Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream
Saturday, November 02, 2024 from 06:00pm to 10:00pm
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream
Busch Gardens
1 Busch Gardens Blvd.
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream returns this fall in full-force celebrating 25 years of fear with ALL-NEW scares, taking over the entire park with five haunted houses, six terror-tories™, four sinister shows and more. Unsuspecting horrors await their victims at every turn. Plus, guests can test their thrill threshold with 9 world-class coasters at night, offering a completely different ride experience.
Parental discretion is advised after 6:00 PM, as this year’s event contains amplified scares that are not recommended for children.
Please be advised, Sesame Street Forest of Fun, Land of the Dragons and all other kid attractions will close nightly at 5pm to prepare for Howl-O-Scream.
*Event dates and details subject to change and/or cancellation without prior notice.
Event Info:
5 Haunted Houses - 2 NEW!
There's no turning back as you brave dark passageways and round dimly lit corners inside two ALL-NEW and reimagined haunted houses filled with the most sinister of surprises, including two ALL-NEW blood curdling conquest.
6 Terror-Tories™ - 2 NEW!
The scares are everywhere as terror lurks across six scare zones around the park, including two ALL-NEW ghastly experience.
4 Sinister Shows - 1 NEW!
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 9 record-breaking coasters.
Howl-O-Scream Tours
Calling all goblins & ghouls! Find out what goes into the scares and enhance your Howl-O-Scream experience in a frightfully delightful way.
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Haunted Houses & Terror-Tories™
ALL-NEW!
Clown Town
Having been deemed ‘too terrifying’ for the park, the clowns of Busch Gardens’ Festa Italia village were cast out. Now, shunned and vengeful, these twisted jesters have forged their own dark domain – CLOWN TOWN. In their eerie enclave, they are the rulers of all, and their whims dictate who will escape... and who will remain trapped in their demented circus… for all eternity
ALL-NEW!
Monster Manor
The Doctor is in! The anatomy of evil has been perfected, and the Doctor is bringing his dark arts into grotesque reality! Within his chilling laboratory, he weaves unspeakable horrors, transforming hapless victims into monstrous creations. Here, the boundaries of humanity are torn apart, and the screams of his abominations echo through the night. Dare to enter and face the horrid results of his twisted experiments?
REVAMPED!
Lost Mines: Bloodstone
The mining camp dug deeper into the earth in search of priceless gems.?What they found was something sinister, darker, and eldritch.?These gems are more than shiny baubles; they are the life force of an evil eternal that has been long locked away.?As the miners succumb to the horrors of the ages, will you risk entering the mine in search of survivors?
REVAMPED!
Death Water Bayou: Morte
The call of the bayou grows darker and more insistent as devilish devotees venture deeper into the spectral swamp. What began as a lure into the murky depths has now become a chilling threshold between our world and the next. The flame of death burns ever brighter from above, and the Voodoo Queen's desperation for her final sinister sacrifice reaches a horrifying climax.
REVAMPED!
KILLarney DInEr: Condemned
The diner has long been boarded up and abandoned, but something is skittering behind the walls. The glory days of the ‘50s are long past, and now the terror of the ‘20s awaits all who enter this decimated domicile. Enter at your own peril, for within these decrepit walls, the echoes of past horrors are very much alive, ready to claim the unsuspecting.
Terror-Tories™
The Bash
ALL-NEW!
Howl-O-Scream?characters from years past have been summoned to France for a sinister celebration marking 25 years of Fears. The air is thick with dread as these malevolent monsters converge for a night of ghastly revelry. Dare to join the horrifying reunion and face the legends of horror that refuse to rest.
Stalker Street
ALL NEW!
As darkness falls, New France transforms into a nightmarish realm where terror reigns supreme. The townsfolk barricade themselves in their homes, while sinister scarecrows stalk the deserted streets, hunting for their next victim. Enter if you dare and navigate the shadows where every rustle and whisper could be your last.
Ripper Row
RETURNING FAVORITE!
Don’t wander the streets of Whitechapel after dark – you never know who you might run in to. Murder, mayhem, and mistaken identities abound in the back alleys of this English town.
Fest-Evil
RETURNING FAVORITE!
The spirits of the swamp spill into the streets, lured by the echoes of excitement during a marvelous Mardi party. Watch out, these frightening forces have been corrupted by an evil energy.
Gorgon Gardens
RETURNING FAVORITE!
Don’t look too closely-- staring straight into the soul-less eyes of these serpent sisters leads to venomous consequences and a stone-cold eternity. There’s no escaping these sinister sirens once you’ve been added to their succulent garden of souls.
Scary Tale Road
RETURNING FAVORITE!
Once upon a time, these fairy tale fantasies lured you to sleep with picturesque places and harmonious heroes. Survival is slim as these childhood icons have been ripped from the pages and are now haunting your dreams.
Sinister Shows
Halloween Shows
Don't miss our four spirited productions that are said to be "worth dying for." Guests can enjoy showtimes both day and night throughout the park.
ALL-NEW!
Fiends: The FREAKquel
Returning from a long hiatus inside his Transylvanian castle, Doctor Freakenstein wants to reintroduce himself to the world in the only way he knows how: a Hollywood-style blockbuster about his life. With the help of his trusted sidekick Igor, the Doctor invites each of his iconic fiends - Wolfman, Drac, The Bride, and the Creature of the Black Lagoon - to join his filmmaking festivities in a pop-culture centric song and dance extravaganza!
More Howl-O-Scream Experiences
ALL NEW! Monster Street Party
They’re back…! Join Jack O’ Lantern and his fellow spirits of Howl-O-Scream past in France Plaza for a monster bash. Ghouls and goblins of all ages are invited to gather for this daytime celebration and dance it out with some of their favorite legacy characters.
BOOze Bars and 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! The Crow’s Nest – New France
• Stone-Cold Spirits –Italy Gardens
• OktoberTaps – Oktoberfest
• Frost Bar – Oktoberfest
• BarKastle Spirits – Oktoberfest
Sinister Smiles Photo Opportunities
Step right up and don a devilish grin with our mischievous Howl-O-Scream® Scare Squad. They're ready for their close-up. Are you?
Sinister Shopping
From frightfully fashionable apparel to haunting home goods, our selection of spooky shops offer an array of gifts to help you relive the thrills of Howl-O-Scream long after your terror-filled evening has ended.
Face painting artists are also available throughout the park to help transform faces into frightening demons, skeletons, and everything in between.
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