Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year, which means that the day before Valentine’s Day is Friday the 13th! Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will celebrate the occasion in style!
On Friday, February 13, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will hold a special event called Love at First Fright: Shadows of Wonderland. It will run from 4:00 until 8:00. It will take place between Pantopia Theater and Phoenix Rising. Here’s what you can expect, from the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay website:
- A lights-on walkthrough of the Shadows of Wonderland haunted house
- An eerie, immersive atmosphere with unexpected surprises
- Exclusive merch and wickedly sweet treats await
- A haunting photo opportunity with the Queen of Hearts
If you attend, you’ll have a chance to purchase 2026 Howl-O-Scream tickets at a special rate. Your ticket will include “One-time front-of-the-line access for Howl-O-Scream 2026”.
The best part about Love at First Fright: Shadows of Wonderland is that it is included with your Busch Gardens Tampa Bay admission! Always check online before buying at the gate, often there’s a special deal that will help you save.