Busch gardens rides closed for Howl O Scream

Question

Hi are any of the rides closed in the daytime to make room for Howl O Scream ?

Answer

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay hosts Howl-O-Scream events in the evenings, typically starting around dusk and running until the park closes. These are separate from regular daytime operations, but it's natural to wonder if daytime rides are affected during the event season.

Generally, most of the daytime rides remain open for regular park guests during Howl-O-Scream days. The event primarily affects the park after regular hours, converting certain areas into haunted houses, scare zones, and special event setups.

However, there are some considerations:

Occasionally, rides located in areas used for Howl-O-Scream attractions may close earlier than usual for setup in the late afternoon. This is not common, but it can happen with rides near roller coasters or main walkways used for haunted houses.
Temporary closures may also occur if the park needs to test lighting, sound, or other event-specific equipment in the late afternoon.
Some shows or minor attractions might adjust their schedule to accommodate the event setup, but major rides like coasters and water rides are mostly unaffected during daytime hours.

To be certain, it’s best to check Busch Gardens’ official park calendar or call guest services the day of your visit. They can provide up-to-date information about any partial or temporary ride closures related to Howl-O-Scream setup.

In summary, you can generally plan to enjoy all major rides during the daytime while Howl-O-Scream preparations are underway for the evening, with only rare exceptions for temporary or early closures.

Busch gardens rides closed for Howl O Scream

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