Spend 4th of July at Busch Gardens: Great Shows, Fireworks, Drinks, and More

Have a blast together as a couple by spending 4th of July at Busch Gardens. From festive themed food, great beer, and fireworks, it's the perfect way to celebrate. Besides, what's cooler than catching fireworks light up the sky as you soar on one of their award-winning coasters?

Ticket deal: In honor of the Fourth of July, Busch Gardens & Adventure Island is offering free tickets to U.S. Active Duty Military Members, Veterans, and their loved ones to visit now through July 6, 2025. Military Tickets must be claimed by June 22 and used by July 6. For the full details, visit the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay website.

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Celebrate 4th of July at Busch Gardens with Fireworks

Busch Gardens is celebrating all summer long with their Summer Nights Fireworks Spectacular. Celebrate the red, white, and blue on Friday, July 4, through Sunday, July 6, with an extended fireworks finale! This dazzling show will take place just after 9 p.m. on Festival Field (weather permitting).

Guests will have access to provided seats 30 minutes before show time and you can keep yourself entertained with glowing beach balls and hula hoops before the show begins.

Free Beer!

Free beer has also made its return to Busch Gardens. Guests 21 and up can enjoy one complimentary 7 oz. beer per day and passholders can enjoy two. You can grab yours daily from 11 a.m. until one hour before close at Claw Island, located near Congo River Rapids.

While you're there, be sure to check out all-new shows, entertainment, and more like the new Moto Motion: Freestyle Showdown and the return of Gwazi Rocks.

Details

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is located at 10165 N. McKinley Dr., Tampa, FL 33612
Fourth of July hours: 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Special events are included with general admission and annual passes. You can purchase tickets and passes here.