The family-friendly Sesame Street Kids' Weekends are back at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Shane Walton
- 1 hour ago
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Families can enjoy an all-new show during the pirate-themed celebrations at Sesame Street Kids’ Weekends at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Families are invited to a celebration of friendship and fun as Sesame Street Kids’ Weekends return to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in 2026 from January 24 to February 8.
Families can jlook forward to joining their favorite Sesame Street friends including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more for fun-filled weekends every Saturday and Sunday.
Arrrrrh you ready to join your favorite Sesame Street crew in their pirate gear for three weekends of treasure hunts, themed storytimes, a dance party with friends, and special arts and crafts activities for a pirate-filled paRrrr-ty?
Event Activities
Elmo & the Bookaneers Show
Join Elmo and his friends as they are bombarded by two goofy, book-loving pirates, the Bookaneers, who try to steal their beloved books. The furry friends set out on a high seas adventure to prove that they too can be Bookaneers and attempt to pass the Bookaneer test!
Furry Friends Pirate Dance Party
Grab your sea legs and join your favorite furry friends for a boat-rocking dance party!
Pirate Treasure Hunt
Help your Sesame Street friends find the missing letters around Sesame Street Safari of Fun. Turn in completed Treasure Hunt sheets at Abby Cadabby’s Treasure Hut for a special prize.
Special Photo Opportunities
Enjoy photo opportunities with your Sesame Street friend
Pirate Weekend Storytime
Book lovers and readers can gather for Pirate Weekend Storytime.
Arts & Crafts
Enjoy fun crafts and coloring pages themed for each weekend during Busch Gardens Sesame Street Kids' Weekends.
Kid-Friendly Rides
Everyone can enjoy Sesame Street-themed, family-friendly rides including Air Grover coaster, Elmo’s Safari Go-Round and Big Bird’s Whirly Birdie during our pirate-themed Sesame Street Kids’ Weekends.
A Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Annual Pass is the best way to enjoy an entire year of family fun, thrilling attractions, and exciting seasonal events.
Membership includes unlimited admission, access to vibrant seasonal events and exclusive Pass Member benefits like FREE guest tickets, FREE parking, and special savings on merchandise as well as food and beverage.
Guests can visit BuschGardensTampa.com to purchase tickets and learn more about the Annual Pass program’s benefits and monthly rewards.
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