Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration debuts at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with Park-Wide Fall Family Fun
- Shane Walton
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Sweetacular offers memory-making opportunities for the whole family, from trick-or-treating along the Festival Walkway to dance parties with Taffy Twist, face painting and more.
This Fall, guests can step into a whimsical world full of enchantment with Kandy, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s resident witch-in-training, when the new family-friendly event, Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration, opens on September 6.
The event invites children and families to dress up and explore fun activities for all ages. Magical memories will be created along the Festival Walkway, where guests can step into a world of enchantment and not-so-spooky Halloween fun, which features activities like a costume parade, story time and trick-or-treating along their immersive Halloween adventure. Plus, guests can capture the perfect fall moments at an assortment of autumn-themed photo spots, including in front of and throughout the Festival Walkway.
"Sweetacular is a great family-friendly event during September and October,” said Brian Bacica, Park President of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. “Unforgettable memories await around every corner. There are many exciting activities and experiences, making it the perfect opportunity for guests of all ages to enjoy.”
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Sweetacular is inspired by some of Busch Gardens' best-loved Halloween events and is included with park admission. This year, guests can look forward to frightfully delightful activities on select dates and times in September and October including:
Trick-or-Treating: Dive into the Halloween spirit with festive trick-or-treat stations at Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration—grab a bag and enjoy the sweetest seasonal treats around!
Sweetacular Costume Parade: Join the fun at the Sweetacular Costume Parade, where colorful costumes light up the catwalk and every kid gets their time to shine like a Halloween star.
Taffy Twist’s Black Cat Dance Party: Get into the Halloween spirit at Taffy Twist’s Dance Party, where spooky beats and playful dance moves turn every step into a ghoulishly good time for the whole family!
Spooky Kooky Science: Professor Pufflemintz is the never predictable, anything is possible, sometimes puzzled but always positive Professor of Science.
Storytime: Situated next to Kandy’s picture-perfect pumpkin patch, guests will be immersed in the popular story “Room on the Broom,” where everybody has a place and everyone belongs..
Sesame Street Safari of Fun Halloween: Enjoy even more Halloween fun with your favorite Sesame Street friends dressed in their Halloween costumes, a Sesame Street-themed Halloween show and dance party, Halloween Storytime, a bat-themed scavenger hunt and festive photo opportunities.
Kid-friendly Halloween Photo Spots: Located on the Festival Walkway and in Jungala, charming fall photo spots offer picturesque backdrops, perfect for capturing unforgettable memories to post and share.
Wild Oasis: Located in Jungala, North America's Most Immersive Kid-Friendly Adventure Realm is designed to entertain, educate and inspire. Guests will be immersed in the sounds and sights of the rainforest and engage in activities that touch on its many elements, including a newly themed drop-tower ride with engaging special effects, a high-energy climbing canopy, a new multi-species habitat, interactive water play areas and photo opportunities.
The Best Way to Enjoy Busch Gardens’ Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration
Guests can enjoy a full year of fun at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with a 2026 Fun Card! For a limited time, guests can get unlimited visits in 2026 for the price of a single day ticket.
Plus, by purchasing now, guests can have unlimited admission for the rest of 2025 for free, and receive one free meal per Fun Card, valid for an entrée with an accompanying side at a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay restaurant.
This means they can experience Sweetacular and the festive spirit of Christmas Town as many times as they like.
For more information on Busch Gardens’ Sweetacular festivities and to purchase a 2026 Fun Card, guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com
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