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VIRGINIA’S LARGEST CRAFT BEER & BBQ FESTIVAL!

Fri, Sat & Sun | July 31 - Sept. 7 + Labor Day

Toast to summer’s end at the Busch Gardens® Bier Fest Brews & BBQ, Virginia’s largest craft beer & BBQ festival.

Treat yourself to 76 craft brews & cocktails from 53 breweries, including 34 local Virginia favorites, and indulge in 41 specialty BBQ dishes and desserts across the park. Sip, savor and save on your favorite summer brews, specialty cocktails, refreshers and fresh BBQ fare with a 10 or 15-Item Sampler.

Thrills are on tap with world-class rides, including the reimagined Verbolten: Forbidden Turn, along with captivating shows and animal encounters.

Experience the perfect blend of classic Oktoberfest charm at Bier Fest Brews & BBQ every Friday through Sunday plus Labor Day from July 31 through Sept. 7, only at the World's Most Beautiful Theme Park.

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76+ Craft Brews &
Specialty Cocktails

Sip and sample 76+ craft brews & specialty cocktails from 53 different breweries throughout the event, including 34 Virginia Breweries. Whether you like IPAs, stouts, porters, lagers, sours or ciders, the beer selection at Bier Fest Brews & BBQ features something for every taste.

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Bier Fest
Samplers

Save up to 20% on Busch Gardens Bier Fest Brews & BBQ beverages and menu items as you mix & match your choice of TEN or FIFTEEN samples from 10 oz. draft brews or 7 oz. cocktail samples, 12oz refreshers and the BBQ menu offerings.

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Busch Gardens Drone Show Drone Show EXTENDED!

Fridays - Sundays | July 31 - Sept. 6 | 9 PM

An electrifying spectacular with over 400 synchronized drones set to an adventurous soundtrack. Don't miss this dazzling show!

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End of Summer Sale: Save up to 35%

Get unlimited Howl-O-Scream visits in 2026 plus unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA through Sept. 6, 2027.*

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Park products, services and schedules subject to change without prior notice. All offers are based on availability and subject to change, or cancellation without prior notice. See website for full details, and park and show schedule prior to arrival.

Proper photo identification with date of birth and physical description is required for all guests ordering alcoholic beverages. Damaged IDs such as those with peeled lamination, cracked corners or faded photos cannot be accepted.

Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid photo ID to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages. Do not drink and drive. Busch Gardens reserves the right to refuse service of any alcoholic beverage to any guest who is unable to provide proper identification, or for any other reason.

Fun Card is valid for ages 3 and up. Parking, taxes and service fees not included with price. Operating days vary, please check schedule before arrival. Products, prices, hours and services are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Fun Cards may not be copied, transferred, resold or refunded and are only valid for the person listed on the Fun Card. Void if altered. Not redeemable for cash. Fun Card does not include admission to Christmas Town™ or Membership benefits. Remains the property of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. Will be confiscated or revoked without restitution for misuse.

🍻 Raise A Glass To Summer, Bier Fest Brews & BBQ Starts Today! 🍻

Come see Virginia's Largest Craft Beer & BBQ Festival!

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