Also be on the lookout for the unpredictable roaming hordes that can pop up anywhere at any time. While some certain zones are off to the side like last year's "The Junkyard" in Morocco, most you do need to walk right through to get from Point A to Point B-so be sure to keep your guard up. There's a possibility the gates will open early-allowing you to knock out two to three houses within the first hour alone! Also, be sure to carve some time into your night to see the Fiends show which is a wickedly hilarious must-do.
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Unless you splurged for a Front Line Fear pass, arrive at Busch Gardens at least 45 minutes before the event opens. This tour also includes one-time priority access to one of the houses at night during the event! Curate your own eerie experience with the Ultimate VIP Tour, a customizable private tour that includes admission to Howl-O-Scream, unlimited front-of-the-line access to haunted houses and thrill rides, one-time front-of-the-line access to Iron Gwazi, private complimentary beverage locations, a complimentary photo and reserved seating at the Fiends show and complimentary preferred parking. You can also book a Behind the Scenes Tour for just $29.99 per guest where you'll learn what goes into the scares and see one of the iconic houses in a new light, with a unique photo opportunity. Add on single-use front-of-the-line access to Falcon's Fury, Cheetah, SheiKra, Montu, Kumba, Cobra's Curse, Tigris and Iron Gwazi with the Front Line Fear Extreme Pass. Get single-use front-of-the-line access to five haunted houses of your choice with the Front Line Fear pass. Maximize your fear by splurging on any of four evil upgrades to have the most epic Halloween ever. If you can't get enough of the scares, spring for the Unlimited Admission ticket which provides admission every night of the event! You must bring the Howl-O-Scream admission ticket for entry into the event. Advance pricing will not be available after 6 p.m. Prices also increase as the date gets closer. The best time to attend Howl-O-Scream is during the first few opening weeks of the event. Tickets start at $34.99 per night and are date-specific so peak nights will be more expensive. In general, crowds are historically lighter on Thursdays and Sundays and gradually increase as it gets closer to Halloween. Howl-O-Scream Tampa is taking place on the following dates:
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You'll receive a wristband to put on yourself, so team members will be able to know you're there for the event (and they may ask you to show it before entering certain sections of the park before it is cleared of daytime guests). However, you may enter the park as early as 5 p.m. before it turns into a place of terror from 7 p.m. The park typically closes to daytime guests at 6 p.m. Save some green by purchasing your event tickets through Undercover Tourist! You can maximize your flexibility by purchasing a single night ticket valid for a visit on any event night or maximize your savings by purchasing a single night ticket valid for any one Thursday, Friday or Sunday during the event. Howl-O-Scream Tampa 2022 Dates & Ticket Informationīusch Gardens' Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed event that runs on select nights from Sept. If you're up for the frights, keep reading to learn all about Howl-O-Scream! With so much to see and do, it's no wonder Howl-O-Scream Tampa was ranked #1 in Florida on USA Today's 2021 list of 10Best Theme Park Halloween Events. As always, the entertainment is also top-notch and the event even provides frogs with the opportunity to conquer their favorite coasters and thrill rides in the dark.
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The scare zones are also devilishly entertaining as the scare actors always use lots of creative improvisation for their interactions with guests.
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Nowhere is safe in the haunted houses, as scares can come from all directions. Every year, Busch Gardens knocks it out of the park (or should I say graveyard?).