Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and beer just go together. Given the park’s history with the Anheiser-Busch company, there are multiple ways to enjoy beer at Busch Gardens.
A slice of Bavaria returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as the park celebrates the return of Bier Fest Brews & BBQ every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from July 25 through September 7, 2026!
<div id="c3be0912bb716eee4ca644c1dfc4ecde4"></div>This Oktoberfest-themed event returns for its longest run, with 20 crafted menu items inspired by classic German flavors and more than 70 brews from regions near and far, including IPAs, sours, ciders, and more! Trust us, if you love the Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival, you’re going to LOVE this.
You can also enjoy entertainment from rising local artists, take part in family-friendly activities, get up close with amazing animals, and top off a day of festive fun with thrilling rides including the all-new Serengeti Flyer and the award-winning hybrid coaster, Iron Gwazi.
Keep reading for the 2026 Bier Fest menu, including the beer and the food, plus important details.
The Brews at Bier Fest
Bier Fest will feature both local favorites as well as new flavors and blends from all over. From lagers, ales and hefeweizens to non-beer options such as bourbon, vodka, and whiskey, you can try more than 30 types of drink offerings.
Michter’s Tasting
- Michter’s Bourbon Whiskey
- Michter’s Straight Rye Whiskey
- Michter’s Sour Mash Whiskey
- Michter’s American Whiskey
3 Daughters
- 3 Daughters Brewery Vagabond IPAÂ
- 3 Daughters Brewery Coconaut Porter
- 3 Daughters Brewery Dry Cider
- Michter’s American Whiskey
Lost In The Sauce
- Green Bench Skyway Hazy IPA
- Belgium Brewing Company Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPAÂ
- Cigar City Brewing Company Jai Alai IPA
- South Beach Brewing Company South Peach Bellini
The Food at Bier Fest
Although the main attraction to Bier Fest is the beer, the food is also a great reason to come out and celebrate! This year, they’re offering an ALL-NEW Oktoberfest inspired menu with an array of unique and delicious bites from around the world.
The menu for this year’s Bier Fest is a match made in heaven for all the foodies. Pair your brew of choice with Oktoberfest-inspired menu offerings.
2026 Busch Gardens Bier Fest Menu
This year there are 10 cabins serving delicious food options!
USA 250 — NEW
- Flame-Grilled Cherry Cola Pork Ribs
- Honey Sriracha Pork Wings
- Bell’s Two Hearted Ale
- LVN Cheeky Blonde (Local)
- Florida Avenue IPA
- Suncreek Brewery Sun Squishy IPA (Local)
- Guilty Nachos
- Mini Blue Berry Cobbler
Tipsy Bird
- Grilled Sweet Bourbon Pineapple & Pork Skewers
- Loaded Brisket Burnt End Stuffed Potato Ball
- Gochujang & Herb Grilled Lamb Chops
- Miller Lite a Fine Pilsner Beer
- Magnanimous Brewing Juice Lord IPA (Local)Â
- Green Bench Benchlife Lager
- South Beach Brewing Company Strawberry Orange Mimosa (Local)Â
Pub Grub
- Mango Jerk Chicken Skewers
- Jamaican Surf & Turf (Shrimp & Beef Skewers)
- Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Mis Amigos Cabin
- Beer-Braised Grilled Cauliflower Steak
- Nashville Hot Street Corn on the Cob
- Stuffed Jackfruit Baby Bell Peppers
- Yuengling Traditional Lager (Local)
- Pacifico Clara
- Fort Myers Brewing High 5 IPA
- Coppertail Brewing Co. Unholy Tripel Ale (Local)
The Smokin’ Samurai
- Beer-Braised Grilled Cauliflower Steak Hearty Cauliflower
- Brown Sugar & Miso Pork Bao Bun
- Thai Chili Peanut Butter & Jelly Glazed Pork Wings
- LBC IPAÂ
- Florida Avenue Brewing You’re My Boy, Blue! (Local)Â
- Wild Rover Brewing Beverly Pilsner (Local)
- Suncreek Brewery Strawberry Blonde Ambition (Local)
Dessert Cabin
- Bourbon Caramel Popcorn Cheesecake
- Strawberry Fried Cheesecake Egg Rolls
Springs Taproom
- Carolina Gold Brisket Flatbread
- Margarita Watermelon Bites
- Grilled Stuffed Avocado
Helga’s Biergarten
- Root Beer Baked Beans
- Loaded Beef Brisket Skillet
- Motorworks V-Twin Amber Lager
- Coppertail Brewing Co Cloud Dweller Hazy IPA
- Kasteel Tropical
- Tripping Animals Brewing Limonada Rosada (Local)Â
- South Beach Brewing Company Sunshine Blonde Ale
- Tampa Bay Brewing Company Elephant Foot IPA (Local)
- Craft Standard Cocktail Raspberry Mojito (Local)
- Craft Standard Cocktail Strawberry Lemonade (Local)
Out of the Box
- Smoked Duck Slider with Raspberry Bourbon BBQ
- Smoked Honey Chipotle Chicken Slider
- Coors BanquetÂ
- Barrie Tampa Export Lager (Local)
- Narragansett Lager
- Escape Brewing Company The Other West Coast IPA
About Bier Fest
Historically, International Beer Day falls on the first Friday in August, however, Busch Gardens is starting the party early this year so everyone can have a chance to see what Bier Fest is all about.
The beer-related fun starts Friday, July 25, and continues every single weekend through September 1th—that’s including Labor Day!
The DeLeon Oktoberfest Band is bringing the spirit of Oktoberfest to the stage while you sip and savor the moment!
Some of our favorite Bier Fest items from year’s past:
There is deliciousness to be had all around at Bier Fest! Some of our favorites from year’s past include the Rootbeer Ribs and Jalapeño Corn Bread, and the Gilled Stuffed Avocado!
There are a few unique items and some of them can be found at the (Root) Beer Float stand. This stand features adult beverages mixed with ice cream and other flavorings!
The Tickets
The best way to get a taste of all the flavors at this year’s event is with a Bier Fest Sampler, which can be redeemed for any food or beverage item offered throughout the festival area.
Samplers start at $40 and are available in quantities of five or eight.
Pass Members have access to an exclusive 10-item Sampler for the same price as an 8-item Sampler. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages.
Bier Fest is included with general admission. No separate entry ticket is required.
Prost!