Busch Gardens concerts return in 2026 with national headliners, nostalgic favorites, and Christian artists across Real Music, Food, Wine & Garden Festival, and Glory in the Gardens at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. We have concert updates with artists like Jeremy Camp, Hanson, and the Beach Boys.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is turning up the volume in a big way for 2026, unveiling one of its biggest live music lineups ever with a multi-month concert series featuring national headliners, nostalgic favorites, and top Christian artists.
Running on select dates now through May 17, 2026, the 2026 concert series includes performances across three signature events:
- Real Music Series
- Food, Wine & Garden Festival
- Glory in the Gardens
Best of all, all concerts are included with park admission, making this one of the most accessible live entertainment lineups in Central Florida. Guests with a Busch Gardens Annual Pass get the most flexibility to enjoy the full concert season across all events.
Real Music Series
Busch Gardens’ longest-running concert series, the Real Music Series continues, with the 2026 lineup full of a nostalgic mix of classic rock, soul, and R&B favorites.
The series features acclaimed tribute and legacy acts delivering timeless hits through February 20, 2026, including:
- The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
- Revisiting Creedence
- Magic Moments
These performances set the tone for a season built around live entertainment, blending classic sounds with modern festival energy.
Food, Wine & Garden Festival Brings Star Power
The Food, Wine & Garden Festival blends culinary creations with full-scale live concerts every weekend, transforming Busch Gardens Tampa Bay into one of Florida’s largest seasonal music festivals.
The festival officially kicks off on March 7, 2026, with Walker Hayes, followed by full-length performances from chart-topping and iconic artists through May 9, 2026.
Busch Gardens Concerts
Mar. 7 | Walker Hayes
Mar. 8 | Puddle of Mudd
Mar. 14 | P.O.D.
Mar. 15 | Grupo Mania
Mar. 21 | Skillet
Mar. 22 | Robin Thicke
Mar. 27 | Warren G
Mar. 28 | Dylan Scott
Mar. 29 | Kansas
Apr. 4 | Nick Carter
Apr. 10 | The Band Perry
Apr. 11 | El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico
Apr. 12 | Smash Mouth
Apr. 18 | Flo Rida
Apr. 19 | Air Supply
Apr. 24 | Bowling For Soup
Apr. 25 | Hanson
Apr. 26 | The Beach Boys
May. 2 | Bow Wow & Ying Yang Twins
May 3 | Taking Back Sunday
May 9 | Pop 2000 featuring Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, and O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LF
The festival also features the nostalgic Pop 2000 Tour, bringing together *Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO for a throwback pop experience.
Busch Gardens Concerts: New Glory in the Gardens Event with Christian Music Weekend
The concert season concludes with the return of Glory in the Gardens, a dedicated Christian music weekend held May 16–17, 2026.
This special event features award-winning Christian artists including:
- Chris Tomlin (May 16)
- Brandon Heath (May 16)
- Danny Gokey (May 17)
- Cochran & Co (May 17)
- Jeremy Camp (May 17)
The event has become a signature spiritual music experience at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, offering a faith-focused atmosphere alongside the park’s attractions.
VIP Seating and Guest Experience
Guests looking for premium concert viewing can purchase VIP seating packages for each performance, offering preferred seating and enhanced concert experiences. Additional details, VIP upgrades, and event information are available directly through Busch Gardens Tampa Bay at buschgardens.com/tampa.
Busch Gardens Concerts: Why This Matters for Theme Park Fans
With live concerts included in regular park admission, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s 2026 lineup positions the park as one of Florida’s strongest live entertainment destinations, combining:
- Thrill rides
- Festivals
- Food events
- National touring artists
- Faith-based programming
- Family-friendly access
This multi-event structure makes the park a season-long entertainment hub, not just a theme park with occasional concerts.
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