You might want to buy your Howl-O-Scream tickets now! Tickets start at $49.99 with a free Quick Queue included. Flash sale ends September 1.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is unleashing its annual nightmare once again as Howl-O-Scream 2025 kicks off on September 5, running select nights through November 2. Guests who act fast can take advantage of a limited-time flash sale that not only slashes ticket prices to as low as $49.99 but also includes a free one-time Quick Queue, your golden ticket to skipping the line at one of the event’s five haunted houses.
This special deal is only available through September 1, so time is short for thrill-seekers who want to lock in their fright-filled nights at a bargain. Tickets and offers can be purchased directly at HowlOScreamTampa.com.
What’s New for 2025
Each year, Busch Gardens dials up the horror with new houses, shows, and sinister surprises. For Howl-O-Scream 2025, guests can brave:
- M.A.R.S. – A chilling new haunted house that’s truly out of this world.
- The Pestilence – A twisted plague-ridden scare zone experience designed to make your skin crawl.
- Raven’s Mill: Lambs To The Slaughter– The house should be familiar to fans since it was a popular scare zone.
- Two other new scare zones: Breadcrumbs to Nowhere and The Murders At Buckshot Ridge.
Of course, no horror event is complete without creepy culinary creations. Expect terrifyingly tasty bites like Black Widow Sliders and Vampire Tacos. Also, devilishly crafted cocktails designed to give you chills (and maybe a little liquid courage) will be sold.
Howl-O-Scream Tickets: Save and Skip a Line
The headline perk of this flash sale is the inclusion of a free one-time Quick Queue. That’s right, when you purchase your discounted ticket by September 1, you’ll automatically receive the chance to bypass the line at one haunted house of your choice. Considering wait times can get terrifyingly long, this benefit alone makes the deal worthwhile. Howl-O-Scream tickets start at $49.99, making Howl-O-Scream one of the most affordable premier haunt events in Florida.
For Busch Gardens Pass Members, the Howl-O-Scream ticket savings go even deeper. According to the latest press release, beginning August 29 through Labor Day (September 1), Pass Members can purchase Any Night Tickets for just $30 each when buying two or more. This special is only available in-park at Guest Relations, so locals in particular will want to act quickly.
Front Line Fear: Maximize Your Terror
For guests who hate waiting in queues more than they hate monsters, Busch Gardens offers Front Line Fear passes starting at $69.99. These passes grant front-of-line access to all haunted houses. For the ultimate scream-seekers, the Front Line Fear Extreme pass not only covers the houses but also provides skip-the-line access to Busch Gardens’ roller coasters, including Iron Gwazi and SheiKra.
Why Howl-O-Scream Stands Out
Florida is loaded with major Halloween events such as Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, SeaWorld’s own Howl-O-Scream Orlando, and even family-friendly options like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. However, Tampa Bay’s Howl-O-Scream has built a reputation as one of the most intense and adult-focused events in the state.
Howl-O-Scream Tickets: Event Dates and Details
- When: Select nights, September 5 – November 2, 2025
- Where: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Tampa, Florida
- Tickets: Starting at $49.99 during the flash sale at HowlOScreamTampa.com
Remember, the flash sale ends September 1. After that, prices creep up, and the free Quick Queue disappears into the fog
Final Scream of Advice: If you’re even thinking about attending, grab your ticket now. With prices this low and perks like a free Quick Queue, the Howl-O-Scream flash sale is the good way to guarantee your night of fright without killing your wallet.
For more theme park-related news and information, visit MSM News.
Expertise. Ease. Value.
Ready for your bucket list trip? Our trusted partner, MEI-Travel, will handle the planning so you can focus on the memories. They offer free vacation planning services and have nearly 20 years of experience creating memorable vacations.
Contact for a fee-free, no-obligation quote today
