4th of July Fireworks & More at Busch Gardens Tampa

This Fourth of July, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ONLY place in Tampa Bay with world-class thrill rides and four consecutive nights of fireworks! Kicking off on Thursday, July 4th, guests will enjoy live entertainment and a breathtaking extended fireworks display. The party continues all weekend long with Summer Nights, including more fireworks on Friday, Saturday and Sunday!

For a limited time, a NEW offer is available just for Florida residents. For less than the price of regular admission ticket, guests can visit again and again the rest of the year with a 2019 Busch Gardens Fun Card, available for just $64.99* – the lowest price of the season! A two park Fun Card – Busch Gardens and Adventure Island – is available for just $30* more. This explosive new offer is available until July 4th.

Thursday, July 4 – Independence Day Celebration:

This Fourth of July, celebrate at the only place in Tampa Bay with world-class coasters and four consecutive nights of fireworks! Take on Florida’s tallest launch coaster, the ALL-NEW Tigris, as it transforms in the dark. Then dance the night away with festive DJs, and enjoy specialty food items such as the Fireworks Ice Cream Slushy – a delicious blend of blue raspberry slush, wild berry slush and vanilla soft serve.

NEW Live Music – Mighty Mongo on the Festival Field

Mighty Mongo, a Tampa based rock group was founded in 2009 by college friends. With a mix of original songs and well-known covers, their show is sure to impress. The band will perform on the Festival Field and will also sing the National Anthem prior to the fireworks show.

GRAND FINALE Fireworks Display

Finish the day with an electrifying, extended and elevated fireworks show that will illuminate the sky with a patriotic medley in honor of Independence Day!


Friday, July 5 – Sunday, July 7 – Celebrate All Weekend:

The fun doesn’t stop, because the park stays open late every night with the Summer Nights event, featuring fireworks all weekend!

Live Entertainment at the Festival Field

Join dancers and a DJ as they get the party started prior to fireworks each night. Enjoy music, games and more on the Festival Field. Complete the night with delicious desserts and drinks for all to enjoy. From Funnel Cake Fries to Handmade Cocktail Popsicles, the options to indulge are endless.

Fireworks Display

Finish the day with an exhilarating fireworks display on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The show is complete with lights and a soundtrack featuring some of today’s best hits.

Park hours are from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the Fourth of July. During Summer Nights, guests can enjoy the park from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. now through August 11, including fireworks every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the event. For complete event details and more limited time offers, visit BuschGardensTampa.com


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