With Hurricane Ian quickly approaching the west coast of Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay have announced that the park will be closed this Wednesday and Thursday.
UPDATE 9/27/2022:
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay closed one day earlier than originally planned, with the park also closed today, September 27th.
What’s Happening:
- To ensure the safety of ambassadors, guests, and animals as Hurricane Ian moves through Florida, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will be closed on Wednesday, September 28th and Thursday, September 29th.
- Precautions are in place following the parks’ comprehensive weather preparedness plan to ensure the safety of animals and ambassadors during this time.
- Guests are encouraged to check back on the Busch Gardens website and follow their social media channels for updates.
- All admission tickets have been extended through December 31st, 2022.
- Annual Pass Members’ guest tickets with an expiration date of September 30th will be extended through October 16th.
- Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando are currently under a Tropical Storm Watch as parts of Orange and Osceola Counties. For more information, click here.
More Busch Gardens News:
- The official Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Twitter account has shared a teasing photo of a brand-new attraction coming soon to the park.
- A beautiful new marquee has been installed at the entrance of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, welcoming all into a day filled with animals and coasters.
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay have announced the details for their all-new family Halloween event, Spooktacular. In this playful world created by Kandy, a friendly witch-in-training, guests can experience a costume parade, story time and trick-or-treating.