Each year, Busch Gardens® pushes the entertainment envelope to develop new and exciting thrills, award-winning shows and delicious culinary delights. This year is no exception as Busch Gardens offers guests a great line-up of new experiences and exciting events for 2013.

In 2013, Busch Gardens will introduce its first ever food festival. During this immersive event you’ll find special and unique foods and beverages. Enjoy the authentic tastes of Europe paired with family-friendly activities and entertainment that will make this event as fun as it is delicious.

Busch Gardens has also packed the entire year full of excitement with a spectacular line up of special events including the return of IllumiNights: A Busch Gardens® Encore, Howl-O-Scream® and Christmas Town™: A Busch Gardens® Celebration, the holiday spectacular that transforms the European-themed park into a winter wonderland. Stroll beneath the glow of six million twinkling lights and feel the nostalgia of an Americana Christmas when you visit our newest area, Holiday Hills™.

Also, enjoy world-class thrills aboard Verbolten®, Busch Gardens’ newest attraction located in Oktoberfest. This multi-launch, indoor/outdoor roller coaster sends guests on a fun and mystifying family adventure through the Black Forest.

Don't miss all we have in store in 2013!