Busch Gardens Williamsburg Unveils Over 135 Bold Tastes and Chart-Topping Concerts at Virginia’s Largest Spring Food and Wine Festival

Flavors are in full bloom this spring at Busch Gardens as the Food & Wine Festival returns, with over 65 all-new bites and beverages to sip and sample throughout the World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park. Visitors can enjoy a total of over 135 international flavors at 17 themed food and beverage locations, including a new menu inspired by Puerto Rico.Paired with headlining concerts, including recently announced performances by The Beach Boys and HANSON, every visit offers a new adventure for visitors. With a Busch Gardens Membership, families can visit again and again to enjoy all the different experiences each weekend. Virginia’s largest spring food and wine festival returns Thursdays through Sundays from April 23 through June 21, plus Memorial Day.

“The Busch Gardens Food & Wine festival has become an annual tradition here in Williamsburg and this year’s event returns with several exciting new offerings,” said Kevin Lembke, Park President of Busch Gardens and Water Country USA. “From the innovative food and beverage options to an amazing concert lineup, there’s plenty for both our Members and guests to enjoy this spring.”

Experience 135+ Global Flavors

The festival features innovative new flavors and returning favorites, paired with a robust lineup of wines, craft brews and cocktails. New offerings this year include:

All-New Puerto Rico

• Mofongo Casserole – Mashed garlic plantain casserole topped with chicharrónes

• Ropa Vieja – Seasoned shredded braised beef with vegetables, raisins and yellow rice

• Coquito – A Puerto Rican classic, coconut, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon and Bacardi® dark rum

All-New Dishes at Returning Locations

• Bourbon Candied Bacon Deviled Eggs – Classic hard-boiled eggs with bourbon mustard filling and candied bacon

• Muhammara – Turkish red peppers with walnut and pomegranate, served with pita bread

• “After-chop” West African Fruit Salad – A bowl of fresh mangoes, pineapple, papaya, kiwi, passion fruit and coconut

All-New Virginia Beer and Wines

• Sun Burn – An easy-drinking summer ale from Starr Hill Brewery

• Lemongrass Blonde – A herbaceous light blonde from Chef’s Life Brewery

• The Williamsburg Winery Viognier – An aromatic white wine with tropical notes

All-New Refreshing Cocktails

• Margarita of the Week– Enjoy a limited-time rotating flavor each week of the festival

• Negroni – Bombay® Gin, Campari and sweet vermouth

• Paradise Found – A frozen drink with Bacardi® Rum, Malibu® Coconut Rum, Banana Liqueur, Peach & Orange

A complete guide to this year’s Food & Wine Festival can be found online here.

Best Way to Sip and Savor 

Sip, sample and save with a Food & Wine Festival sampler lanyard. Guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 10-sample lanyard starting at only $70.00 or extend the savings to over 20 percent with the fan-favorite 15-sampler.

The Food & Wine Festival pairs live entertainment with culinary creations, offering full-length concerts, all included with park admission. This year’s lineup includes:

• NEW! The Beach Boys – Saturday, April 25

• NEW! HANSON – Saturday, May 2

• Pop 2000 – Saturday, May 16

• Hoobastank – Saturday, May 30

• Skillet – Saturday, June 13

LIMITED-TIME SPRING BREAK SALE!

For a limited time, buy a Busch Gardens Fun Card or Membership and get Water Country USA FREE during the Spring Break sale.

• Fun Card: Unlimited visits to rides, shows and seasonal events through November 2, 2026.

• Membership: Unlimited visits for 12 months, plus free parking, free guest tickets and exclusive discounts on food, beverages and merchandise. Plus, Members will be among the first to ride Verbolten: Forbidden Turn when it opens this spring!

For more information on the Food & Wine Festival and to see the latest offers, visit BuschGardens.com/Williamsburg and follow Busch Gardens on social media at @BuschGardensVA.