Toast to summer’s end at the All-new Busch Gardens Bier Fest Brews and BBQ, Virginia’s largest craft beer and BBQ festival. Treat yourself to over 80 craft brews and cocktails from 52 breweries, including 30 local Virginia favorites, and indulge in 25 ALL-NEW specialty BBQ dishes across the park. Sip, savor and save on your favorite summer brews, specialty cocktails, and fresh BBQ fare with the Bier Fest Brews and BBQ Sampler. Each weekend features a rotating lineup of must-see local bands. Thrills are on tap with world-class rides, including the newly reimagined Loch Ness Monster®: The Legend Lives On, along with captivating shows and animal encounters. Experience the perfect blend of classic Oktoberfest charm and Virginia’s top beer and BBQ event, every Friday through Sunday plus Labor Day from August 16 through September 2, only at the World's Most Beautiful Theme Park.