The Real Music Series at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a longstanding tradition. In 2026, it will take place on select dates from January 5 through February 20. Shows are included with your Busch Gardens Tampa Bay admission! Here is the artist list. Remember, all acts are subject to change, and concerts are held weather permitting.
January 5-9: Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
January 10: Blue Öyster Cult, shows at 1:30 & 3:30
January 12-16: Blood, Sweat & Tears, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
January 17: Village People, shows at 1:30 & 3:30
January 19-23: Pablo Cruise and Their Hit Songs, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
January 26 – 30th , Artimus Pyle Band – last surviving member of Lynyrd Skynyrd performing all of their hits, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
February 2 – 6: The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
February 9 -13 Revisiting Creedence, shows at 11:30 & 1:30
February 16 – 20: Magic Moments performing the songs of The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Platters and The Drifters, shows at 11:30 & 1:30