TAMPA, Fla. -- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is bringing back its Summer Nights event, the theme park announced Tuesday.


What You Need To Know

  • Busch Gardens to bring back Summer Nights event

  • Runs every Friday, Saturday, & Sunday from July 17 - August 16

  • Event to feature new laser/fireworks show & seasonal dishes

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The nighttime event will take place every Friday through Sunday, from July 17 - August 16. 

Summer Nights will feature a new laser and fireworks show and seasonal dishes. 

Visitors will be able to watch the fireworks in a "physically-distanced" setting, as part of the park's enhanced health and safety measures. 

A limited-time menu for the event will include dishes like pulled pork sandwiches, Kung Pao ribs, loaded Mac & Cheese, specialty cupcakes, and assorted cocktails. 

Busch Gardens is taking additional precautions due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The theme park requires employees and every visitor ages 2 and older to wear a face mask. Employees and visitors are also required to undergo temperature checks. Busch Gardens has also increased cleaning and sanitization throughout the park. 

For the time being, Busch Gardens is using a reservation system to manage attendance at the park. Visitors are required to make a reservation for the day they plan to visit the park.

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