Howl-O-Scream 2026
Guests navigate high-intensity walk-through haunted houses and outdoor scare zones overrun by roaming hordes of monsters. The park also hosts dark live productions, including the stunt show Cirque X-Scream and FIENDS at Dragon Fire Grill. Between the frights, visitors can take on towering coasters and thrill rides in the dark.
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When
Tickets
Single-Night Ticket: displayed at $49.99 per person, with $125.99 also shown; tickets are advertised as starting at $49.99. Any Night Ticket: displayed at $66.99 per person, with $125.99 also shown; advertised as saving over 45% and including a free 1-Time Quick Queue. Two Park Unlimited Scream Pass: the Busch Gardens option is displayed at $99.99 per person, with $205.99 also shown; the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens option is displayed at $104.99 per person, with $308.99 also shown. It is advertised as saving 65% and including a free 1-Time Quick Queue. Prices are per person and exclude parking, taxes, and service fees. Pass Members can log in to see their discount. The Unlimited Scream ticket covers unlimited admission for one guest during Howl-O-Scream 2026; daytime park admission is not included. No discounts are available at the front gate, and tickets are not valid with other discounts or offers.
Hours
The event starts at 7 p.m. each event night and runs until park close. The ticket allows park access starting at 5 p.m.
Ages
Mature audience (intense adult content)
Food & Drink
Visitors can purchase themed beverages and refreshments at more than 10 themed bars stationed throughout the park.
Parking
Parking is not included in ticket prices.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Single-night and any-night event tickets grant entry to the park starting at 5 p.m., ahead of the official 7 p.m. start time.
- Leave Halloween attire at home, as guests are not permitted to enter wearing costumes.
- Standard daytime admission, Fun Cards, and Annual Passes do not include entry to this separately ticketed nighttime event.
Special Events & Promotions
- Dark Side of the Gardens and FIENDS at Dragon Fire Grill return, with new and returning scares in the haunted houses.
- Pass Members can log in to see their ticket discount.
- The Any Night Ticket is advertised as saving over 45% and includes a free 1-Time Quick Queue; discounts aren't available at the front gate or combinable with other offers.
- The Two Park Unlimited Scream Pass is advertised as saving 65% and includes a free 1-Time Quick Queue; discounts aren't available at the front gate or combinable with other offers.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Howl-O-Scream appropriate for children?
The event is intended for a mature audience and contains intense adult content, including violence, gore, and blood. The haunted houses may not be suitable for younger children.
Are guests allowed to wear costumes?
No outside costumes are allowed at Howl-O-Scream for the safety of guests.
Does admission include daytime access to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay?
No, standard Howl-O-Scream tickets do not include daytime admission, though combination Night & Day tickets are available.
What live shows take place during the event?
Guests can watch Cirque X-Scream in the Stanleyville Theatre and FIENDS at Dragon Fire Grill.
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