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Busch Gardens® Howl-O-Scream® transforms the entire park into a nightmarish realm of horror from haunted houses and scare zones to live shows and thrill rides consumed by darkness.

Experience horror at every turn:
• Haunted Houses – Immersive, high-intensity walk-through experiences
• Scare Zones – Streets filled with roaming creatures and unexpected frights
• Sinister Live Shows – Dark entertainment with shocking performances
• Thrill Rides in the Dark – World-class coasters and attractions transformed by terror

Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. This event contains intense adult content such as violence, gore, and blood. Howl-O-Scream is a separately-ticketed night event. No costumes are allowed.

Kandy's Spooktacular Celebration - Step into a whimsical world of enchantment full of not-so-spooky family fun! A costume parade, trick-or-treating and story time are some of the activities guests will find in this immersive Halloween experience. Kids will love trick-or-treating during this daytime event full of colorful characters. Make sure to plan your visit this Fall! Busch Gardens Spooktacular begins Saturdays & Sundays, September 12 – November 1, 2026. Included with Park Admission.