Busch Gardens® Howl-O-Scream® returns giving victims something to scream about with all-new scares and screams to the extreme, on select dates from September 8 through October 31. Your fate awaits with five newly-reimagined haunted houses, leaving no tale of terror left unturned. There’s no escaping the frights with five terror-tories™ and four sinister shows throughout the park. Beyond the haunts, fuel your fear with six BOOze bars and take horror to new heights on world-class coasters, including the all-new DarKoaster™. There’s nowhere to hide at Busch Gardens’ Howl-O-Scream, Virginia’s premier Halloween event.

Parental discretion is advised after 6:00 PM, as this year’s event contains amplified scares that are not recommended for children.

5 Haunted Houses

There's no turning back as you brave dark passageways and round dimly lit corners inside five ALL-NEW and reimagined haunted houses filled with the most sinister of surprises

5 Terror-Tories™

The scares are everywhere as terror lurks across five scare zones around the park, including one ALL-NEW ghastly experience.

4 Sinister Shows

Don't miss our spirited productions that are said to be "worth dying for".

Coasters at Night

See Busch Gardens’ iconic coaster loops and drops in a whole new light after dark and take a ride on nine record-breaking coasters including the all-new DarKoaster™, North America’s first all-indoor straddle coaster.

BOOze Bars & Bites

Stop by one of the six themed BOOze bars located throughout the park for liquid courage and a sinister snack to tackle your greatest fears.

NEW! OktoberTaps – Oktoberfest

Stone-Cold Spirits –Italy Gardens

Pete’s Provisions – New France

Jack’s Nightcap – Ireland

Frost Bar – Oktoberfest

BarKastle Spirits – Oktoberfest

Dates: September 8 – October 31, 2023

Hours: 6 PM to park close on Select Nights

Location: Busch Gardens, 1 Busch Gardens Boulevard, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Cost: Included with Park Admission

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