The 2024 Food & Wine Festival kicks off this weekend at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with Goo Goo Dolls and Starship

Treat your taste buds with delicious dishes to pair with wines, craft brews and cocktails. Discover countless combinations of food and drink selections with an 11-weekend extravaganza of electrifying concerts.

A world of taste awaits at the annual Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food & Wine Festival with a delicious menu as dynamic and unique as the park's thrilling roller coaster collection.

Starting Saturday, March 9, and running every Saturday and Sunday until May 19, guests can sip and savor their way through flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats before finding their new favorite brew or cocktail.

In addition to the eats and treats, a highlight of the festival is the star-studded lineup of A-list performers who will take the stage at The Food & Wine Festival this year, kicking off on March 9 with Goo Goo Dolls, and Starship on March 10.

The Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival is included with daily park admission, but food and beverage are not included with park admission and are available for an extra fee. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages.

"The Food & Wine Festival is an event our guests look forward to every year, and this year is going to be the best one yet," said Stewart Clark, president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. "From craveable food and beverage options to top musical talent, our guests are really in for a treat."

Uncork Worldly Flavors: Dive into Diverse Culinary Regions

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds on a culinary adventure around the world!

Parkgoers can immerse themselves in a culinary journey through Europe, Latin America, North America, South Africa and Oceania with savory and sweet options, paired with a selection of wines from both the old and the new world, craft beers hailing from both domestic and international breweries, and exclusive bourbon tastings.

Headlining Concerts for Every Taste

The Food & Wine Festival is serving up an 11-weekend extravaganza of electrifying concerts, featuring 22 chart-topping acts.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s on this year’s set list:

Current Concert Lineup:

• Goo Goo Dolls – March 9

• Starship ft. Mickey Thomas – March 10

• Tauren Wells - March 16

• Sister Hazel - March 17

• Taking Back Sunday – March 23

• Coming Soon - March 24

• Coming Soon - March 30

• Mark Willis - March 31

• Owl City – April 6

• Grupo Niche – April 7

• Better than Ezra & Vertical Horizon – April 13

• Hoobastank – April 14

• Michael Ray – April 20

• Gavin DeGraw – April 21

• Andy Grammer – April 27

• Chris Lane – April 28

• Boys Like Girls – May 4

• 38 Special – May 5

• Grupo Mania - May 11

• Coming Soon - May 12

• Coming Soon - May 18

• Coming Soon - May 19

All concerts take place at the Festival Field Stage, located past the Festival Walkway and behind the award-winning hybrid roller coaster, Iron Gwazi.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will be announcing many more artists soon! We keep you updated as soon as announcements are made.

To view showtimes and purchase reserved seating and VIP packages, guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com.

Dive into Deliciousness with a Food & Wine Festival Sampler Lanyard

Unlock the tastiest culinary experience with the ultimate foodie tool: the Food & Wine Festival Sampler Lanyard. Starting at $70 and redeemable at the numerous cabins located throughout the park, Sampler Lanyards provide convenience and offer the best value for guests with options of 10 and 15 items. An exclusive 18-item sampler for the same price as a 15-item is available for all Pass Members. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages.

Elevate your Food & Wine Festival experience with a VIP Seating Package

Immerse yourself in the delicious sights and sounds with exclusive access to a reserved seating area right by the stage. Guests can get closer to their favorite artists, sip on a complimentary beverage of choice, and mingle in the private VIP bar, the perfect recipe for an unforgettable evening! To reserve a VIP Seating Package guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com.

Annual Passes and Fun Cards are the Best Way to Play 

A Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Annual Pass offers unbeatable benefits – and for a limited time, guests who purchase an annual pass will receive a free upgrade to the next pass tier. For as low as a one-time payment of $174 or $14.50/month + tax with NO DOWN PAYMENT, guests can purchase a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Annual Pass.  

Another great way to enjoy the Food & Wine Festival and all that Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has to offer is with a 2024 Fun Card. Now for a limited time for as low as $132.99 – same price of a single-day ticket – guests can get park admission through Dec. 31, 2024 and receive an Adventure Island Fun Card FREE.   

Guests who purchase a Fun Pass or Annual Pass right now will have the opportunity to experience all the exciting events that are included with park admission, such as The Food & Wine Festival and the all-new events coming this summer, including Red, White & Brews and Bourbon & BBQ. In addition, Pass Members have the special opportunity to be among the first to ride the all-new suspended family coaster Phoenix Rising, coming to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Spring 2024! To learn more and to purchase a Fun Card or an Annual Pass, guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com.  

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