Experience Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this fall with costume parades, trick-or-treating, storytime, and family fun.
While many of us have been preparing for Howl-O-Scream 2025 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, another Halloween season tradition begins this weekend. This fall, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is turning up the magic with Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration, a family-friendly Halloween event that’s all treats and no tricks. Starting September 6, kids and families can join Kandy, the park’s witch-in-training, for a playful, enchanting adventure that’s perfect for creating unforgettable fall memories. From festive costume parades to trick-or-treating, storytime, and themed photo spots, there’s something for every member of the family at this whimsical event.
Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration: Trick-or-Treating Fun That’s Totally Sweet
Grab a bag and dive into the Halloween spirit! With trick-or-treat stations sprinkled throughout the park, Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration makes it easy for kids to collect seasonal treats in a safe and playful environment. No tricks here, just sweet, festive fun.
Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration: Dress Up and Shine in the Sweetacular Costume Parade
Every little witch, wizard, superhero, and princess gets their moment to sparkle in the Sweetacular Costume Parade. The catwalk comes alive with colorful costumes, giggles, and smiles, making it one of the highlights of the celebration.
Dance Your Way Through Taffy Twist’s Black Cat Dance Party
Get moving at Taffy Twist’s Black Cat Dance Party! This high-energy dance experience invites families to groove to playful spooky beats. Everyone can join in on the fun and show off their Halloween moves.
Spooky Kooky Science and Magical Storytime
Curious kids will love Spooky Kooky Science with the ever-unpredictable Professor Pufflemintz. And for story lovers, Room on the Broom comes to life next to Kandy’s pumpkin patch, sharing a sweet story about friendship and belonging.
Sesame Street Safari of Fun Halloween
Don’t miss Sesame Street Safari of Fun, where Halloween comes alive with your favorite characters. From themed shows and dance parties to storytime, scavenger hunts, and adorable photo ops, there’s plenty of Sesame Street fun for everyone.
Snap Picture-Perfect Fall Memories
The Festival Walkway and Jungala are packed with charming fall photo spots. These kid-friendly backdrops are perfect for capturing those magical fall moments—ready to share with family and friends or save as keepsakes.
Explore the Wild Oasis Adventure
Beyond Halloween, families can explore the Wild Oasis in Jungala, North America’s most immersive kid-friendly adventure realm. Experience rainforest sights and sounds, a themed drop-tower ride, interactive climbing and water play areas, new multi-species habitats, and more. It’s hands-on fun that entertains and inspires.
Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration
Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration is included with park admission and runs on select dates (Saturdays and Sundays) in September and October. With treats, dances, parades, stories, and magical photo moments, it’s a must-do event for families visiting Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this fall.
For more information about Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, please consult the theme park’s official website. Additionally, for more theme park-related news and information, visit MSM News.
