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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s summer celebration, Summer Nights, brings longer park hours, giving you and your crew more time to ride incredible coasters, enjoy captivating entertainment, and watch a fireworks finale on select nights to top it all off! Get ready to make unforgettable memories during this epic summer extravaganza at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
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The fun doesn’t stop at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay when the sun goes down! With extended park hours, themed party zones, and jaw-dropping entertainment, a visit to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay should be on your summer bucket list.
Please check the park schedule before your visit to see if this event is happening during a Summer Nights evening to ensure you don’t miss out on any of the fun Busch Gardens has in store for you!
We’ve got some sizzling savings for you on your Busch Gardens Tampa Bay visit, which you can check out here!
While we await official details for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Summer Nights 2026, the information below reflects last year’s event to give you an idea of what to expect.
Wild Skies Drone Show at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Look to the skies this summer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay! Wild Skies: The Summer Nights Drone Show is a brand-new nighttime spectacular featuring a breathtaking drone display choreographed to a powerful soundtrack, capped off with an explosive fireworks finale! Catch this awe-inspiring show every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on the Festival Field, plus a special Memorial Day performance on Monday, May 26 that’s sure to kick off the season in style.
Celebrate the red, white, and blue with an extended patriotic fireworks finale from Friday, July 4, through Sunday, July 6.
Gwazi Rocks
Drums and dancers come together for an epic atmospheric show that you won’t want to miss. Gwazi Rocks allows you to dance the night away at one of Central Florida’s top theme parks.
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Get ready to groove and sing along to the ultimate musical revue, hitting the stage at Dragon Fire Grill! Prepare to be transported as our talented performers celebrate the iconic hits of legendary musicians throughout time.
Boom Box Dance Party at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Bust out the boom boxes, bucket hats, neon, and baggy jeans—it’s time to throw it back! Join high-energy dancers and a live DJ for the Boombox Dance Party, an ultimate 90s bash packed with nostalgic beats, epic moves, and non-stop fun.
Moto Motion: Freestyle Showdown
Rev up for Moto Motion: Freestyle Showdown! Starting May 29 through August 14, witness an electrifying clash of extreme riders, breakdancers, and aerial daredevils in a high-octane battle of speed, strength, and show-stopping moves. The twist? YOU get to decide who takes the crown.
Free Beer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Cheers to summer! Starting May 23, guests 21+ can enjoy a complimentary ice-cold draft beer on the house! For a limited time only, head to Claw Island on Summer Nights event days and sip on a free 7 oz. draft beer, available starting at 11:00 a.m. until 90 minutes before the park closes.
This and more can be accessed with discounted admission from Orlando Informer! Save big on this ultimate event of the summer season!
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