gravy, Onion Crisps
Cookies, Cocoa & Cocktails
Food Options
Fresh Baked Deep Dish Cookie
Double Chocolate Chip, Holiday Sugar, Cinnamon Swirl
Beverages
Specialty Hot Cocoa
Served in a Souvenir Cup with your choice of Peppermint or Gingerbread and Whipped Cream
Make It Jolly
Peppermint Schnapps, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua
Ginger Snap Mule
Spiced Rum, Amaretto, Ginger Beer, Lime
South For The Winter
Jack Daniels, Jack Honey, Monin Cranberry, Ginger and Lime
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Mistletoe
Tequila, Monin Pomegranate Syrup, Lime Juice
Candy Cane Lane
Vodka, Grenadine, Monin Peppermint, Lime
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Cocoa & Coca-Cola Mug
Beverages
Southern Buckeye
Screwball peanut butter whiskey, Hot Cocoa, whipped cream, topped with chocolate shavings
Mele Kalikimaka
Coconut Rum, Kahlua, Hot Cocoa, whipped cream, topped with toasted coconut
S’More Please
Shmallow Whiskey, Hot cocoa, topped with a toasted marshmallow
Mexican Hot Cocoa
Ghost Tequila, Baileys Chocolate, Hot cocoa, whipped cream, topped with chili flakes
Peppermint Fudge
Candy Cane Vodka, Baileys chocolate, Hot cocoa, whipped cream, garnished with a candy cane
Christmas Coke Cocktails
Choice of Vanilla Crown or Crown Royal
Baileys Christmas Cookie Shots
Duo of Cookie Cups filled with Baileys Cream
Cookies, Cocoa & Cocktails
Food Options
Fresh Baked Deep Dish Cookie
Double Chocolate Chip, Holiday Sugar, Cinnamon Swirl
Beverages
Specialty Hot Cocoa
Served in a Souvenir Cup with your choice of Peppermint or Gingerbread and Whipped Cream
Make It Jolly
Peppermint Schnapps, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua
South For The Winter
Jack Daniels, Jack Honey, Monin Cranberry, Ginger and Lime
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Candy Cane Lane
Vodka, Grenadine, Monin Peppermint, Lime
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Dragon Dog
Food Options
Holiday Turkey Dog
Turkey Dog, Stuffing, Cranberry Relish
Holiday Poutine
Cranberry Relish, Gravy and Cheese
Twisted Tails
Food Options
Spinach Feta Stuffed Pretzel
Beverages
Abita Brewing | Christmas Ale
Covington, LA | 5.8% ABV | 40 IBU
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Abita Brewing | FlufferNutter Malt
Covington, LA | 8% ABV | 15 IBU
Dragon Fire Grill Pub
Beverages
Abita Brewing | Christmas Ale
Covington, LA | 5.8% ABV | 40 IBU
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Abita Brewing | FlufferNutter Malt
Covington, LA | 8% ABV | 15 IBU
Jack Frost
Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Splash of Lime
Ginger Snap Mule
Spiced Rum, Amaretto, Ginger Beer, Lime
Kenya Canteen
Food Options
Peppermint Brownie Sundae
Giraffe Bar
Beverages
Abita Brewing | Christmas Ale
Covington, LA | 5.8% ABV | 40 IBU
Funky Buddha | Last Snow Coffee Porter
Oakland Park, FL | 6.4% ABV | 25 IBU
Abita Brewing | FlufferNutter Malt
Covington, LA | 8% ABV | 15 IBU
Coaster Coffee
Food Options
Holiday Mini Funnel Cake
Busch Gardens Christmas Town Entertainment
Christmas on Ice
The holidays come to life on ice at the Moroccan Palace in Busch Garden’s Tampa Bay’s longest-running holiday show. Be dazzled with this spectacular, full of classic Christmas songs, lovely seasonal costumes, and impressive skating from world-class performers.
Holiday in the Sky Fireworks
While you have your eyes on the sky, looking for Santa Claus and his sleigh, watch as fireworks burst into seasonal colors in the airspace above as familiar festive music sets the tone. Fireworks occur every Saturday night and select nights throughout the event.
Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Fill yourself with merry and cheer as Mrs. Claus shares traditional holiday stories with guests.
Three Kings Journey
On select nights in the Dragonfire Grill, the journey of the Three Kings is portrayed with guests in the form of song.
Elmo’s Christmas Wish
In this delightful show, Cookie Monster, Rosita, Grover, and Zoe help Elmo find his Christmas wish! The monsters will encourage plenty of singing and dancing, as usual.
Holly Jolly Express
The Serengeti Railway will be filled with the spirit of the season by transforming into the Holly Jolly Express. Hop onboard this train to catch some sights of animals like giraffes, rhinos, and zebras while listening to holiday music.
Experience holiday cheer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and save big with discounted admission from Orlando Informer!